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Welcome to the math class taught by Robert Ruyle! With extensive teaching experience and a multi-sensory approach to learning, students will thrive using Go Math and other resources in a supportive environment. Stay connected via Google Classroom and reach out for any questions or concerns.
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Math 6 CC Instructor: Robert Ruyle Email: rruyle@lgusd.org Phone Number: 408-335-2373
Welcome! • Thank You for attending back to school night. • Please fill out your contact information on the provided note card • Name, Email address, and best number to reach you.
About Me • BA in History from UC Berkeley (2004) • Education Specialist Credential from National Universityand University of Pacific • 12 years Teaching Experience in a variety of alternative educational settings. • I have taught most levels of math in both middle school and high school.
Our Textbook Go Math by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt • Common Core Standards Based • Includes Diagnostic Tests and a great deal of differentiation opportunities • Other materials will be used as well. • Key Curriculum • Kuta Software. • MathXL • IXL
GO Math! • Middle School version of My Math! • Consumable Student Editions • Online, Interactive Textbooks • Can Be Accessed at home • Used as a resource, not THE curriculum.
Historically, students who flourish in math have processing styles aligned with their teachers. • It is my job to provide a multi-sensory approach to learning new concepts to match all my students processing styles. • The goal is to develop a perceptual picture that will stay with them . Processing Styles
Teaching Style • Students are successful because they know what they are doing rather than memorize steps. • Incorporates research involving learning and the brain. • Teach to the way adolescents process math, not the way I do. • Encourage problem-solving, collaboration, and meta-cognition.
Homework • Given out Three times a week, on average. • No More than 25 minutes assignments. • Designed for students to regain perceptual picture. • If they are becoming noticeably frustrated, STOP. • Contact me if you would like more.
Grades • Performance Based • Growth Based • Student Skills
Assessments • Frequent Assessments, not frequent tests • Formative and summative • Study guides will be provided for summative exams
Google Classroom • Used for class organization • Parent’s will be able to receive summaries of assignments, homework, etc. • Great way to reduce clutter!
Contact Information • Email: rruyle@lgusd.org • Website: Rjfisher.lgusd.org. Go to my page and subscribe! • Phone Number: 235-2373 • Feel free to contact me about any questions or concerns you may have.