Do elementary school teachers dread teaching certain math topics? Why might this be? How can this challenge be met? Continue reading to discover challenges and solutions for those teaching K-5 math. #1 – Observations Observations made are based on grades k – 5 math. During my visits with teachers in their classrooms I am always […]
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Wondering how to explain and simplify radicals with variables? Read on to discover strategies for making this task easier. #1 – Review Concepts Related to Radicals Preparation for simplifying variables in radicals is best accomplished by reviewing terms related to radicals. This provides a foundation for understanding concepts related to simplifying variables. It also makes
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Looking for a quick and easy way to explain how to simplify radicals? Wondering where to start? As you continue reading you will discover how to prepare to successfully simplify radicals. #1 – Prepare to Simplify Radicals Before simplifying radicals, prior knowledge in the following topics provides student success. These topics include divisibility rules, factors
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Do your students become confused with negative base numbers and parenthesis when solving order of operation problems that include exponents? These are common challenges seen as students attempt to solve order of operation problems. Continue to discover strategies that may increase student confidence with these problems. Negative Base Numbers with Exponents and Expressions: How to
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Are you looking for a way to easily explain exponents in a way that students will understand the first time? No problem. Keep scrolling to see strategies to help students understand exponents in Pre-Algebra. #1 – Illustrate Examples Using Consistent Color-Coding First, introduce students to exponents in pre-algebra by pointing out the parts and the
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Are students struggling with square and cube roots? No problem. Keep reading to discover fun, easy, and interesting strategies. #1 – Introduction to Square and Cube Roots: My Favorites! I love teaching square and cube roots! They are beyond beautiful! Before you are finished reading this post you will discover fascinating patterns! Square and cube
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Mapping? Function? Domain? Range? What do all of those arrows mean? If these questions have come up in your Algebra class, you are not alone. Keep reading to discover ways to explain mapping functions. #1 Where to Begin When a Mapping Functions When explaining anything new, begin with related topics taught prior. This will allow
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Domain and range? Algebraic functions? Have you found that your students struggle to understand these concepts in Algebra? Keep reading to discover how to help students understand the vocabulary used with algebraic functions, including domain and range. #1 Skills to Know Before Domain, Range, and Functions Are your students prepared to begin algebraic functions? Domain
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Percent Word Problems: Do your students stress out with percent problems? Are they at a total loss as they attempt to understand, set up, and solve? If your answer is yes, keep reading to discover strategies I have found most successful for teaching percent word problems. #1 – Preparation to Solve Percent Word Problems The
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Creating a foundation is critical for success with percent word problems. Keep reading to discover the concepts needed to provide this success. #1 – Review Fraction, Decimal and Percent Conversions Once you have survived teaching fraction and decimal problems, there is one more hurdle left. The ominous subject of percent. More specifically, how to solve
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