When I think about the skills I want my students to have by the time they graduate, the importance of teaching collaboration is one of… Read More »5 Ways Teaching Collaboration Can Transform Your Math Classroom
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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
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Seeing patterns in transformations without relying on memorizing formulas can be a challenge for many students. Digital discovery graph activities are a great way to… Read More »How to Use Discovery Graph Activities in Google Sheets
Task cards in math class are a great way to change up your regular routine and get kids moving around the room! They are perfect… Read More »5 Unique Ways to Use Task Cards in High School Math
I know what you’re thinking…high school math centers? That would never work with my students. Give it a shot using these five tips and see… Read More »The Secret to Successful High School Math Centers
Shifting the responsibility of learning from the teacher to the student is the ultimate goal of student-centered learning. There are many ways that this has… Read More »Four Strategies for Student Centered Learning in Your High School Math Classroom