Studies on learning show that traditional teaching methods are responsible for failure in school. This is particularly true for math and how it’s taught at the middle and high school levels. The repetitive lessons and memorizing often hold students back and limit their learning opportunities.
(more…)That’s a good question.
Why is math so hard to learn? Why does it feel like a chore? And how can we make it less stressful?
(more…)For most people, math is a subject they either love or hate.
(more…)Using fingers to count can be helpful in the early years. However, it may indicate a problem if your child is a grown up and still finds it hard to do mental math.
(more…)Let’s face it; while some students love math and excel at it from a very young age, others seem to lag a little behind when it comes to solving the most basic math problems.
(more…)We’ve all heard the joke, “If you have trouble sleeping at night, open a math book.”
(more…)Math anxiety refers to the feelings of tension and nervousness a person experiences when they’re required to solve a mathematical problem. It is a negative reaction that affects the performance of students.
(more…)You’ve been working on a math problem for the past two hours. Even the pages of your notebook have become wrinkled and dirty because of the number of times you’ve erased your answers.
(more…)If you have nightmares when you hear the words “quadratic equations” and “algebra,” you’re not alone.
More than 82 percent of students fail algebra class every year. The confusing symbols, graphic charts, and various formulas and methods are enough to make anyone scream.
(more…)You walk into math class and sigh. It’s the last period before school ends. You try concentrating in class. You try asking your teacher for guidance. But for some reason, you and math problems just don’t go well together.
And that’s okay. Not everyone is naturally good at math. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get there!
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