This course provides teachers, building leaders, and staff the opportunity to engage in an in-depth study of the Mathematics Teaching Practices (MTP) outlined in our District Action Plan (DAP) and School Action Plans (SAP). It is designed to support all math teachers in implementing and sustaining the MTP Framework to strengthen standards-based instruction and promote student growth through activities that enhance modeling and reasoning skills.
Drawing on Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Grades K–12 (Liljedahl, 2021), educators will apply research-based practices to create learner-centered environments that foster deep mathematical thinking. The resource emphasizes student ownership of learning and has the potential to transform mathematics classrooms. The course balances structure with flexibility, allowing for experimentation, peer feedback, and targeted coaching. The ultimate goal is to drive sustainable shifts in math instruction that prioritize student thinking, problem solving, and independence.
Biweekly team meetings will be held virtually to reflect on classroom implementation. All course materials will be provided through the syllabus and live sessions.
Number of Units: 1.0 - 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for DoDEA Participants
Course Materials: Text, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics Grades K-12 by Peter Liljedahl available at Amazon.com or your local bookstore
Students in the 2-credit option will read the entire book, while students in the 1-credit option are expected to have already read it and may revisit sections as needed
University of San Diego – Academic Credit Information
The University of San Diego partners with this program to offer graduate-level academic units/credit. To receive units, participants must first register and complete coursework through the external program provider.
Courses offered through the USD's Credit Validation Program are accepted by many school districts and universities throughout the United States. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify district and/or university policies regarding transcript requirements, deadlines, and the applicability of units/credits.
The units provided are graduate-level professional development semester units intended solely for purposes such as salary advancement and credential renewal. These units are not applicable toward a master’s degree or higher degree program at the University of San Diego.
Participants who intend to apply these units toward a degree program at another institution are responsible for confirming that institution’s acceptance of the units prior to enrollment.
Directions to Enroll for Credit
1. Enroll in this course with DoDEA
Please Note: USD does not provide course materials, manage instruction, or assign grades. All coursework is evaluated by the program’s instructor or coordinator.
2. Click “Add to Cart” located on the right of this page to purchase units. If this course displays “Request Information,” it means the course is either not yet open for enrollment or has already closed for enrollment.
Transcript Process: Final grades submitted by the program provider will initiate the transcript process. Grades should be submitted within 7 days of the official course end date or the course enrollment deadline—whichever comes last. Participants are responsible for ensuring their mailing address is accurate and up to date in their USD student account to avoid delays in transcript delivery.
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For detailed information regarding the University of San Diego Credit Validation Program, please consult our Participant Guide.
Prerequisites:
Audience: Secondary math teachers in the Europe South district
Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. No refunds will be issued after the 30-day period.
Enrollment Open Through: January 28, 2026 (11:59pm PT)
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