The Frustration of Expecting Perfect Understanding in Education

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Understanding math and science procedures can be challenging, but it's not necessary to fully grasp every concept. As long as students know the context and procedure, they can still solve problems. Having a strong foundation in math is helpful in understanding complex concepts like fractional division. However, not all students will fully understand or be able to reproduce the procedures immediately. It takes time for abstract ideas to sink in. It's important to remember that not everyone will fully understand every aspect of a subject, and that's okay. We should focus on providing tools and procedures while making students feel supported.

In this episode, Anna Stokke is joined by two experienced teachers, Barry Garelick and JR Wilson. They have recently published a book called Traditional Math: an effective strategy that teachers feel guilty using. Throughout the interview, Barry and JR share strategies and practical advice that they have used in their own classrooms with great success.

They cover topics that will resonate with teachers, including how to get students excited about math, how to effectively use the “I do, we do, you do” method of teaching and the role of understanding in math. They also discuss critical math topics that teachers should focus on, tips for teaching word problems, how to keep advanced students challenged, and how to help struggling students, among other things. This episode will be interesting to teachers, parents and anyone with an interest in math education.

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