Projects and real world applications in math class will take your students from standard surface level learning to deep critical thinking. By making math relevant… Read More »How to Connect Graphs of Polynomial Functions to Real Life
One of the most powerful ways to shift student thinking is with a systems of equations project where they must create equations, solve them, and… Read More »A Systems of Equations Project That’s Student Approved
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If you teach middle school math, there’s a good chance you’ve heard this classic question more than once: “But when am I ever going to… Read More »9 Ways to Relate Ratios, Proportions, and Percents to Real Life
There’s no denying that linear equations can be easily related to so many real life scenarios. This linear equations project is just what your students… Read More »The Only Linear Equations Project Your Algebra 1 Classroom Needs
Math tests are an easy way to get valuable information about a student’s study skills and foundational knowledge, but they don’t always show the whole… Read More »8 Middle School Math Projects to Replace Boring Math Tests
Algebra 2 can often be a very dry class because there is so much information to get through in just one academic year. Many students… Read More »5 Student Approved Math Project Ideas for Algebra 2
What is the first reaction when you ask your students to solve a word problem? Are they overwhelmed with excitement? If I had to guess,… Read More »Why Your Students Hate Word Problems and How To Fix It
Let me guess… Your administrators are telling you that you need to start assessing your students on “21st century skills” and adding real life applications… Read More »How to Use Real Life Applications of Math To Teach Critical Thinking Skills
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 6 Bloom’s Taxonomy Verbs into Engaging Math Activities
If you’ve been to my blog before, you know that I nerd out over real world applications on the regular. Can you blame me? There’s… Read More »5 Out-of-the-box Ideas for Real World Math Activities
As part of the 21st Century Learning Initiative, Project Based Assessments are becoming more and more common. Education is changing and we are learning more… Read More »Project Based Learning Assessments