ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Over the summer, the professor from the University of California at Santa Cruz, spent a week at Harvard to learn how to redesign the mathematics for life sciences courses his institution offers. A room of educators gets schooled on the rigors of mathematical modeling in the life sciences. It left an impression.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 3, 2023

With educators duking it out in the so-called “math wars” over the curriculum changes in California — which recommended delaying algebra, a critical juncture in the race to calculus in K-12 — the question rose to the fore this year. The issue is algebra skills. Those with strong algebra skills will excel at calculus.

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JULY 25, 2023

These same reports show that teachers and students stand to gain these additional benefits: Learners get a chance to apply mathematical solutions to everyday problems Teachers can stimulate real-life situations where regular people and professionals use math formulas to solve problems. And it’s a great way to get more done.

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JUNE 8, 2023

It’s easy to say, “Cassie just doesn’t get Algebra” but notice why. The Common Core Standards for Mathematical Practice If you’re a Common Core school, the Standards for Mathematical Practice are well-aligned with the needs of a Growth Mindset. Are there holes that need filling?

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

In 2022, only 26 percent of all eighth grade students scored proficient or above in mathematics. Educators and the educational system often harbor implicit biases that result in lower expectations for Black students, particularly in mathematics. Our relationship with math learning is severely damaged in this country.

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ED Surge

MAY 8, 2023

Since math classes progress in a mostly linear way, students have to get fractions to set them up for algebra; and how they do in algebra will likely influence whether they even get to try for advanced courses like calculus, a traditional weed-out metric for lucrative science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) careers.

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Stephen Wolfram

MARCH 7, 2022

1 Mathematics and Physics Have the Same Foundations. 2 The Underlying Structure of Mathematics and Physics. 3 The Metamodeling of Axiomatic Mathematics. 4 Simple Examples with Mathematical Interpretations. 15 Axiom Systems of Present-Day Mathematics. 21 What Can Human Mathematics Be Like? Graphical Key.

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OCTOBER 5, 2022

Cool Math Games Cool Math Games offers access to a wide range of free math games that help students sharpen their mathematical skills. Math Playground games cover different topics including fraction games, division games, multiplication games, ratio games, pre-algebra games, geometry games, and more.

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National Science Foundation

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

In its current form, school algebra serves as a gatekeeper to higher-level mathematics. Researchers and policy makers have pushed to open that gate—providing more students access to algebra, focusing in particular on those students historically denied access to higher-level mathematics. Domina et al., 2017; Stein et al.,

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

And, of course, it has to be mathematically accurate. In ninth grade algebra, they create food trucks and pitch them to judges in a Shark Tank-style final project. While learning about slope and incline, students create a rollercoaster in Minecraft and then narrate a walkthrough, explaining where their incline and slope are.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

That’s the argument of Peter Liljedahl, a professor of mathematics education at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, who has spent years researching what works in teaching. These are the students who end up hitting a wall when math courses move from easier algebra to more advanced concepts in, say, calculus, he argues. “At

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JUNE 26, 2015

In fact, Forbes reported that 82% of public high schoolers in the well-to-do Montgomery County Maryland failed Algebra. DimensionU is a collection of engaging interactive multiplayer fantasy games for grades 2-10 (some can be played solo) that focus on core skills in mathematics and literacy. Fee or subscription.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Elise is a mathematics education researcher who has been studying how students come to understand counting problems. Educators have shown how programming integrated into other subjects can be a powerful tool to enhance learning, from algebra to language arts. I loved what she was doing, and we started having regular chats.

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OCTOBER 14, 2019

A strong mathematical background is crucial; algebra, statistics, and probability are all going to play a huge role in an architect’s ability to do their job. A student can flourish on a math test, for example, but have struggled to remember certain steps of the mathematical processes that they’re using.

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Futurum

JULY 13, 2022

Numbers and networks: how can we use mathematics to assess the resilience of global supply chains? At Brigham Young University in the US, Dr Zach Boyd is using his mathematical skills to determine how best to protect our supply chains. BUILDING MATHEMATICAL MODELS. FIELD OF RESEARCH: Mathematics. Published: July 13, 2022.

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STEM Education Guide

APRIL 15, 2022

A well-organized world without the use of mathematics is unimaginable. Therefore, it’s no surprise that a wealth of mathematical branches exists in the world today. Nowadays, a mathematics study from the basics to advanced levels that contribute to technology, medicine, engineering, and more. What Is Mathematics?

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Computer Science Teacher

JULY 12, 2022

I can see it being useful in an algebra or statistics class though. Have students watch the video at home and build their own simulations to compare with the mathematical results? The math does that. The math is presented in an interesting way if a bit fast for me. Lots of good math stuff. Can I say “math stuff?) For three dice?

