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This is a collection of resources, articles and activities to support math learning for Bristol Warren students. It will also answer some common questions that families ask about math class, diagnostic testing, and how to help with homework.
Why do we teach the way we do?
Why do we teach the way we do?
A video for parents (and teachers) about why we need Common Core Math.
Math in classrooms today looks a lot different today, and that can be frustrating to parents.
Speed doesn't matter, and there's no such thing as a "math person."
"Good at math" means something different than it used to, for good reason.
Math in classrooms today looks a lot different than the math most adults learned when they were kids, and that can be frustrating. This video helps explain why that is.
A 2-page list of statements describing the way math class should be, from a noted Stanford researcher named Jo Boaler.
Traditional math methods (memorization and procedural practice) aren't enough to equip students for 21st-century challenges.
Brief explanations of common math problems and models in today's math classes, to help parents understand how they work.
STANDARDS FOR MATHEMATICAL PRACTICE
The Standards for Mathematical Practice help students learn to think like mathematicians—to apply mathematics to solve real-world problems, be resourceful, reason about numbers, and explain and defend their answers.
st maTH AT HOME - NOW FREE!
st maTH AT HOME - NOW FREE!
This award-winning, high-quality online math program is available for FREE to families! The offer is available for grades PreK through 8. It transforms the major concepts of the math curriculum into puzzles that students enjoy solving.
Learning Trajectories is an excellent resource if you want to learn more about how children learn math, from birth to age 8. There is a ton of information here--games and activities, what order children learn about math, and things you can do to help. (Free registration required to view most of the content.)
What is Growth Mindset? How can it help with learning math?
What is Growth Mindset? How can it help with learning math?
Check out MindsetKit.org to find out, and to help you teach and foster the best mindset for learning.
Research Evidence on the Best Ways to Learn Math Facts
Research Evidence on the Best Ways to Learn Math Facts
By Jo Boaler, Professor of Mathematics Education, co-founder youcubed
With the help of Cathy Williams, co-founder youcubed & Amanda Confer, Stanford University
IGNITE TALK: There is a difference, by graham fletcher
IGNITE TALK: There is a difference, by graham fletcher
The difference between learning basic facts "from memory" and memorizing them. It's about flexibility and understanding, not just spitting out a number!
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