Famous author John Green explains how math and literature are not actually so different from each other, because they both have the same end goal of helping us to understand our place in the universe. "Math people, let me tell you that imaginary stories can be every bit as intellectually engaging as imaginary numbers, and literature people, I am here to tell you that set theory is every bit as fascinating and moving and beautiful as The Great Gatsby."
I have started this blog to document, revisit, and hopefully improve upon many of the approaches that have helped me the most over these years. Some of the postings are “mini-lectures” that most of my tutees have probably heard (cue the eye-rolls). Others are musings about the variations in how math seems to be understood or taught.
A very helpful math education blog that contains many good ideas on lesson approaches, resources, and encouragement for math teachers and learners alike.
This online library is designed to give data about a myriad of topics so
that teachers can use them for teaching statistics. I think it could be
helpful for designing story problems in general.
Graphic novels are one way to infuse your lesson plans with literacy to help students comprehend math content. This site lists a few that align specifically with STEM.
As an introduction to our unit on surface area and volume of solids, my students investigated cross-sections of solids through a Play-Doh Cross Sections lab activity. Materials: play-doh, paper plates, dental floss, plastic knife, and ruler.
A great math activity idea that revolves around using Play-Doh to help students learn about solid cross-sections. I've always had a hard time visualizing these types of things, and I wish my teachers had used this lesson idea! I can't wait to try it!