Apr 14, 2009 | 0 comments
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How Fractions Become Percentages
Fractions such as one quarter or one half are relatively easy to understand particularly in relation to one dollar but when you start getting into other percentages and higher dollar figures, it can become more confusing unless you develop the ability to make it simple for yourself. Percentages will be used often in your daily [...]
Apr 12, 2009 | 0 comments
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Beyond Slices of Pizza: Teaching Fractions Effectively, part 1
The final report of the National Mathematics Advisory Panel paid close attention to “proficiency with fractions…for such proficiency is foundational for algebra and, at the present time, seems to be severely underdeveloped.” This webcast, broadcast in September 2008, showcases best practices when it comes to the teaching of fractions. How do teachers and school district personnel ensure deep “conceptual and procedural knowledge of fractions,” as stated by the national math panel report …
Apr 10, 2009 | 0 comments
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Dividing With Decimals Made Easy
When you are dividing with decimals it can be a little confusing unless you learn to make it easy on yourself. All you have to do is to remember is that you want to have a whole number for your divisor so you simply move the decimal point over on the dividend the same number [...]
Apr 08, 2009 | 2 comments
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Teaching Math through Games and Puzzles
At the elementary school level math can be taught through using various mathematically based puzzles, games and picture worksheets. Math games are an excellent way to teach problem solving and the more complicated mathematical processes (at this age) of division and multiplication. There are several worksheets that can be downloaded from any number of elementary [...]
Using Computer Programs to assist in teaching Elementary School Math
All any teacher need do is to walk down any computer stores software isle and see a staggering number of commercial programs available for teaching math to students from K through 6th grade. How do you choose the one that is right for your students? Here are a few tips that can assist in selecting [...]
Mar 02, 2009 | 2 comments
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