Think Inside the Box (Part 1): Using the Box with Numbers
The “box” or tabular method of multiplication is a great way for elementary, middle, and high school students to make…
Why Do We Still Use Graphing Calculators?
Last week, National Public Radio’s Morning Edition published a story called “Why the Graphing Calculator Hasn’t Changed Much Since 1994.” The story…
DeltaMath: An Innovative Website for Student Practice
One of the most difficult things for math teachers to do when writing lessons is finding enough time for students…
My Insider’s Perspective on New York’s Regents Exams
New York State’s Regents Exams have been in the news recently. Last month, the New York State Education Department (NYSED)…
Revisions to Common Core Standards Released
Today, the New York State Education Department released revisions to the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and…
EdWeek Article on EngageNY
An article published in EdWeek today describes a RAND study of teachers who use the EngageNY web site’s materials for…