What are Targeted Lessons, and how do they work?

The Targeted Lessons in TouchMath include practice problems for key foundational skills students need to succeed in different math domains. Skill strands build vertically from Number Sense through Algebra in the same manner as standard math progressions. Each skill strand includes 10 key foundational skills that grow in complexity and grade level as you move to the right.

Log In to Your TouchMath Account

• Once logged in, navigate to your MyTouchMath Dashboard.
• Locate the Digital Practice Tile and choose "Targeted Lesson."

Instructional Options

• Model and Teach Mode: Explore the foundational skills in all domains
• Assign a Targeted Lesson: Identify skills and assign them to students or groups

Domains and Skills

• Skill strands build from the bottom up, beginning with TouchPoints and Number Sense through Algebra
• Each domain strand includes 10 key foundational high-value skills that grow in difficulty and grade level equivalence (GLE) as you move to the right
• This allows educators to quickly pinpoint specific skills within each domain for targeted practice

• Hover/click each skill dot to view the skill description, grade-level association, sample interactive problems, and strategies.

How Do the Targeted Lessons Work?

Assessment and Starting Points

• The Targeted Lessons use real-time student responses to identify a starting point within a skill strand.
• Assessment plans are integrated, ensuring the entry point aligns with each student’s proficiency level.

Flexible Progression

• Students are not required to complete an entire skill strand before advancing to new areas.
• Movement is often upward in difficulty rather than strictly across the strand.

Lesson Modes

• Assessment Mode: Quickly identifies a student's starting point and skill gaps using a built-in algorithm.
• Learning Target Mode: Creates a personalized pathway from a starting skill to a targeted goal, incorporating all necessary intermediate skills.
• Reinforcement Mode: Provides focused practice on specific skills to strengthen retention and ensure mastery.

Highlighting and Navigation

• The grid highlights the current skill being taught or assessed, providing an at-a-glance view of a student’s progress.
• Clicking or hovering over skill dots reveals detailed descriptions, sample problems, strategies, and grade-level associations.

Integration with TouchPoints

• TouchPoints are used to support foundational skills for students new to TouchMath. These skills are seamlessly integrated into lesson plans and the adaptive algorithm.

Benefits of Targeted Lessons

Strategic Planning for Educators:

• Quickly identify skill gaps and develop intervention strategies.
• Aligns with IEP goals and personalized learning plans.

Student-Centered Learning:

• Adaptive pathways ensure that students progress at their own pace.
• Skill scaffolding supports meaningful and achievable learning goals.

Ease of Use:

• The visual design simplifies navigation and provides a clear roadmap for skill mastery.

Example Use Case:

An educator teaching a group of third-grade students identifies that several struggle with multiplication. Using the Targeted Lessons:

1. Assessment Mode pinpoints foundational gaps in number sense and one-digit multiplication.
2. Learning Target Mode creates a plan to progress from number sense to double-digit multiplication, addressing skill gaps along the way.
3. Reinforcement Mode ensures skills are practiced and retained.