Posts Tagged teaching
When Teaching, Multiplication Just Doesn’t Add Up
Teaching multiplication is a case in point, this is because it involves merging new information and ability with the knowledge the children have previously acquired (in particular, addition skills).
We will look at two studies that observed developmental changes in the understanding of mathematics then teaching multiplication. These are the changes in the children’s comprehension of mathematics between single-digit addition and simple multiplication.
The first study dealt with teaching multiplication to third-graders, fifth-graders, and adults. The subjects performed simple addition or multiplication in mixed- and blocked-operations formats. There were substantial interfering effects from related knowledge found at all age levels, believe it or not. However, these problems were much more apparent in the younger children tested.
From this we can conclude that in the early stages of teaching multiplication, one consequence of learning something new is trying to separate the newer skill from an earlier, related skill, less recently studied. In teaching multiplication we considered error tendencies that supported the problem we addressed—the problem of integrating operations. This is definitely a prominent issue even in the early stages.
Related posts
Are You A Good Candidate For An Online Degree?
In today’s world, an online degree is your gateway to education that is fast, convenient and reliable. It does not impose any restrictions on you in terms of time, location or age. Some claim that an online degree is “education right at you doorstep”…………….BUT WAIT……does it work for everyone?
Before you enroll into an online degree program, ensure that you are a good candidate for such a program. Here is what you need to know:
1. A good candidate for an online degree needs to be self motivated
If you are self motivated enough to assume the learning responsibility and monitor your goals, an online degree is the right choice for you. In an online college, there shall be no one who would ensure that you do your work on time, attend your classes or finish your assignments. You should be to be driven by the urge to learn and should not need a teacher to supervise your activities.
Related posts
When Teaching, Multiplication Just Doesn't Add Up
Teaching multiplication is a case in point, this is because it involves merging new information and ability with the knowledge the children have previously acquired (in particular, addition skills).
We will look at two studies that observed developmental changes in the understanding of mathematics then teaching multiplication. These are the changes in the children’s comprehension of mathematics between single-digit addition and simple multiplication.
The first study dealt with teaching multiplication to third-graders, fifth-graders, and adults. The subjects performed simple addition or multiplication in mixed- and blocked-operations formats. There were substantial interfering effects from related knowledge found at all age levels, believe it or not. However, these problems were much more apparent in the younger children tested.
From this we can conclude that in the early stages of teaching multiplication, one consequence of learning something new is trying to separate the newer skill from an earlier, related skill, less recently studied. In teaching multiplication we considered error tendencies that supported the problem we addressed—the problem of integrating operations. This is definitely a prominent issue even in the early stages.
Related posts
The 5 Greatest Pros of Homeschooling
This article describes my experience as a homeschooler. Please, don’t jump on me for only only putting the pros in the title of this article and saying nothing about the cons of homeschooling. Each one of the 5 topics I will discuss could either be considered a pro or con depending on how you look at it. Either way I am glad I was homeschooled.
1.Parents
I can’t stress enough how much parents have to do with the process of homeschooling. Parents can either be the greatest con or one of the greatest pros of homeschooling, depending on how much effort they put into there children. If a parent is considering homeschooling then this is the most important consideration. Are they willing to spend the time needed with there children or not? It is without a doubt a full time job.
As a young child I was a fairly slow learner. Reading was the worst. I would get headaches while straining to figure out what word I was staring at. Fortunately, I was blessed to grow up in a home where my parents loved and cared for me. My mom was even able to be a stay at home mom. Despite my complaining, they kept with me. Listen closely, this is one of the greatest pros of homeschooling, they spent tons of quality one-on-one time teaching me how to think logically, how to read and how to write. As they kept with me even reading became easier. Parents get the benefit of being a greater influence in there child’s life. The time spent with my parents is beneficial to this day and as a result I have a better relationship with my parents then I ever would have without the benefit of homeschooling.
Because of the fact that as a child I was a bit slow, I started school a year late. Actually, I went to both pre-school and kindergarten before my parents made the decision to homeschool both me and another sibling. Though, I started school a year late I completed my Associates Science degree the same summer I turned 19. I contribute this success largely to the one-on-one time my parents spent with me. As a result of the hours of one-on-one time spent with my parents I have not only learned to read (without those terrible headaches) but I was even able to receive a full ride scholarship to the University of Toledo for Computer Science and Engineering.
Related posts
Home Schooling Curriculum – It's Your Choice – Be Sure To Choose Well
Finding the Right Curriculum
When choosing a curriculum, you need to keep in mind your teaching style and the learning style of your child. Some children work best with a lot of structure – others don’t. Some parents will find that a specific method works across all subjects – others won’t. In the beginning, you may not find “the” right answer for your child. You will have to pick something to start, based on your understanding of you and your child, and then you will have to experiment a bit.
Keep in mind that you ALWAYS have the option of making a change. If something you are doing is not working – then stop and do something else. Unlike a public school, you do not need to go through a committee and have it approved! You simply see that it is not working and make a change. Sometimes the change can be quite small, like allowing more freedom of choice for daily activities, and sometimes it can be quite large, like a decision to quit using a particular curriculum. Either way, the choice is yours!
There are three main curriculum choices available to you as a homeschooler.
Related posts