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By Angela McIver October 4, 2023
As I was meeting with my team this morning to refine our unit on fractions, we discussed how even the brightest students become confused about fractions over time.
Mathnasium vs Kumon vs Trapezium Math: Which Program is Better?
By Katy Hellman March 23, 2023
Looking for the best kindergarten math enrichment program? Here’s a guide to help you determine which one is best for your child’s learning needs.
By Angela McIver April 22, 2022
As a former middle school math teacher, one of my biggest challenges was teaching pre-algebra to students who had not developed automatic recall of basic facts. The students who struggled most in my classes were those who could not quickly do math in their heads. Most elementary schools do a poor job of developing this skill.
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By Angela McIver October 4, 2023
As I was meeting with my team this morning to refine our unit on fractions, we discussed how even the brightest students become confused about fractions over time.
Mathnasium vs Kumon vs Trapezium Math: Which Program is Better?
By Katy Hellman March 23, 2023
Looking for the best kindergarten math enrichment program? Here’s a guide to help you determine which one is best for your child’s learning needs.
By Angela McIver April 22, 2022
As a former middle school math teacher, one of my biggest challenges was teaching pre-algebra to students who had not developed automatic recall of basic facts. The students who struggled most in my classes were those who could not quickly do math in their heads. Most elementary schools do a poor job of developing this skill.
By Angela McIver November 19, 2021
For many teachers, the upcoming parent teacher conferences will be the first face-to-face meetings with parents in almost two years. Here are some Do’s and Don’ts as you prepare for your parent teacher conference.
By Angela McIver April 7, 2021
It’s been more than a year since U.S. schools closed and children were relegated to remote learning from their bedrooms and kitchen tables. And, while much attention has been given to what students have lost, little attention is given to what has been gained. If there is one thing the pandemic has taught us, it’s that education models can no longer be based on a one-size-fits all approach. As educators move to re-open schools, School Boards across the country must use what they’ve learned to encourage Districts to reimagine schooling for every student.
By Angela McIver July 20, 2020
The new year started off with such optimism. . . At math club we had commissioned a new Mathemagic play to be debuted in March. We were excited about the Spring Monstermathathon and had solidified our plans for summer camp. But, two seismic events turned everything upside down and forced us to change direction, resulting in the decision to close Trapezium Math Club ... and then to re-open it!
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