“We are all Math People!”

In his book “How the Brain Learns Mathematics”, Dr. David Sousa presents the findings of recent research on the brain and mathematics learning. He discusses the results of the studies of neuroscience and cognitive psychology that can inform the teaching of mathematics. He also focuses on the importance of giving meaning, making connections during learning […]

What’s Happening on the Stairs?

A thorough understanding of basic number facts and arithmetical operations, as well as a solid knowledge of number properties and number relationships, is an essential prerequisite element to develop mental computation skills. Indeed, mental computation needs to be viewed as a sequence that starts from the kindergarten and develops over the years, and as a […]

What is a Math “Dynamic” Routine?

Procedural fluency is one of the five strands of mathematical proficiency: conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, strategic competence, adaptive reasoning, and productive disposition, and it is defined as the skill in carrying out procedures flexibly, accurately, efficiently, and appropriately. Knowing that these strands are interwoven and interdependent, the question is how to develop a balanced curriculum […]