Mathacognitive
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Holyoke, Massachusetts, United States
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My students left school as teenagers, before that they mostly went to schools that struggled and where they struggled. They’re back as adults, and balancing work, kids, family, life and school. They’re determined (and awesome, in my humble opinion) but they’re not necessarily convinced they can learn math.
My job is to convince them otherwise (and then help them learn enough math to get a high school credential). We blend math with learning about learning, and try to build structures that will help every student become a confident, successful math learner.
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Reading Algebra - Intepret & Create Equivalent Variable Expressions HSA.SSE.A.1
Why are there letters? Why isn't there a times sign? Why does it look like a fraction? You’ve likely heard these questions too. For many students -- particularly those with math anxiety or interrupted math educations -- the first hurdle to doing algebra, is simply getting comfortable interpreting and creating algebraic expressions, using the appropriate standards and conventions. Each work set in this pack addresses the same skills and content; differentiate by offering formats with more or l
7th - 10th, Adult Education
Algebra, Math
CCSS
HSA-SSE.A.1
, HSA-SSE.A.1a
, HSA-SSE.A.2
+4
Also included in: Algebraic Expressions - Interpret, Identify and Create Equivalent Forms
Exponent + Scientific Notation Card Bundle: Almost 200 cards, 13 micro skills
Two great card sets to explore exponent skills... both with options, alternative facilitations and differentiation possibilities. Exponent Card Sort PackMix and Match Card Sort Pack! Includes 7 exponent skills (expanded form, evaluating, writing, perfect squares, 0/1 powers, variable bases, scientific notation) and all the materials you need for a classic card sort or concentration + materials for students to create their own cards. 140 cards, printable and electronic templates and student m
6th - 10th, Adult Education
Algebra, Math
CCSS
5.NBT.A.2
, 6.EE.A.1
, 6.EE.B.6
+1
Reading Algebra - Intepret & Create Equivalent Variable Expressions HSA.SSE.A.1
Why are there letters? Why isn't there a times sign? Why does it look like a fraction? You’ve likely heard these questions too. For many students -- particularly those with math anxiety or interrupted math educations -- the first hurdle to doing algebra, is simply getting comfortable interpreting and creating algebraic expressions, using the appropriate standards and conventions. Each work set in this pack addresses the same skills and content; differentiate by offering formats with mo
7th - 10th, Adult Education
Algebra, Math
CCSS
HSA-SSE.A.1
, HSA-SSE.A.1a
, HSA-SSE.A.2
+4
Also included in: Algebraic Expressions - Interpret, Identify and Create Equivalent Forms
Algebraic Expressions - Interpret, Identify and Create Equivalent Forms
Why are there letters? Why isn't there a times sign? Why does it look like a fraction? You’ve likely heard these questions too. For many students -- particularly those with math anxiety or interrupted math educations -- the first hurdle to doing algebra, is simply getting comfortable interpreting and creating algebraic expressions, using the appropriate conventions and notation. Help students master the basics and move on to new skills by combining a card sort with differentiated practice
7th - 10th, Adult Education
Algebra, Math
CCSS
HSA-SSE.A.1
, HSA-SSE.A.1a
, HSA-SSE.A.2
+4
Area: Finding and Unknown Side. Geometry or Intro Equations
Introduce one variable equations with a concrete application: finding the unknown side of a rectangle with a known area. Students can practice algebraic notation, variables and inverse operations by assembling card sets with visual representations, multiplication equations, division equations and the value of the unknown side. Or, simply practice geometry and solidify understanding of area, inverse operations, multiplication, division and multiple representations of math concepts. Use the ca
3rd - 10th, Adult Education
Algebra, Geometry
CCSS
3.MD.C.7
, 3.MD.C.7b
, 4.MD.A.3
+1
Also included in: Area Bundle: Find Unknown Sides and Build Compound Shapes
Equivalent Expressions: Card Sort + Task Cards + Class Plan HSA.SSE.A.1
Introductory activity to students get comfortable interpreting the conventions and notation of algebraic expressions including: coefficients, variables, terms and exponents. Why are there letters? Why isn't there a times sign? Why does it look like a fraction? If you’ve taught algebra, you’ve likely heard these questions too. For many students -- particularly those with math anxiety or interrupted math educations -- the first hurdle to doing algebra, is simply reading algebra. Practice identif
8th - 10th, Adult Education
Algebra, Math
CCSS
HSA-SSE.A.1a
, HSA-SSE.B.3
, MP2
+1
Also included in: Algebraic Expressions - Interpret, Identify and Create Equivalent Forms
Like Terms: Intro Lesson Plan + Slides + Student Work + Answer Key 7.EE.A
I love using this Mad TV video to introduce combining like terms</a> with humor (and address the persistent "why?" question in many students' minds)This introductory lesson helps structure a discussion to move from the silliness of the comedy sketch, to the value and concept of combining like terms. This lesson plan includes: Complete lesson planSlides to facilitate group discussionStudent work / Independent PracticeAnswer KeysExtension Worksheet + Answer KeyStudents will practice movi
6th - 9th, Adult Education
Algebra, Math
CCSS
6.EE.A.2
, 6.EE.A.2a
, 6.EE.A.3
+7
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About the store
Experience
My students left school as teenagers, before that they mostly went to schools that struggled and where they struggled. They’re back as adults, and balancing work, kids, family, life and school. They’re determined (and awesome, in my humble opinion) but they’re not necessarily convinced they can learn math.
My job is to convince them otherwise (and then help them learn enough math to get a high school credential). We blend math with learning about learning, and try to build structures that will help every student become a confident, successful math learner.
Teaching style
I believe that we all need to learn how to learn, and that we can do this without taking (always precious!) time away from content.
My lessons combine math learning, with learning about learning, study skills, metacognition, and neuroscience.
I don't believe in one-size-fits-all, so I give you options to customize my materials to your students.
My own education history
I was that girl. Smart, good in school, and somewhere around sine waves and that teacher I didn’t like but had two years in a row, I decided I wasn’t a math person. I was a social sciences person, I was going to save the world, and I didn’t see how calculus was going to help with that.
Years later, a volunteer gig in a GED class showed me there was joy to be found in teaching adults and the intellectual and interpersonal challenge of convincing them that they were math people. Or at least, capable math learners.
One career change later, I teach math, but really I think about brains and learning, about anxiety, efficacy and metacognition. In short, about the human side of math class
Additional biographical information
I blog about teaching, learning and math at mathacognitive.com.
Connect with me there, on twitter (mathacognitive) or subscribe to receive email updates: http://eepurl.com/gQ9I45
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