/teaching-learning/mathematics Mathematics en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:19:56 GMT /events/webinar/how-an-inquiry-based-approach-transforms-math-learning Transform math learning with an approach that empowers students to become active, engaged learners. Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:19:56 GMT /events/webinar/how-an-inquiry-based-approach-transforms-math-learning /teaching-learning/what-happened-when-a-district-put-struggling-students-in-regular-algebra/2024/10 In de-tracked classes with specially trained teachers, some struggling students saw their performance accelerate. Thu, 17 Oct 2024 20:04:31 GMT /teaching-learning/what-happened-when-a-district-put-struggling-students-in-regular-algebra/2024/10 /teaching-learning/heres-how-all-students-can-learn-to-enjoy-word-problems/2024/10 Teachers should weave students' cultural context into word problems, says math expert David Dai. Wed, 16 Oct 2024 18:07:59 GMT /teaching-learning/heres-how-all-students-can-learn-to-enjoy-word-problems/2024/10 /teaching-learning/word-problems-get-a-bad-rap-in-math-class-heres-how-to-get-them-right/2024/10 Kevin Dykema, a math expert, shares strategies for teachers to help students tackle word problems. Tue, 15 Oct 2024 19:39:45 GMT /teaching-learning/word-problems-get-a-bad-rap-in-math-class-heres-how-to-get-them-right/2024/10 /teaching-learning/can-kindergarten-math-lay-the-foundation-for-algebra-new-study-aims-to-find-out/2024/10 Teaching algebraic thinking skills early—like generalizing, representing, and reasoning—can set students up for success, researchers say. Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:32:34 GMT /teaching-learning/can-kindergarten-math-lay-the-foundation-for-algebra-new-study-aims-to-find-out/2024/10 /teaching-learning/fractions-are-tough-to-teach-and-to-learn-these-strategies-can-help/2024/10 Here's how teachers can build students' conceptual understanding. Mon, 07 Oct 2024 20:22:49 GMT /teaching-learning/fractions-are-tough-to-teach-and-to-learn-these-strategies-can-help/2024/10 /teaching-learning/teaching-fractions-try-visuals-and-conversations-not-tricks/2024/10 Kevin Dykema, a math expert, shares key strategies for teaching the complicated topic of fractions. Mon, 07 Oct 2024 20:13:33 GMT /teaching-learning/teaching-fractions-try-visuals-and-conversations-not-tricks/2024/10 /teaching-learning/math-has-its-own-language-how-can-students-learn-to-speak-it/2024/09 Math language and content knowledge are deeply intertwined, educators say. Fri, 27 Sep 2024 20:08:51 GMT /teaching-learning/math-has-its-own-language-how-can-students-learn-to-speak-it/2024/09 /teaching-learning/teaching-math-a-resource-guide/2024/09 See more than two dozen resources on math instruction from Education Week's new mini-course on that topic. Wed, 25 Sep 2024 13:39:48 GMT /teaching-learning/teaching-math-a-resource-guide/2024/09 /teaching-learning/math-fluency-is-all-about-problem-solving-do-we-teach-it-that-way/2024/09 Researcher Bethany Rittle-Johnson shares strategies for how teachers can help students develop a deeper understanding of math. Wed, 25 Sep 2024 13:24:58 GMT /teaching-learning/math-fluency-is-all-about-problem-solving-do-we-teach-it-that-way/2024/09 /teaching-learning/ai-gets-math-wrong-sometimes-how-teachers-deal-with-its-shortcomings/2024/09 Teachers discussed how they handle the technology’s errors—and sometimes, use these flaws to their advantage. Fri, 20 Sep 2024 20:45:09 GMT /teaching-learning/ai-gets-math-wrong-sometimes-how-teachers-deal-with-its-shortcomings/2024/09 /teaching-learning/learn-how-to-teach-math-better-in-just-5-weeks/2024/09 Sign up for our free email mini-course to help you tackle the trickiest math topics. Mon, 16 Sep 2024 20:05:39 GMT /teaching-learning/learn-how-to-teach-math-better-in-just-5-weeks/2024/09 /teaching-learning/video-this-basketball-board-game-is-getting-students-engaged-in-math/2024/08 By making math a fun, sports-based game, students of all levels are engaging with the subject. Thu, 15 Aug 2024 17:05:10 GMT /teaching-learning/video-this-basketball-board-game-is-getting-students-engaged-in-math/2024/08 /teaching-learning/opinion-how-teachers-can-improve-their-math-instruction/2024/08 Educators know there’s always more to learn, for