Accelerate Learning

MAY 23, 2021

The Mona Lisa is surprisingly, almost shockingly, small. Yet its far-reaching influence has made it synonymous with greatness. Well, that painting is good, but I mean, it’s not the Mona Lisa ,” the armchair art critic will opine.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 24, 2023

Have you ever wondered how to engage students in problem solving activities that are both fun and effective? In this article, I will share a variety of classroom activities designed to help students explore solutions to problems. Let’s dive in and discover new ways to enhance problem solving in the classroom!

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Instead of traditional direct instruction, PBL in math encourages students to explore, discuss and understand mathematical concepts by solving problems collaboratively. Steffe’s work on the importance of students constructing their own mathematical understanding rather than passively receiving information.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 23, 2023

I’ve discovered the ultimate guide to problem solving: Pathways to Solutions. This article is packed with effective activities that will sort out any problem you come across. So buckle up and get ready for a journey of analytical thinking and logical problem solving. Let’s dive in!

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Though some argue that mathematics is culturally independent, I can say from experience that it is anything but. The brain makes sense of the world, and mathematics, through culture. Lessons like these promote mathematical investigations within community-oriented contexts and require deep analysis.

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ED Surge

JUNE 5, 2024

As a mathematics education researcher, I study how math instruction impacts students' learning, from following standard math procedures to understanding mathematical concepts. As a result, students' agency, knowledge and ability to transfer the concepts of mathematics suffer.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 18, 2024

Adding monthly giving projects to STEM classes helps students learn important skills like problem-solving and teamwork while also teaching them to care about their communities. An Overview of STEM – Why It’s Relevant and Important STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Sound interesting?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Problem Solving : Graphs provide a way to solve problems and make predictions. Whether it’s analyzing trends in data, finding optimal solutions in optimization problems, or understanding the behavior of functions, graphing is a valuable tool for problem-solving.

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ED Surge

MARCH 13, 2023

How can teachers engage students to learn problem-solving skills across the curriculum? One program has set out to teach computational thinking (CT) and coding skills in a problem-centered approach, fostering a student-driven learning design. How do teachers and students benefit from a problem-centered coding curriculum?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 22, 2023

The Ask a Tech Teacher crew has eight of their favorites to share today: 8 Great Websites and Apps to Help Kids With Fractions Understanding fractions is an essential pillar of every child’s mathematical foundation. Explore Fractions with Number Frames Number Frames is an educational app that brings mathematics to life for your kids.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 8, 2023

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. Many free online coding programs work for a diverse community of learners, are scalable, can be easily differentiated, and can span days or months.

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ED Surge

JUNE 9, 2023

As hopeful as this scenario sounds, mathematics is a struggle for many learners. Nationally, mathematics achievement on average remains low with glaring, persistent inequities across racial and ethnic groups. To foster success in mathematics, we need to consider what students already know as a way to advance what they don’t yet know.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

. “No problem can withstand the assault of sustained thinking.” I’ve discussed problem-solving before (see How to Teach Students to Solve Problems ). Today, I want to share five favorite websites that turn the deep-thinking required for solving problems into fun: 60-second Adventures in Thought.

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National Science Foundation

MAY 26, 2022

Implementing equitable mathematics instruction is an ongoing, collective commitment that must be made by teachers, schools, districts, and beyond to ensure that each and every student has access to high-quality mathematics instruction. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), 2020b, p. Introduction.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

We're looking at how reading affects mathematics outcomes. You mentioned subject areas beyond mathematics. We have been, for many years, a 6-12 core mathematics company. We're expanding within and outside of mathematics. Outside of mathematics, we are focused on literacy and languages.

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Robert Talbert, Ph.D.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In the original article, I gave a list of what computing skills mathematics majors should learn and when they should learn them. If anything, over the past seven years, my feelings about the centrality of computing in the mathematics major have gotten even more entrenched. Computing is fun, and fun is good.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Returning to Rigorous Mathematics –December 16, 2021. Why do trades like this require so much mathematics? ” What Is Technical Mathematics? Technical math is different from pure mathematics, which is what we often think of when we think of “math” at all. Well, as it turns out, they’re not.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

You excel in subjects that require problem-solving skills and have a strong understanding of numbers and patterns. This field requires strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of mathematical concepts. Left-brain dominant individuals thrive in this field due to their logical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Mindsets for innovation are the cognitive processes necessary to engage in innovative and complex problem-solving. These include design thinking—processes to innovate new products and services—and computational thinking—using computational methods to address and solve interdisciplinary challenges systematically.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 10, 2023

Meanwhile, DragonBox focuses on fostering critical thinking skills through a series of entertaining logic games rooted in mathematics. This app introduces young kids to the concepts of coding and problem solving in a playful setting by guiding a robot through increasingly challenging puzzles.

