How does ABC Mathseeds differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners?
Mixed-ability classrooms include struggling, capable and high-achieving students. The ABC Mathseeds placement test places each child where they need to be. Struggling students build basic skills while higher-ability students extend and deepen their number sense and problem-solving skills.
- By using the ABC Mathseeds placement test, you know that every student is working at exactly the right level.
- Self-paced, step-by-step lessons provide students with individualised lessons at their level.
- More than 98% of teachers using ABC Mathseeds would recommend the program to other teachers (survey of 1,030 teachers).
1 Differentiated Content
The ABC Mathseeds placement test is quick and easy to administer.
- Teachers can assign the placement test to ensure each student is working at their instructional level.
- Teachers can change student levels at any time.
- Groups of students can work on different content at their own level.
- Teachers can assign lessons that reinforce work covered in their classroom program.
2 Self-Paced Learning
Each student is placed at their individual instructional level.
- Step-by-step teaching videos provide support for all learners.
- A vast array of short, research-based activities improves understanding and retention.
- With 24/7 access, students can complete lessons at school, the library or at home.
- Students experience achievement and success in every lesson.
3 Motivational Program
The ABC Mathseeds multi-layered reward system motivates students to keep moving forwards.
- Rewards including golden acorns, games and avatar items that really keep students motivated.
- Students can easily track their progress as they earn new pets and travel through a series of maps.
- Students must pass each end-of-map quiz to make progress.
- Engaged students are more motivated to keep learning.
4 Teacher Tools
Teachers can access detailed data to support in-class teaching.
- Detailed teaching notes and four printable worksheets are available for every lesson.
- Reports are clear and easy to understand.
- A variety of ABC Mathseeds apps can be used to reinforce and practise specific skills.
- Standards-based assessments for every standard in years K–3.
“ My students have various gaps in their learning and need repetition of skills. ABC Mathseeds is able to target what they need and give them that practice in a fun and engaging format.”
