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Fractions Game for Math for Elementary Teachers
This is a game that I made specifically to show to my Math for Elementary Teachers class (I have been making a lot of stuff for the students in that class this semester which is why this blog has been sitting dormant). However, I must say that I am very excited about this game that…
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Finding the Standard Deviation from a Frequency Table
Even after telling my students how to find the Standard Deviation from a Frequency Table using the TI-84 several times in class, there was still some confusion. So, I have broken down and made this 1-page handout. Surprisingly, it was my first time making a handout like this. Finding the Standard Deviation from a Frequency Table
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The Beef Taco Dilemma
This is a problem that I wrote for my statistics class. The objectives for this problem are as follows: 1. Compute percentages. 2. Compute the arithmetic mean. 3. Critically think about whether or not Joe had enough tacos to meet the ‘average’ demand. What I found was some students had a hard time computing the percentages and some…
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FOIL is for BAKED CHICKEN
Here is why I believe that the FOIL method for multiplying two binomial expressions should NOT be used: The underlying premise of the FOIL method is that students must first be able to identify a binomial. However, most instructors do not seem to stress enough that the FOIL method can only be used to multiply…
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PEMDAS is NOT a Word
Here is why I believe that the PEMDAS method for remembering the order of operations should NOT be used: 1. PEMDAS is not a word. In general, I believe that for mnemonic devices to have the greatest impact, they should be easy to remember words. PEMDAS is not easy to remember and PEMDAS is not…
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Upcoming Conferences in Michigan
One of my biggest pet peeves is when I hear instructors complaining about the lack of professional development activities. There are plenty of conferences to attend, wherever you live (I happen to live in Michigan). I honestly believe that one of the keys to a successful teaching career is attending conferences, networking, and building a…
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Jon Oaks 