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NW - Conventional Math Instruction For Students on Alternate Assessment
Sioux City NWAEA January 8, 2026




This course focuses on a comprehensive framework for teaching mathematical concepts to students on alternate assessment. Designed for those progressing through the Iowa Essential Elements in alignment with the Iowa Core Standards, the course emphasizes an approach that connects mathematics and literacy instruction. Teachers will explore methods for identifying whether students are at an emergent or conventional level of mathematical understanding, and receive practical strategies and routines tailored to conventional learners. Participants will engage in hands-on mathematical activities aimed at deepening their understanding of evidence-based math practices, as well as accessing High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM). This course will provide the tools needed to support meaningful math learning for students on alternate assessment.

This course is designed for Special Education Teachers and Special Education Consultants who instruct students who take the Iowa Alternate Assessment and support teachers who administer the Iowa Alternate Assessment


Important Session Information:


Learning Objectives

  • Understand the components of comprehensive math instruction
  • Use counting, number sense, and other math routines for conventional learners
  • Understand the Math Essential Elements Lesson Plans and Instructional Routines for conventional learners
  • Reflect on current practices and embed components of math instruction in daily schedule

Learning Activities

  • Foundational math skills (theory, demonstration, and practice) 7.5 Instructor Led Hours
  • Strategies and routines for conventional learners (theory, demonstration, and practice) 6 Instructor Led Hours
  • More strategies and routines for conventional learners (theory, demonstration, and practice) 6 Instructor Led Hours
  • Application and Wrap Up 2 Instructor Led Hours

Course Requirements

Participants will be expected to produce an action plan or paper that outlines how they will use the strategies presented in class.

Grading Criteria

P/Pass: paper or action plan outlines strategies learned and how they will be implemented


F/Fail: no paper or action plan, or can''t determine how strategies will be implemented

 

Session Notes:


Registration ends at 12:00 AM on Friday, January 2, 2026

Session ID:
54542
Seats:
1 / 20
Session Fees:
Materials fee:$10.00
Credit Type & Fee 
Date Time Location
1/8/2026 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Northwest AEA-Sioux City Administration Office - January 8 (Rm 5 ), Jan. 26 (Rm 5) & 27 (Rm 7)
5800 Discovery Blvd, Sioux City, 51111
1/26/2026 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Northwest AEA-Sioux City Administration Office - January 8 (Rm 5 ), Jan. 26 (Rm 5) & 27 (Rm 7)
5800 Discovery Blvd, Sioux City, 51111
1/27/2026 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Northwest AEA-Sioux City Administration Office - January 8 (Rm 5 ), Jan. 26 (Rm 5) & 27 (Rm 7)
5800 Discovery Blvd, Sioux City, 51111
5800 Discovery Blvd., Sioux City IA 51111 | Phone 712-222-6083 | pkistner@nwaea.org
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