I know there has been some research to indicate that playing chess improves math performance. If this is true (and I for one am inclined to believe it is), then ... Read More

I am quite the fan of MathType software (equation editor) and currently have version 5. I use it with MS Word for the most part when I'm creating worksheets for ... Read More

I'm often asked if it's reasonable to expect to learn Algebra (among other math concepts) on your own. Believe it or not, all you really need is motivation and commitment. ... Read More

Formulas that is! Should students be given the formulas prior to exams, standardized assessments and tests? I for one believe that they should. Most often the real math is when the ... Read More

I hear you! It just seems that kids today don't commit the multiplication tables to memory like they used to. Truly nfortunate too as there appears to be some research ... Read More

Are you wondering what type of math concepts you'll be facing next year? Why not check out what typical courses of study or curricula indicate on a grade by grade ... Read More

What a great activity to have young learners do over the summer! Did that final report say 'commit those math facts to memory'? If so, here's a terrific activity ... Read More

Anything that is reviewed and done regularly always gets easier. This holds true with algebra too. To truly have a conceptual understanding of it, just keep doing it! Here are ... Read More

As I was involved in interviews for new teachers yesterday, I was thrilled to note that many of the candidates commented on the power of having a positive attitude to ... Read More