Unleashing Potential: The Many Benefits of Play-Based Learning
The benefits of play-based learning are huge, and we shouldn’t be depriving our children of it just because they are getting older.
Math
Who’s Ready for Middle School Algebra 1?
Allowing advanced students to progress to Algebra 1 helps them continue growing and developing their skill sets.
Making Rose Hip Tea from Scratch: A Math Activity
This collaboration between the Library Learning Commons, a Grade 9 math teacher, and Indigenous Education blossomed into a beautiful place-conscious learning opportunity.
Preventing the Summer Slide
Perhaps some learning loss is to be expected during summer vacation, but there are reasonable concerns about how the break may weaken students’ reading and math skills.
Math Scores: Why is This a Problem?
There are indications that student math scores are slipping. But there is much that can be done in the classroom to elevate students’ overall understanding of mathematical concepts.
Learning Math through Movement
Imagine a math class where kids are hopping up and down, swinging their arms side to side, and shouting out numbers. They’re enjoying themselves—and they’re still learning.
PBS Math Club Builds Confidence for ESL Students
I was browsing YouTube for simplified math tutorials one afternoon when I stumbled upon the PBS Kids Math Club—math tutorial videos geared toward teens.
Using Inquiry-Based Learning to Teach Math
IBL has a broad definition and varied implementation. It is generally characterized by a student-centered learning experience, with little to no lecturing.