Just like running a marathon, doing math problems takes work. But grownups often make kids think it’s effortless! Continue Reading →
Math Teachers Have a Dirty Little Secret
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Why are you passionate about math?
A student asked why I was passionate about math. Turns out, I’m not. I’m passionate about math TEACHING! Continue Reading →
“The 12 Touchstones of Good Teaching” is Not So Good
Have you seen the list of 12 Touchstones of Good Teaching? Looks like there’re some problems with it! Continue Reading →
Use Your Experiences in Math – For Math!
Don’t be a blind chicken when it comes to crossing the math road. Use your experiences in math! Continue Reading →
Blogging in the Classroom
Are you considering having your class do a blog? Here are some tips for before and during that math blogging journey! Continue Reading →
Being Brave
Part of Five Minute Friday – Here are some thoughts on being brave in teaching and learning math. Continue Reading →
Math Words – Start Using Them Early
Kids can’t tell the difference between five words and five syllables. So now’s a perfect time to start teaching all words – even “big” math words. Continue Reading →
An Open Letter to Obama and Romney about Math Education
We put so much effort in K-12 math education and STEM support. This open letter requests that the next U.S. leader support parent involvement to help parents learn how to to be a positive influence in math! Continue Reading →
The Prime Directive in Education
There’s one thing that trumps all other advice – The Prime Directive in Education. Continue Reading →
Problem Solving – Is it Teachable?
Can we really teach problem solving? And if so, what’s the best way to do it? This is the second in the book study series focusing on What’s Your Math Problem? Continue Reading →