2 Senior Advisor Douglas Fisher, PhD I had the pleasure of reviewing the materials for Paradigm, and you are holding in your hands an excellent resource! Aligned with the Mathematics Framework, Paradigm is grounded in strong evidence of effective teaching practices that promote students’ conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and application skills. Paradigm emphasizes a comprehensive approach by incorporating hands-on activities, problem-solving tasks, and real-world applications. With its student-friendly lesson design, the curriculum promotes student discussion and critical thinking, placing students at the heart of math instruction. The added bonus is that Paradigm is not only student-centered but also simplifies lesson planning and delivery for teachers. The Paradigm team has meticulously analyzed standards for their complexity and rigor to develop the scope and sequence necessary to build students’ skills and concepts. In so doing, they include tasks that allow students to answer – why are we learning this? These application tasks extend students’ thinking, bring relevance to their learning, and provide opportunities for productive persistence. In sum, the instructional materials built into Paradigm are the tools you need for a successful mathematics program. They are aligned. They are evidence-based. And they are practical. I look forward to your success and the learning of your students as you implement Paradigm in your classroom! Our Mission Paradigm's mission is to transform math education by equipping Pre-K–8 teachers with a powerful program that makes mathematics meaningful, accessible, and inspiring for all students. Grounded in equity and excellence, Paradigm empowers educators to ignite curiosity, foster deep understanding, and develop the next generation of problem solvers. Born from a passionate community of math practitioners, Paradigm is more than a program — it’s a movement to nurture confident, capable mathematicians ready to thrive in a complex world.
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