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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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ED Surge

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Teach it as a language used to describe things and as a tool for real life problem solving.” Some texts overflow with fake ‘applications,’ but these hide the mathematical essence under a mountain of details. Students learn better from a straightforward treatment of the mathematical essence.” The issue is algebra skills.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 31, 2024

In an increasingly digital world, the demand for skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) is higher than ever. STEM educational toys are designed to teach children various aspects of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through interactive and engaging methods. What Are STEM Toys?

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Scientix

AUGUST 21, 2024

This methodology allows them to integrate knowledge from different subject areas and stimulate the development of skills provided in the student’s profile (such as collaborative work, critical thinking, creativity or problem-solving) and soft skills required by 21st-century jobs at the end of compulsory education.

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Middle Web

AUGUST 25, 2024

More thinking, more problem solving, more growing, all to empower them to take the lead in their learning and give them space to figure things out. This school year teacher-coach Mona Iehl is committing to do less so that her math students can do more. Learn how she does it!

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Teach Hub

APRIL 10, 2024

Be sure to select games that align with the subject matter you are teaching, and develop skills such as critical thinking , problem-solving, collaboration, etc. Kerbal Space Program Kerbal Space Program is a physics-based space simulation game that teaches students about aerospace engineering, physics, and mathematics.

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STEM Minds

OCTOBER 1, 2024

STEM activities—Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics—provide a solid foundation for developing these crucial abilities. Engaging children in STEM-related tasks allows them to explore complex concepts through hands-on learning and problem-solving, effectively enhancing their analytical skills and ability to think critically.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 26, 2023

Are you looking for a fun and interactive way to reinforce their mathematical skills? Hands-on learning is crucial for students to truly grasp mathematical concepts. Not only do math games reinforce mathematical skills , but they also incorporate problem-solving and critical thinking. Look no further!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

. “No problem can withstand the assault of sustained thinking.” I’ve discussed problem-solving before (see How to Teach Students to Solve Problems ). Today, I want to share five favorite websites that turn the deep-thinking required for solving problems into fun: 60-second Adventures in Thought.

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Box Light

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Coding cultivates vital skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and computational thinking, applicable throughout the curriculum. When students engage in coding activities, they are presented with real-world challenges that require logical reasoning and creativity to solve.

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STEM Minds

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Starting STEM education at a young age not only sparks a lifelong passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics but also cultivates a skill set that is increasingly critical in a wide range of careers. Can early STEM education improve problem-solving skills? Questions and Answers 1.

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Middle Web

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

The most important step in learning to solve math word problems is reflection, writes math coach Mona Iehl, "yet it's often overlooked or sacrificed for the sake of time." Iehl shares her workshop approach to problem solving and how she builds quick reflections into her lessons.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 26, 2023

These exciting games not only make learning math fun but also help you sharpen your problem-solving skills. From exploring number patterns to solving challenging equations, these games cover a wide range of math concepts. Solving challenging equations can be both exciting and rewarding.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 24, 2024

That means students should be given more chances to develop reasoning and problem-solving skills, she says. Instead, she argues, when teachers give their students a chance to tackle these problems first, it lets students make sense of the mathematics they are learning.

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ED Surge

JUNE 21, 2022

Players must program a backend strategy and use their coding and problem-solving skills to outsmart competitors. Demonstrating a high level of mathematical creativity, Shininglice’s code informed his heroes to adjust dynamically based on dozens of battlefield conditions—yes, he basically programmed AI right into his forces.

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Scientix

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Learning through games has several advantages: encourages the acquisition and development of different skills; stimulates problem solving; encourages experiential learning; increases motivation. 2), written in mathematical language: Fig.1 2), written in mathematical language: Fig.1 1 (CC-BY) Fig. 1 (CC-BY) Fig.

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Box Light

JUNE 14, 2023

Incorporating STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) learning is essential for helping students develop important skills like critical thinking, perseverance, communication, and creative problem-solving.

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