Let’s face it, assigning homework has always been a hot topic and math teachers will likely never be able to agree on what the best… Read More »Before You Assign Math Homework, Ask These 3 Essential Questions
Have you noticed that your students’ attention spans are starting to look like the dog from Up? You finally get everyone engaged and listening, then… Read More »6 Life-Changing Strategies to Increase Student Engagement in Math Class
When I think of foundational skills taught in Algebra 1, solving equations, graphing linear equations in two variables, and factoring always come to mind. There… Read More »9 Engaging Activities for Graphing Linear Equations in Algebra 1
Figuring out differentiation and what it actually looks like in a classroom setting is not something that just comes naturally. Differentiated instruction strategies are rarely… Read More »6 Subtle & Effective Differentiated Instruction Strategies for High School Math Teachers
Keeping students engaged in math class can be a challenge (especially if you have block scheduling). I’m sharing some low-prep math activities for high school… Read More »6 Low-Prep Math Activities for High School Using Individual Whiteboards
Every October, the budget meeting comes around and all of the teachers are asked what math classroom supplies they want to order for the next… Read More »The Ultimate List of Math Classroom Supplies for High School Teachers
About the Author Kimberly Jacobs, M.S., is a teacher of more than 30 years and holds three teaching credentials. Currently, Kimberly provides intervention and instruction… Read More »Uncovering Student Challenges Solving Algebra Problems with Order of Operations
Compound inequalities are a confusing and abstract concept for Algebra 1 students to wrap their minds around. For many of our students, it’s the first… Read More »5 Activities to Help Your Students Master Compound Inequalities
Bloom’s Taxonomy verbs are frequently taught in educator preparation classes as a way to ensure that teachers vary the skills that students are being asked… Read More »How to Turn the Bloom’s Taxonomy Verbs into Engaging Math Activities
There is no perfect note taking method in math, but there are a lot of great options! Note taking is a HUGE part of math… Read More »Top 3 Ways to Teach Note Taking in Math Class
