Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 6, 2024

There’s always been something mystically cerebral about people in technical professions like engineering, science, and mathematics. They talk animatedly about plate tectonics, debate the structure of atoms, even smile at the mention of calculus. School lore probably says they can drop a pin through a straw without touching the sides.

Artificial Intelligence 322

Artificial Intelligence Calculus Equality Curriculum 322

ED Surge

JANUARY 17, 2023

It was from his dean, who said that the department had inspected their freshman calculus course, “Calculus for Life Sciences.” This ultimately led to a new introductory life sciences math course, Mathematics for Life Sciences (the LS 30 series). The traditional calculus coursework, to people like Garfinkel, is totally outdated.

Calculus 306

Calculus Math Science Sciences 306

ED Surge

MARCH 4, 2024

When Pierrce Holmes entered ninth grade, his school put him in 9C, a lower-level algebra class. Which students get to attempt intellectually stimulating courses like calculus may rely in part on where they attend high school rather than just their aptitude for math, according to a new study. Oh, do you want to try?

Math 259

Math Algebra Calculus Mathematics 259

ED Surge

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Fueling them is the most recent results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), which showed historical losses in math education. billion in the hopes of closing achievement gaps in K-12 math education. Math Wars This isn’t the Gates Foundation’s first foray into remolding the American education system.

Math 249

Math Algebra Calculus Achievement 249

ED Surge

DECEMBER 20, 2021

In my experience as a middle and high school math specialist, I’ve rarely heard any adults (including math teachers) report many positive memories of their early experiences with math at school. I’m not talking about people choosing not to study calculus. More than 90 percent of elementary school teachers are female.

Math 345

Math Elementary Mathematics Calculus 345

ED Surge

MARCH 20, 2024

Brian Johnsrud Global Head of Education Learning and Advocacy at Adobe The past two years have witnessed a notable surge in the use of artificial intelligence within education, marked by increased investment, deployment and integration into various educational practices. That end-to-end process is creative thinking.

Creativity 290

Creativity Artificial Intelligence Economics Accessibility 290

ED Surge

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

That’s the argument of Peter Liljedahl, a professor of mathematics education at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, who has spent years researching what works in teaching. These are the students who end up hitting a wall when math courses move from easier algebra to more advanced concepts in, say, calculus, he argues. “At

Research 349

Research Research Teaching Calculus 349

Newton STEM

DECEMBER 18, 2022

The Newton Schools Foundation ‘s Year-End Annual Appeal seeks funds to support innovative programs in Newton Public Schools. The math coach and interventionist at each school will also be involved for students to ask for help/clarification as well as recognizing the students who have completed the challenge work.

Calculus 45

Calculus Schooling Mathematics Math 45

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 10, 2023

They talk animatedly about plate tectonics, debate the structure of atoms, even smile at the mention of calculus. School lore probably says they can drop a pin through a straw without touching the sides. This article got lots of reads last year, so am republishing with updates. Find a clever tie-in to your topic.

Calculus 255

Calculus Computer Mathematics Curriculum 255

ED Surge

JANUARY 24, 2024

She says she’s not a math person, but she was able to pass her high school math classes without too much trouble, earning Cs. But in college, where she’s a business major, calculus is proving insurmountable. And it also helps teachers to develop key knowledge and skills they need for teaching mathematics.

Math 312

Math Calculus Mathematics Research 312

ED Surge

MAY 8, 2023

That’s the question the middle school class was struggling to answer. Fractions hadn’t really connected with the students, says John Barclay, a teacher in Richmond Public Schools in Virginia. So I’ve been wondering: What do we know about the science behind good math education? Is 2/7ths larger than 4/11ths? Or even newer math ?)

Math 276

Math Algebra Elementary Critical Thinking 276

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 3, 2021

There’s always been something mystically cerebral about people in technical professions like engineering, science, and mathematics. They talk animatedly about plate tectonics, debate the structure of atoms, even smile at the mention of calculus. School lore probably says they can drop a pin through a straw without touching the sides.

