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A Mathematics Challenge for Tomorrow Kindergarten-Grade 12Students in Seventh-day Adventist schools score close to the national norm in math on standardized tests. Some suggestions for improvement are given in the article, including having student-centered and student-directed classrooms and showing students math... -
Algebra Syllabus - Green Valley School Grade 7-Grade 10Download and use/adapt this small school Algebra syllabus for Grade 8. -
An Annotated List of Web Resources for Math Educators Kindergarten-LifelongA comprehensive list of useful web resources for teachers in K-16 settings. Titles include: Math Forum; MATHCOUNTS; A+ Math; Math Goodies; Exactly How is Math Used in Technology?; Students Math Notes; Texas Instruments Educational Resources; The Grey Labyrinth;... -
Computers and Mathematics - A Revolution in Progress Kindergarten-Grade 12Computer technology has a great capacity to help students with mastery in mathematics through drill and practice or problem solving, using Logo to develop concepts, concentration on problem solving techniques, cooperative learning with computers, and moving... -
Contemporary Ideas for Teaching Secondary-Level Mathematics Grade 9-Grade 12Robert Moore and Ted Hodgson present practical ideas for teaching secondary math classes. These include using mathematical software; letting students teach concepts; emphasizing the connectedness of mathematics; addressing the cognitive and affective components... -
Discovering Geometry Through Patch-Pictures Kindergarten-Grade 8This article discusses the use of geometric shapes to make pictures. Students learn that the 'prime figures' can be combined to make new shapes, and that shapes can overlap. In using their creativity, students can learn and understand aspects of geometry through... -
Engaging Elementary Students in Geometry and Measurement Kindergarten-Grade 8This article shares several activities drawn from a set of 158 lessons which seek to engage students and teachers in active mathematics learning. The activities include: classification of plane figures; classification of space figures; making an inch or centimeter... -
JAE Editorial: Mathematics Education Kindergarten-Grade 12In this special issue on math education, national concerns about education are confronted in the specific context of math education, the dwindling number of qualified teachers, and the adequate preparation of students in SDA schools. Articles in... -
Kuyer Mathematics Online Grade 7-Grade 12This math curriculum "integrates a Christian approach, using mathematics to think about and better understand God, his creation, and our place and calling in the world." The math curriculum has 9 lessons to enrich a high school level mathematics... -
Making Math Meaningful Kindergarten-Grade 8Beverley Bucknor shares many hands-on ideas for teaching math using manipulatives in a multigrade classroom. These include number stories; banking and shopping; sequencing; geoboards; geometry; measurement (using bulletin boards); math labs; and integrating... -
Math 5-8 Syllabus - Green Valley School Grade 5-Grade 8Download and use/adapt this small school Mathematics syllabus for Grades 5-8. -
Mathematics Standards: Who Needs Them? Kindergarten-Grade 12The authors of this article argue in support of the new mathematical standards which allow teachers to create learning environments that promote active involvement in mathematics, and provide opportunities for students to speak and write about mathematics,... -
Revitalizing the Mathematics Learning Environment Kindergarten-Grade 12In the math classroom, the teacher should focus on students understanding concepts rather than overemphasizing obtaining correct answers. Students should be encouraged to look at many ways of solving problems, not merely the 'right one' the teacher provides.... -
Students With Difficulties in Visual/Spatial Perception, Processing, and/or Recall Kindergarten-Grade 12A useful compilation of hands-on, practical suggestions for working with students who have difficulties with visual/spatial perception, auditory perception, vocabulary development, processing, and/or recall. -
Teaching Math in the Multigrade Classroom Kindergarten-Grade 8One of the biggest strengths of a multigrade class is having so many teachers in one place! Older students can help younger ones with concepts the older ones have mastered. This article tells how to implement a peer tutoring system for math in a one-room school... -
The Impact of Language on Mathematical Learning: Implications from Research Kindergarten-Grade 12Research has shown that language skills and mathematical achievement are closely related. This article includes many ideas for working with children who have specific learning problems, such as visual/spatial perception, processing, recall, auditory perception,... -
Writing in the Math Class Kindergarten-Grade 8There is an increased emphasis in writing across the curriculum. This article gives many practical suggestions for incorporating writing in the math class. These suggestions range from explaining processes to writing poems, letters, and story problems.