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Deb's Mathematics Blog January 2009 Archive

By Deb Russell, About.com Guide to Mathematics since 2002

Graphing Calculator Online (Beta)

Saturday January 31, 2009
It's as easy to use as typing in one or more equations and then click the Graph button. For multiple equations, use the semicolon to separate them. As you ... Read More

New Worksheets This Week

Monday January 26, 2009
Early algebra requires you to simplify radicals. These 3 worksheets require either addition or subtraction to simplify the radicals. You'll find 10 questions per worksheet and the answers are on ... Read More

Are You Up For A REAL Mathematical Challenge?

Friday January 23, 2009
Although there are many unsolved mathematical problems, Wolfram Math World lists these 16 problems as outstanding, some more prominent than others. A hint: You might just need more than this ... Read More

Can Babies Learn Math?

Tuesday January 20, 2009
Some reserach suggests that babies are probably more capable of learning math, more so than we ever previously thought possible. The book's author uses a system of colored dots as ... Read More

Better Eating = Better Math Performance

Saturday January 17, 2009
What's the easiest way to improve your math scores you ask? Eat healthier! A study done by Arthur Agatston, a cardiologist and creator of the popular South Beach ... Read More

Free Coordinate Grid and Graphing Paper

Thursday January 15, 2009
No time to run to the store? No problem, all you need is a printer. You'll find: 4 - 10 x 10 Coordinate Grids 1 Large 20 x 20 Coordinate Grid ... Read More

How Many Zero's are in......

Monday January 12, 2009
What comes after a trillion? How many 0s are in a trillion? How many zeros are in Googol or Googleplex? For the answers to how many 0's are in.......this reference ... Read More

3 Quick Steps: Model, Practice, Reinforce

Friday January 9, 2009
When you are trying to help learners of any age with the various concepts in mathematics, a quick strategy to remember is Model, Practice and Reinforce. To model, means think ... Read More

New Worksheets This Week.....

Wednesday January 7, 2009
This week you'll find 9 worksheets (with answers on the 2nd page) on Reducing Fractions to their lowest terms. Something to remember when reducing fractions is to be sure ... Read More

Who Was Karl Arbeiter Talking About?

Saturday January 3, 2009
“You're aware the boy failed my grade school math class, I take it? And not that many years later he's teaching college. Now I ask you: Is that the sorriest ... Read More

Asian Students Top the TIMSS Scores Again

Thursday January 1, 2009
Once again with the release of the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), global assessments in math and science, the Asian students top the charts. TIMSS is one ... Read More

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