The Special Education 5th and 6th Grade Combination Math Class is an interactive online course designed specifically for students with special educational needs. Led by a skilled and experienced special education teacher, this small group class focuses on developing students' mathematical skills and concepts.

This ongoing course provides a flexible learning experience where students can join at any time. Each week, a new math topic will be introduced, allowing students to explore a diverse range of mathematical concepts throughout the duration of the course.

The primary objective of this course is to provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students can strengthen their mathematical foundation and build confidence in their abilities. Through personalized instruction, engaging activities, and collaborative problem-solving, students will enhance their mathematical proficiency and critical thinking skills.

Key Features:

Individualized Instruction: The teacher will employ differentiated instruction techniques to cater to the diverse learning styles and abilities of each student. Personalized support and accommodations will be provided to ensure that every learner can make progress and achieve success.

Comprehensive Curriculum: The curriculum covers essential math topics aligned with 4th and 5th-grade standards. Each week, a new topic will be introduced, allowing students to explore various areas of mathematics, such as number sense, operations, fractions, geometry, measurement, and data analysis.

Interactive Learning Activities: The course incorporates a variety of interactive activities to promote engagement and reinforce learning. Students will participate in virtual manipulative, games, puzzles, and real-life problem-solving tasks to apply mathematical concepts in practical contexts.

Introduction to Numbers and Place Value:
Counting and writing numbers
Place value and expanded form
Comparing and ordering numbers
Addition and Subtraction

Addition strategies and properties:
Subtraction strategies and properties
Word problems involving addition and subtraction
Multiplication and Division

Multiplication tables and facts
Division concepts and strategies
Word problems involving multiplication and division
Fractions

Identifying and naming fractions
Comparing and ordering fractions
Adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators
Decimals

Place value in decimal numbers
Comparing and ordering decimals
Adding and subtracting decimals
Measurement

Length, weight, and volume
Time and elapsed time
Converting units of measurement
Geometry

Geometric shapes and their properties
Lines, angles, and symmetry
Solving basic geometry problems
Data and Graphs

Reading and interpreting bar graphs and pictographs
Collecting and organizing data
Basic data analysis and problem-solving
Patterns and Algebraic Thinking

Extending and creating patterns
Simple algebraic equations and expressions
Applying patterns to solve problems
Time and Money Management

Telling time and calculating elapsed time
Counting and making change
Budgeting and financial planning
Problem-Solving Strategies

Guess and check
Drawing diagrams and models
Making tables and charts
Logical reasoning and critical thinking