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4 Mistakes Teachers Make When Teaching Math Word Problems
Any time I ask math teachers about their frustrations with teaching new content the overwhelming majority is their students’ lack of problem solving and critical thinking skills. These struggles often present themselves when teaching math word problems. Let’s face it… your students hate word problems in math class and college doesn’t prepare you to know…
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7 Fun Hands-On Math Activities for Your High School Classroom
Hands-on math activities are a great way to engage students and help them learn algebra concepts. Typically math manipulatives are designed for elementary aged students, but exploration can be just what high school students need to truly master a math concept. In this blog post, we will explore several hands-on activities that can be used…
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6 Student Approved Math Projects for Algebra 1
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again…Tests are not the only way to effectively assess a student’s understanding. Teachers want their students to think more critically and actually apply what they know to real life scenarios. The best way to do this is through math projects. Don’t get me wrong, tests can be…
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Why Your Students Need A Getting Ready for Algebra 1 Summer Review Packet
Are you tired of spending the first three weeks of your Algebra 1 class reviewing middle school math skills? If you’re silently nodding your head right now, then an Algebra 1 summer review packet could be your answer! The transition to Algebra 1 is a huge step for many students coming out of middle school…
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4 Proven Strategies for Increasing Student Motivation in Your Math Classroom
Figuring out the perfect strategies for increasing student motivation in your classroom can be one of the most challenging parts of being a high school math teacher. By the time your students get to your class they’ve already had years of hating math and truly believing that they are not math people. This makes it…
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14 Probability Activities and Lesson Plans to Keep Your Students Engaged
Your probability unit has the potential to be the most fun and engaging topic in your 7th grade or Algebra 2 classroom. This curated list of probability activities is guaranteed to get your students excited about coming to math class again! Whether you are looking to introduce theoretical and experimental probability to your 7th grade…