Are you using Algebra Tiles in your math classroom? In this first episode, Region 13 Education Specialists Virginia Keasler and JC Sanders will explore why Algebra Tiles are an important tool for your students to experience in order to build a conceptual understanding of the abstract concept of Algebra. . Virginia and JC will also explore the research behind using manipulatives in your classroom and share with you free videos for how to teach using Algebra Tiles that can be found on the Region 13 Math website. http://www4.esc13.net/math/video-gallery/ Join us for our very first podcast in the series Supporting Struggling Students in Algebra 1. Podcast Transcript www4.esc13.net/uploads/math/docs/podcast%20transcripts/S-3Algebra_episode1_transcript.docx Resources: www4.esc13.net/uploads/math/docs/podcast%20transcripts/Choice_Bd_template_hs.doc www4.esc13.net/uploads/math/docs/podcast%20transcripts/choice_boards_packet.pdf www4.esc13.net/uploads/math/docs/podcast%20transcripts/LowPrep_DI_Strategies.pdf