Math

The most effective way to study math is not intuitive for a lot of students, so providing explicit instruction on this skill is essential.

To encourage kids to reach their fullest potential in math, consider adopting these four mindsets that help every student to thrive.

Teachers can help students master grade-level content by giving feedback that supports independent learning and progress.

Writing improves learning by consolidating information in long-term memory, researchers explain. Plus, five engaging writing activities to use in all subjects.

Explaining concepts to their peers helps students shore up their content knowledge and improve their communication skills.

The ability to make an educated guess is an important skill that develops with practice.

Every child possesses vast mathematics potential, says Jo Boaler, Stanford University mathematics professor and best-selling author—but for them to access it, we need to rethink how we teach math.

Open-ended questions guide students to participate and to think mathematically, which cements their learning.

There are a variety of sources of student errors in math, and labeling them ‘careless’ might mean missing a chance to help students learn.

Seemingly innocuous statements can exacerbate math anxiety among learners—and avoiding these phrases can help all students see themselves as “math people.”

Math coaches can help teachers identify how their perceptions and teaching methods influence student success.

Elementary students may struggle with the wording of problems, and the visual supports of comics can help them focus on the math.

A popular strategy, using pictures in math class gives students another way to access math concepts and can spark great conversations.

Whether you teach online or in person this fall, these digital math tools may come in handy for grades pre-K through 12.

When students practice rounding numbers and estimating answers to problems, these ideas can guide them to get more precise over time.