CSMP

Our Approach 

The UC Davis Mathematics Project is perfectly situated to assist schools in meeting staff development needs in the area of mathematics.  All UCDMP programs are standards-based and focus on mathematics achievement for all students.

We have teachers/consultants able to provide ongoing, research-based professional development programs in mathematics for teachers in grades K-12.  These programs are designed to meet needs specified by schools.  Schools and districts can access many funding sources to support math professional development, including II/USP, High Priority School grants and No Child Left Behind.

What We Do 

We tailor our programs to meet individal school/district needs and can address:

• Standards-based instruction

• Universal access

• Supporting textbook adoption

• Using state-adopted instructional materials

• Effective assessment and intervention

• Deepening teachers' knowledge of mathematics content

• Leadership development in mathematics

• Connecting and interweaving the strands of mathematics

• Developing and implementing a school-based plan for mathematics reform

• Developing problem solving and mathematical reasoning skills

• The development of algebraic thinking and reasoning

• Using technology to support mathematics instruction

Our Programs & Services 

School-Year Activities 

Each year UCDMP offers a series of Saturday workshops designed 

to support effective mathematics instruction. These sessions 

provide opportunities for K-12 teachers to explore new topics 

and strategies, showcase ideas and best practices in teaching 

mathematics, and network with teachers throughout the area.

In addition to these open Saturday sessions, UCDMP offers a 

variety of professional development opportunities for sites and 

districts. UCDMP teachers/consultants can provide individual 

classroom coaching, facilitate planning sessions, promote 

leadership development, and design workshop sessions to meet 

specific needs and time constraints. 

Summer Activities 

Each summer, UCDMP holds intensive week-long institutes focused on a specific content area or topic. Recent offerings include “The Development of Algebraic and Reasoning” (grades K-6 and 4-7), “The Development of Algebra and Algebraic Reasoning” (grades 8-12), “Fractions, Ratios, and Proportional Reasoning” (grades 4-7), “Coaching and Mentoring Teachers of Mathematics” 

(grades K-12), and “Learning to Lead in Mathematics” (grades K-12).

These institutes provide opportunities for teachers from different school districts and different grade levels to meet and work together on areas of common concern. Institute sessions are led by mathematics professors and/or experienced teachers/consultants and actively engage participants in deepening both their mathematical and pedagogical content knowledge.