Calculus 400

Calculus Computer Mathematics Curriculum 400

STEM Education Works

MAY 6, 2024

The term “math anxiety” is becoming an increasingly common term at an alarming rate in education literature as students who struggle with the subject continue to express low confidence. Because of this, it’s important for instructors to be able to explain mathematical concepts from multiple angles for students who are struggling.

Math 52

Math Calculus Mathematics Algebra 52

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 2, 2022

Why tech and the teacher who manages it in your school has become more important than ever. There’s always been something mystically cerebral about people in technical professions like engineering, science, and mathematics. They talk animatedly about plate tectonics, debate the structure of atoms, even smile at the mention of calculus.

Calculus 277

Calculus Computer Mathematics Curriculum 277

Futurum

JULY 13, 2022

Numbers and networks: how can we use mathematics to assess the resilience of global supply chains? At Brigham Young University in the US, Dr Zach Boyd is using his mathematical skills to determine how best to protect our supply chains. BUILDING MATHEMATICAL MODELS. FIELD OF RESEARCH: Mathematics. Published: July 13, 2022.

Mathematics 82

Mathematics Artificial Intelligence Math Research 82

PCS Edventures

MARCH 4, 2020

Whether you agree with the theory that mathematics exists for humans to discover or that it is a man-made tool, numeric systems designed to measure the world around us serve as the foundation for scientific and technological advancement. Calculus , which calculates rates of change and infinites. What is Math?

Mathematics 52

Mathematics Energy Architecture Government 52

The Maker Mom

JANUARY 17, 2024

Any of these math platforms serve as a great addition to an in-school curriculum or as a standalone lesson plan. World Scholars Academy World Scholars Academy hosts a two-week intensive mathematics course for kids 15-18, administered by a doctoral candidate from Cambridge, Evgeny Goncharov.

Math 52

Math Calculus Algebra Problem Solving 52

National Science Foundation

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Board of Education of Topeka (1954), the landmark ruling that established racially segregated schools unconstitutional. Board of Education decision undoubtedly serves as a key moment in the history of U.S. In May 2024, the country will see the 70 th anniversary of Brown v. The Brown v. While the direct impact of Brown v.

Education 52

Education Education Mathematics Computer Science 52

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 22, 2020

There’s always been something mystical about people in technical professions–engineering, science, mathematics. They talk animatedly about plate tectonics, debate the structure of mathematical functions, even smile at the mention of calculus. Class screens became more norm than abnorm(al).

Calculus 240

Calculus Mathematics Computer Curriculum 240

STEM Everyday Podcast

OCTOBER 8, 2022

Libo Valencia is a mathematics educator in New York with over a dozen years of experience. Libo is a passionate teacher who strongly believes that understanding mathematics can help all students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills that can be utilized outside the classroom. Geogebra: geogebra.org.

Math 52

Math Calculus STEM Algebra 52

ED Surge

APRIL 23, 2024

Around this time four years ago, a seismic event was rippling across education. In April 2020, teachers were beginning to realize that their schools’ closures would not be all that temporary. They’d need to make do with haphazard plans for distance learning through the end of the school year — perhaps longer. For the past 1.5

Teaching 215

Teaching Algebra Math Schooling 215

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 3, 2020

There’s always been something mystically cerebral about people in technical professions like engineering, science, and mathematics. They talk animatedly about plate tectonics, debate the structure of atoms, even smile at the mention of calculus. School lore probably says they can drop a pin through a straw without touching the sides.

Calculus 221

Calculus Computer Mathematics Curriculum 221

STEM Education Guide

MARCH 8, 2023

If you’re wondering whether students should enroll in STEM programs for high school, the short answer is yes. Nearly all facets of life depend on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Without further ado, let’s delve into a few compelling reasons why high school students should enroll in a STEM course. What Is STEM?

STEM 52

STEM Schooling Problem Solving Engineering 52

STEM Sport

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

As the leaves begin to change and cooler temperatures arrive, it is the perfect opportunity for educators and parents to incorporate autumn-themed STEM activities into their curriculum and at-home learning. Educational Benefit: This activity introduces kindergarten students to the concept of weight, measurement, and estimation.