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Basic-Mathematics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Get the algebra help you need here with this algebra ebook. Get in-depth coverage of beginning algebra skills that are extremely important to succeed in algebra

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JANUARY 24, 2018

It’s easy to say, “Cassie just doesn’t get Algebra” but notice why. post strategies for problem-solving, such as those included in Common Core’s Standards for Mathematical Practice, and make them part of all teaching. The Common Core Standards for Mathematical Practice. Blended philosophy.

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Robert Talbert, Ph.D.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

As I teach my Linear Algebra and Differential Equations class this semester, which uses more computing than ever, I'm thinking even more about these topics. In the original article, I gave a list of what computing skills mathematics majors should learn and when they should learn them.

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Basic-Mathematics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Learn how to evaluate algebraic expressions using the order of operations.

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ED Surge

APRIL 23, 2024

years of my career at Weehawken High School, where I taught Algebra I (students in grades seven to nine) and AP Calculus (grades 11-12). years, I have been teaching Algebra I and geometry for grades nine and 10 at Becton Regional High School. I spent the first 3.5 For the past 1.5

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Basic-Mathematics

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Algebra is a fundamental skill that is widely used in school and in life. This article takes a look at what algebra is and its vital role in math.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

Get a crystal clear explanation of adding polynomials using algebra tiles, vertically, and horizontally.

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AUGUST 10, 2016

C-STEM Studio is a California A-G approved curriculum and turn-key solution for teaching science, technology, engineering and mathematics through computing and robotics. ” In fact, the C-STEM Studio algebra curriculum is fully aligned with Common Core state standards in mathematics.

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JUNE 24, 2015

In the face of mounting evidence, education experts accepted a prescriptive fact: student success is not measured by milestones like ‘took a foreign language in fifth grade’ or ‘passed Algebra in high school’ but by how s/he thinks. In short, they must think and understand, not just do the rote drill.

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National Science Foundation

AUGUST 11, 2021

Equitable access to mathematics is a long-standing, yet unmet goal in mathematics education (Gutiérrez, 2018). There are many well-known obstacles to this goal, one of which is unexamined biases about who does and does not do mathematics (Walker, 2007). The VCAST Project.

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MARCH 15, 2020

They were asked to continue working on this through our hiatus while my 5th and 6th graders were asked to join and work on the Code.org CS in Algebra. Code.org – My 4th graders have working through the Code.org Course F. ” This year’s conference is from March 26-28. Taking Some Online Classes.

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STEM Education Guide

MARCH 9, 2023

It’s a curriculum that revolves around the idea of educating students in four particular disciplines; mathematics , technology, science, and engineering. Undergraduate students in the economics department learn statistics, algebra, and calculus, which they implement in quantitative research and decision-making analyses. What Is STEM?

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Stephen Wolfram

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Mathematics. But in the 1600s came the idea of modeling things with mathematical formulas—in which time enters, but basically just as a coordinate value. We won’t always be able to make a simple human—or, say, mathematical—narrative to explain or predict what a system will do. These are all ways to formalize the world.

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Robert Talbert, Ph.D.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Here's the one from Winter 2021 for calculus and here's the one for modern algebra. This semester I taught two sections of Discrete Structures for Computer Science 1, an entry-level course for Computer Science majors on the mathematical foundations of computing. Nearly all the students are CS majors.

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Teach Hub

APRIL 10, 2024

This collection of games uses interactive puzzles and challenges to teach mathematical concepts ranging from basic arithmetic to multiplication, algebra, and geometric elements. Students must consider real-world challenges as they complete missions and apply mathematical concepts to calculate successful missions.

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National Science Foundation

DECEMBER 13, 2022

After all, everyone knows that mathematics is the universal language. Yes, there is something inspiring about Galileo’s famous phrase—“Mathematics is the alphabet with which God has written the universe.” I teach four classes of 8 th grade Pre-Algebra every day. Mathematics is not a “universal language,” however.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 19, 2023

Math manipulatives are hands-on tools that allow children to visualize and engage with mathematical concepts. They provide a tangible way for children to explore and understand abstract mathematical ideas. This deepens your understanding of fractions and decimals and helps you develop a solid mathematical foundation.

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JULY 22, 2023

These hands-on tools are designed to help your child understand and master mathematical concepts in a fun and interactive way. These tools also allow your child to practice addition, subtraction, and even basic algebra concepts in a way that is both engaging and effective. Look no further than Saxon Math 2 manipulatives!

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Stephen Wolfram

JANUARY 9, 2023

And indeed one of the great achievements of our civilization over the past several centuries has been to build up the paradigms of mathematics, the exact sciences—and, most importantly, now computation—and to create a tower of capabilities quite different from what pure human-like thinking can achieve.

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STEM Everyday Podcast

OCTOBER 8, 2022

Libo Valencia is a mathematics educator in New York with over a dozen years of experience. Libo is a passionate teacher who strongly believes that understanding mathematics can help all students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills that can be utilized outside the classroom.

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