Mathematics, the Common Core, and RTI

Acknowledgments About the Authors About the Contributors Chapter 1. Introduction to Mathematics, the Common Core, and RTI Chapter 2. Marching Together to Academic Success Chapter 3. Universal Design and Mathematics: A Framework for RTI and Implementing the Common Core Chapter 4. Progress Monitoring: Avoiding a Blind Date With Data by John Kappenberg and Harold J. Dean Chapter 5. Connecting Mathematics and Literacy: If a Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words, How Many Words Is an Equation Worth? by Dolores Burton and Charlotte Rosenzweig Chapter 6. English Language Learners by Dolores Burton and Andrea Honigsfeld Chapter 7. Teaching Mathematics in an Inclusion Classroom Guided by the Common Core Chapter 8. The Role of Parents Helping Students to Achieve by John Kappenberg and Helene Fallon The Future of the Common Core and RTI References Index

Dolores Burton is a Fulbright scholar and professor and chair of teacher education at New York Institute of Technology. She was a public school teacher, school district administrator, and author of instructional software. Dr. Burton designed, delivered, and supervised professional development for teachers in grades k-12 in mathematics, literacy, science, differentiated instruction, action research, instructional technology and inclusive practices. She has organized symposia for educators on research based strategies to close the achievement gap of the traditionally underserved populations; African American males, English Language Learners, students with special needs, and others at-risk for academic failure. Her research interests include Response to Intervention, teacher preparation, (elementary through college), Common Core standards, professional development, using data to drive instruction, and the use of technology to teach all students especially those who have traditionally been underserved. She has published in numerous journals and consulted regionally, nationally, and internationally.