STEM 98

STEM Energy Chemistry Mathematics 98

STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 28, 2023

As an aspiring STEM teacher, I’ve often felt like a lone astronaut navigating the vast universe of education. In this article, we will explore the benefits of online workshops for educators like myself, delve into key topics covered, and discover the tools and resources that enhance our instruction.

STEM 52

STEM OER Education Education 52

The Maker Mom

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Children who participate in mathematics contests and competitions with other students their age can see some real benefits from their participation. Thanks to the cooperative nature of the study of mathematics, there are plenty of good-spirited contests for kids to join.

Math 52

Math Mathematics Problem Solving Algebra 52

STEM Education Guide

MARCH 8, 2023

It’s no secret that the exposure of students to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) can positively impact the future of the world and their futures. However, one thing that’s often overlooked is computer science education, an incredibly essential subject and skill in today’s digital era. Is Computer Science Stem?

Computer Science 52

Computer Science Computer Science Sciences 52

Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Professor Emeritus at the University of Virginia’s School of Education and Human Development. Professor Emeritus at the University of Virginia’s School of Education and Human Development where she served as Chair of Educational Leadership, Foundations, and Policy, and Co-Director of the University’s Institutes on Academic Diversity.

Elementary 204

Elementary Math Mathematics Teaching 204

Jacobs Physics

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Yes, I'm personally fluent enough in mathematical notation that I can quickly describe conceptually how a change in a physical situation would affect the calculation. Physics Education Research has provided abundant, replicable evidence that the vast majority of students are nowhere near as fluent.

Energy 40

Energy Algebra Mathematics Physics 40

Robert Talbert, Ph.D.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Here's the one from Winter 2021 for calculus and here's the one for modern algebra. This semester I taught two sections of Discrete Structures for Computer Science 1, an entry-level course for Computer Science majors on the mathematical foundations of computing.

Mathematics 52

Mathematics Algebra Communications Computer Science 52

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 10, 2017

STEM is the acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Mathematics happens everywhere–at the grocery store, the bank, the family budget, the affirmative nod from parents to update a child’s computer to their agreement to add apps from the app store. These four topics cover every aspect of our life.

STEM 184

STEM Teaching Engineering Mathematics 184

National Science Foundation

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

In its current form, school algebra serves as a gatekeeper to higher-level mathematics. Researchers and policy makers have pushed to open that gate—providing more students access to algebra, focusing in particular on those students historically denied access to higher-level mathematics. Domina et al., 2015; Dougherty et al.,

Algebra 76

Algebra Mathematics Flexibility Research 76

STEM Sport

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

However, access to high-quality STEM education can debunk this perception. In this article, we will explore the theory that STEM subjects are more challenging and provide solutions for educators and school administrators to effectively engage students in STEM lessons.

STEM 52

STEM Calculus Curriculum Problem Solving 52

Computing Education Research Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

I gave four keynote talks in the last two months, at SIGITE , Models 2021 Educators’ Symposium , VL/HCC , and CSERC. I’m not going to go into the LSA Computing Education effort or Teaspoon languages here. In 1961, the MIT Sloan School held a symposium on “Computers and the World of the Future.” I start out with C.P.

Computer Science 140

Computer Science Computer Science Sciences 140

Futurum

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Kristin’s research spans a wide range of applications and theoretical domains, but the one thing they all have in common is temporal logic – that is, an unambiguous, mathematically precise way of describing and reasoning about systems that change over time. PATHWAY FROM SCHOOL TO TEMPORAL LOGIC. FASCINATING FORMAL METHODS.

Aerospace 98

Aerospace Mathematics Computer Science Research 98

Stephen Wolfram

JANUARY 31, 2023

But by the end of the 1800s, with the existence of molecules increasingly firmly established, the Second Law began to often be treated as an almost-mathematically-proven necessary law of physics. There were still mathematical loose ends, as well as issues such as its application to living systems and to systems involving gravity.

Energy 88

Energy Physics Argumentation Mathematics 88

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 26, 2016

Here are some great suggestions from efriend and math afficionado, Matt Kim: Before I was ever a high school math teacher, I was always a hardcore technophile. It really is an exciting time for technology in education and the tools available to us to use today in our math classes is no exception. Math teachers: This is for you.

Math 170

Math Calculus Schooling Teaching 170