Math-Whizz 101: Reports Overview For Schools
Today we are going to take a general look at the robust reporting features of Maths-Whizz for teachers with our very own Head of Product, Natalie. This is great information for teachers and administers who are getting ready for new school year and want to get the most out of Maths-Whizz. As Natalie pointed out, [...]
Read the whole postThe case for practical maths?
A New York Times Op-Ed piece makes the case for maths for life, and not just for the classroom. The article’s authors, Sol Garfunkel and David Mumford, argue strongly in favour of a maths curriculum that exists in relation to the science, engineering, finance (and so on) that it serves every day, and they say [...]
Read the whole postMaths-Whizz Wins Innovation Award at ERA!
Maths-Whizz wins the 2011 Innovation Prize at the Education Resource Awards!
Read the whole postAre we teaching too much?
Young children may learn better by exploring and playing, rather than being instructed, according to new research. How do these findings work with Maths-Whizz and young Maths-Whizzers?
Read the whole postExtra pi for Pi Day
So we’re a little late, and it’s Pi day (March 14th) plus a bit. For those who can’t fathom March 14th as Pi day, think of it as 3.14, the first three digits of pi. It makes more sense if you’re American. Read a fun fact and listen to a lovely song, all about pi.
Read the whole postProud to be innumerate?
In a UK report which looks at the limited impact of the money spent on the the Skills for Life programme, author Dame Mary Marsh points out that poor numeracy is somehow far less shameful than poor literacy, and calls for a cultural shift in the nation’s attitude to maths.
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