Mathematics Resources

​​​​​​​​​​This page includes Mathematics instructional resources for general education teachers, special education teachers and district staff to assist in the instruction of students with disabilities.​​​

• ​​Kentucky Mathematics Toolkit to Support Students with Disabilities​: This toolkit includes resources to identify and measure effective mathematics instruction in the classroom to support students with disabilities.​​
• ​​​​Mathematics Instructional Strategy Video Series to Support Students with Disabilities​: This 10-part video series serves as a companion to the Mathematics Toolkit, designed to help educators implement the Eight Mathematics Teaching Practices across all grade levels—from preschool through high school. Each video is 1-3 minutes long and offers a clear, classroom-based demonstration of what these practices look like when done consistently and effectively. These videos can be used for reflection, growth, and collaboration.
• Using Manipulatives to Support Students with Disabilities Series​: This video series is designed to support teachers and families of students with disabilities in making math more accessible and engaging using math manipulatives. ​The videos demonstrate how to use both standard and do-it-yourself (DIY) manipulatives to teach essential math concepts.
  

• ​Video 1 - How to Teach Math Using Base Ten Blocks​ showcases effective strategies for using base ten blocks to teach foundational math concepts such as place value, addition, subtraction, and regrouping.
• ​​Video 2 - How to Teach Math Using Counters​ demonstrates how counters can be used to teach counting, addition, subtraction, and number sense through tactile and visual engagement.
  
• Video 3 - How to Teach Math Using Fraction Manipulatives​ demonstrates how manipulatives can be used to visualize part-whole relationships, compare fractions, and understand equivalency.
• Video 4 - How to Teach Math Using Number Lines​ showcases how number lines can be used to teach math concepts such as counting, addition, subtraction, skip counting, and understanding negative numbers.
  
• Video 5 - How to Teach Math Using Pattern Blocks​ demonstrates how pattern blocks can be used to teach key math concepts such as shapes, symmetry, fractions, and spatial reasoning.
  
• Video 6 - Teaching Math using Algebra Tiles (positive numbers)​​ showcases effective strategies for using algebra tiles to teach math concepts involving positive numbers, including solving equations and factoring quadratics. ​
  
• Video 7 - Teaching Math using Algebra Tiles (negative numbers)​ demonstrates effective strategies for using algebra tiles to teach math concepts involving negative numbers, including solving equations and factoring quadratics.
  
• Video 8 - Teaching Math using Coordinate Grids​ showcases effective strategies for using coordinate grids to teach foundational math concepts, including plotting points, understanding ordered pairs, describing movement on the plane, and exploring relationships between numbers.
  
• Video 9 - Teaching Math using Probability Tools​ demonstrates effective strategies for using probability tools, such as spinners, dice, coins, and chips, to teach foundational math concepts, including chance, likelihood, and possible outcomes.
• Video 10- Teaching Math using Geometric Solids​ showcases effective strategies for using geometric solids to teach foundational math concepts such as identifying and comparing three-dimensional shapes, exploring attributes (faces, edges, vertices), and developing spatial reasoning skills.​
  
  
• ​The IRIS Center​
• ​High-Quality M​athematics Instruction​​: This module describes the components of high-quality mathematics instruction: a standards-based curriculum and evidence-based practices. It also highlights several evidence-based practices and other classroom practices for teaching mathematics.  
• ​Multi-Tiered System of Sup​ports (MTSS)/Response to Intervention (RtI): Mathematics​: This module describes the RTI framework as applied to mathematics. It includes discussions of instruction, assessment and data-based decision-making at the primary, secondary and tertiary levels. 

• ​Mathematics Assessment Resource Project​:​ The project provides tools for formative and summative assessment that help support students' mathematical knowledge and reasoning. It also provides resources for teachers that help them grow their ability to teach mathematical concepts. ​
• National Center on Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) for Learning​​: AEM provides resources to promote equitable opportunities for children with disabilities to participate in high-quality early learning programs, be involved in and progress in the general education curriculum, prepare to meet college and career-ready standards, participate in assessments and transition to postsecondary education and the workforce. Resources include Best Practices for Educators & Instructors​​ which provides information on how to create accessible educational materials.
  

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