Chalkboards to Touchscreens: Modern Math With Surface Pro
Help me give my students a powerful learning tool—a Surface Pro—that brings math to life through interactive lessons, dynamic data exploration, and real-time collaboration.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Dias's classroom raised $1,488
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
If my project is fully funded, I will use the Surface Pro to transform instruction in my Algebra 2, Statistics, and AP Statistics classes by integrating technology that supports interactive, student-centered learning. With the Surface Pro connected to our Promethean Board, I can model problem solving in real time, annotate over graphs, charts, and digital worksheets, and seamlessly transition between lesson slides, videos, and data analysis tools. This setup will also allow me to record lessons with voice and digital ink for students to review later—an essential support for English Language Learners (ELLs) and students who need more time to process academic language or content.
Additionally, the flexibility of the Surface Pro allows me to differentiate instruction by quickly pulling up enrichment tasks, reteach materials, or visual aids based on student needs.
I can move around the classroom while still interacting with and controlling the board, making it easier to provide targeted support and keep students engaged. With this technology, all learners, regardless of language proficiency or math background, will have better access to high-quality, visual, and interactive instruction.
Nearly all students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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