Mathematics facts are important but the memorization of math facts through times …
Mathematics facts are important but the memorization of math facts through times table repetition, practice and timed testing is unnecessary and damaging. Math facts, themselves, are a small part of mathematics and they are best learned through the use of numbers in different ways and situations. Unfortunately many classrooms focus on math facts in unproductive ways, giving students the impression that math facts are the essence of mathematics, and, even worse that the fast recall of math facts is what it means to be a strong mathematics student. Both of these ideas are wrong and it is critical that we remove them from classrooms, as they play a large role in the production of math anxious and disaffected students.
Inspiring Math Success for all Students through Growth Mindsets and Innovative Teaching …
Inspiring Math Success for all Students through Growth Mindsets and Innovative Teaching
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