Math
Explore and share tips, strategies, and resources for helping students develop in mathematics.
A Math Word Problem Framework That Fosters Conceptual Thinking
This strategy for selecting and teaching word problems guides students to develop their understanding of math concepts.1.2kHow to Turn Your Math Classroom Into a ‘Thinking Classroom’
The researcher Peter Liljedahl evangelizes for practices that prioritize and stimulate more hard thinking in classrooms.992Using Stories Beyond Word Problems to Teach Math
Stories can help students recall key math concepts and make the subject more relevant to them.4365 Ways to Stop Thinking for Your Students
Too often math students lean on teachers to think for them, but there are some simple ways to guide them to think for themselves.4.3kUsing Stories to Support Mathematical Thinking in Young Students
Children’s books often contain valuable lessons that can help young students begin to think like mathematicians.1kUsing Test Corrections as a Learning Tool
Assigning corrections as classwork and then retesting students allows a teacher to accurately assess if they have mastered the material.2.9kCreating an Environment Where All Students See That They Can Be Good at Math
When teachers guide students to look beyond narrow metrics of success in math, more students will see their potential for learning.1.8kBuild Strong Math Vocabulary Skills Using These Simple Strategies
Learning new vocabulary is a fundamental part of understanding math concepts. Use these strategies to build both fluency and engagement.3.7kWhy Students Should Write in All Subjects
Writing improves learning by consolidating information in long-term memory, researchers explain. Plus, five engaging writing activities to use in all subjects.16.5kReinforcing Elementary Math Lessons With Movement
Combining simple exercises with math instruction can help ensure that elementary school students remember these lessons.5.4kEffective Uses of Tables for Teaching Algebra
Using tables can help bring challenging abstract algebraic concepts into better focus for high school students.9756 Tips for Teaching Math Problem-Solving Skills
Solving word problems is tougher than computing with numbers, but elementary teachers can guide students to do the deep thinking involved.863An Alternative to Warm-Up Problems
Starting math class with a warm-up problem is common. Here’s how one teacher starts with a little chat instead, before moving on to the math.2.7kAre We Teaching the Math Kids Need?
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.10.6k11 Teacher-Recommended Math Apps and Online Tools
Whether you teach online or in person this fall, these digital math tools may come in handy for grades pre-K through 12.11.9k