Is a family member struggling with math? Are you looking for help? Maybe you live in a rural county where resources are scarce. Keep reading to discover. #1 – What is Peer Math Tutoring? First, let’s discover what peer math tutoring is. Though peer tutoring is used in a traditional setting, it can also occur […]
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Students with high-functioning autism frequently overthink conversations, and decisions. They are often perfectionists, and may also demonstrate characteristics, anxiety, and O.C.D. Let’s discover strategies that may be used to increase success for math homework. #1 – Autism, Math, and Homework: Decompress First, let’s think about the Algebra student’s day at school. Between moving through noisy
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The kids are out of school. You are looking for summer adventures that the whole family can enjoy. One of your daughter’s teachers is encouraging math practice over the summer. You know how much your daughter hates math. Keep reading to discover math summer adventures that will meet all these needs. Math Museums in the
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Do students understand how to simplify rational expressions with opposite signs? Keep reading to discover strategies for success. #1 – Simplifying Fractions First, introduce students to what they are familiar with. Start with what they know before adding new elements of greater complexity. Providing a review will decrease the number of times students ask questions
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Do your students struggle with multiplication facts? Maybe you have tried flashcards, games, and worksheets, yet they continue to struggle? What strategy do you use when a student asks you what 7 x 6 is? Do you quickly answer? Or, do you use a strategy that the student can use independently? Are you familiar with
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The school year has almost ended. Your middle school students are more than ready to be done. But then again, what did they learn? What will it stick till next school year? Even if they finished the book do they understand how to solve fractions in math? #1 – It is Always Fractions To begin
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Maria is an autistic student in high school, transferring from a special education classroom to your Algebra 1 class. The special education teacher shared that Maria is an autistic person who does well in math. The teacher also adds that Maria is uncomfortable with group work, sensitive to sounds that others may easily ignore, and
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Your student is failing Algebra. You notice that she appears to prefer working alone during group work when her friend is absent. When you approach and offer to help, she struggles to find words. When you attempt to explain, she does not make eye contact. After a brief explanation, she assures you that she understands.
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“I hate math!” Have you heard this from your kids and wondered how to respond? Keep reading to discover ways to inspire math confidence as a math parent. #1 – Be Positive First, it is important to point out that being a math parent does not require a degree in math. When kids are frustrated
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What sensory concepts relate to homework? Movement and hydration. Vision. Hearing. These senses may be considered before, during, and between study sessions. This post will explain how these senses are related to homework success. #1 – Movement and Hydration A. Physical Exercise for Homework Success To begin with, your top priority for homework success is
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