Math Tip: The Branching Method
The Branching Method is an alternative to the Part-Whole Model. It may not be able to completely replace all variations of the Part-Whole Model, but it is still a very useful strategy to learn....
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Math Tip: The Assumption Method
The Guess and Check method is a solid foundation that can be applied to all question types where there are 2 unknown and discrete variables. As such, I insist that all my students master...
The Importance of Units
Mathematics is meaning. As a teacher, I always insist that my students write their units. I do not force them to do this out of convention. Rather, I wish to impress upon my students...
Guess and Check
Most students I’ve encountered shun away from using the Guess and Check strategy. Its name itself is a misnomer and contributes to them misunderstanding how to use the strategy. It’s a powerful strategy that...
BEDMAS – Order of Operations
Bed-what? Well, try this out: (5 + 3 X 4) X 2 – 20 X 2 ÷ (4 + 4) What’s your answer? If you answered 23, you probably ignored the bracket, but at...
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