themselves and their students. These posts share ways to build on their teaching savvy. Fri, 09 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-how-teachers-can-improve-their-math-instruction/2024/08 /teaching-learning/do-timed-tasks-really-worsen-math-anxiety/2024/08 The findings of new research counter long-held positions about fluency drills in math. Wed, 07 Aug 2024 20:12:22 GMT /teaching-learning/do-timed-tasks-really-worsen-math-anxiety/2024/08 /teaching-learning/a-district-is-making-a-huge-bet-on-one-math-curriculum-to-improve-achievement/2024/06 The nation's largest school district has launched a new initiative to address students’ gaps in math proficiency. Thu, 27 Jun 2024 19:52:53 GMT /teaching-learning/a-district-is-making-a-huge-bet-on-one-math-curriculum-to-improve-achievement/2024/06 /teaching-learning/top-10-challenges-to-teaching-math-and-science-using-real-problems/2024/05 Teachers cite lack of time and insufficient professional development as barriers to teaching STEM using a problem-solving approach. Thu, 30 May 2024 16:20:25 GMT /teaching-learning/top-10-challenges-to-teaching-math-and-science-using-real-problems/2024/05 /teaching-learning/teachers-are-evenly-divided-on-the-best-way-to-teach-math/2024/05 Educators are divided as to whether students learn math best through procedures or from solving real-world problems. Thu, 30 May 2024 16:01:09 GMT /teaching-learning/teachers-are-evenly-divided-on-the-best-way-to-teach-math/2024/05 /teaching-learning/young-students-gravitate-to-math-how-teachers-can-build-on-that-curiosity/2024/05 A focus on rich, real-world problems makes math more interesting, relevant, and enticing to students. Tue, 28 May 2024 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/young-students-gravitate-to-math-how-teachers-can-build-on-that-curiosity/2024/05 /teaching-learning/4-questions-to-boost-algebra-gains-for-middle-schoolers/2024/05 More than 1 in 3 public school students now takes Algebra 1 in middle school. Here's how to make sure they succeed in this gatekeeper class. Fri, 17 May 2024 20:44:40 GMT /teaching-learning/4-questions-to-boost-algebra-gains-for-middle-schoolers/2024/05 /teaching-learning/teacher-group-wants-a-focus-on-low-math-performance-too/2024/05 A teacher-led nonprofit releases recommendations focus on how to avoid “math aversion” in middle school. Fri, 10 May 2024 21:04:38 GMT /teaching-learning/teacher-group-wants-a-focus-on-low-math-performance-too/2024/05 /events/webinar/science-of-learning-math Explore the advantages of access in math education, including engagement, improved learning outcomes, and equity. Thu, 09 May 2024 19:39:18 GMT /events/webinar/science-of-learning-math /events/webinar/math-for-all-strategies-for-inclusive-instruction-and-student-success Looking for ways to make math matter for all your students? Gain strategies that help them make the connection as well as the grade. Wed, 08 May 2024 20:22:52 GMT /events/webinar/math-for-all-strategies-for-inclusive-instruction-and-student-success /teaching-learning/make-math-instruction-better-3-tips-on-how-from-researchers/2024/04 Education Week's Sarah D. Sparks shares three insights on improving math instruction from this year's AERA conference. Thu, 25 Apr 2024 18:29:31 GMT /teaching-learning/make-math-instruction-better-3-tips-on-how-from-researchers/2024/04 /teaching-learning/3-ways-to-strengthen-math-instruction/2024/04 Educators offered advice on how teachers can make math seem more relevant and engaging. Fri, 19 Apr 2024 18:59:22 GMT /teaching-learning/3-ways-to-strengthen-math-instruction/2024/04 /events/webinar/breaking-the-cycle-how-districts-are-turning-around-dismal-math-scores Math myth: 69´«Ă˝ just aren't good at it? Join us & learn how districts are boosting math scores. Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:46:03 GMT /events/webinar/breaking-the-cycle-how-districts-are-turning-around-dismal-math-scores /teaching-learning/ready-or-not-for-an-ai-economy-how-u-s-students-stack-up/2024/03 "Artificial intelligence has triggered a global talent race," an expert says, and American students lack the data skills for it. Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:15:53 GMT /teaching-learning/ready-or-not-for-an-ai-economy-how-u-s-students-stack-up/2024/03