From Models to Meaning: Cultivating a Deep Understanding of Fractions

Sue O’Connell has years of experience as an elementary classroom teacher, math coach, district school improvement specialist, and math speaker/consultant. Sue is the lead author of Heinemann’s Math in Practice series (2016), Heinemann's Math by the Book series (2021), and numerous other professional books that support the teaching of K-5 mathematics. Sue is also the developer of hand2mind’s Navigating Numeracy Learning Progression Centers (2024) focused on meaningful practice for students in grades K-5. She is particularly focused on instructional practices that support the development of mathematical thinking. Sue is a nationally known speaker and education consultant who directs Quality Teacher Development LLC, an organization committed to providing outstanding math professional learning for teachers in schools and districts across the country. She is a frequent speaker at local, state and national math conferences.