Chalk & Talk

Ep 3. The Science of Math with Amanda VanDerHeyden

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1. An experimental study found that timed activities do not cause math anxiety, according to Robin Codding, Katie Mackey, and Ann Zeslowski. Their findings indicate that timed activities do not lead to anxiety.
2. Simpler formats like response card interventions and flash card interventions are effective alternatives to complex teaching methods. Games that involve identifying quantities can also help build a child's understanding of quantity. Worksheets can be used for practice, but it is important to select tasks that match the instructional level of the children.
3. Finding a balance between teaching algorithms and promoting understanding is crucial in effective math instruction. Relying solely on tricks and shortcuts can hinder comprehension and efficiency. It is important to teach students why algorithms work without requiring them to explain it every time.
4. Mathematics should not be seen as a collection of tricks, but rather as a subject with reasons behind mathematical operations. Students should be taught the reasoning behind algorithms without needing to explain it every time.

Highlights created by Olivier Chabot

Experimental Study Finds Timed Activities Do Not Cause Anxiety

18:46 • 1min

How to Conduct Fluency Building

20:08 • 1min

Balancing Explanation and Efficiency in Instruction

28:52 • 1min