A few weeks ago I posted a discussion about my concerns for high school students remembering their maths facts. I have been working steadily on this over the last few weeks and wanted to provide an update on my initial successes. The question and answer style format of these questions is working wonderfully! Students are… Continue reading Update on High School Maths Memory
The Naplan (National Assessment Program – Literacy & Numeracy) is held each year during May for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 in Australian schools. Students take part in Reading, Writing, Language Conventions (Spelling, Grammar & Punctuation) and Numeracy tests over the course of three days. Naplan Anxiety Many children can become anxious… Continue reading Naplan Preparation
There are an abundance of "brain training" programs, some of which cost parents thousands of dollars. Whilst many of these have a strong research basis it is difficult for a parent to decide whether to take the leap. Some of the iPad apps can provide a bridge for this, they are much cheaper and if… Continue reading Brain Training Apps
I have been encountered by this statement a lot this week from my students "I just can't remember it all". It's difficult as they have a real fear of the content of maths and genuinely believe it is impossible to remember everything they need. This has left me pondering a solution this week. When I am… Continue reading High School Maths Memory?
