Why is Math Different Now from raj shah on Vimeo.
Have you been wondering why math is taught so differently now compared to 20-30 years ago? Have you been struggling with how to help your kids with their homework?
Dr. Raj Shah, founder of Math Plus Academy, is on a mission to show kids the joy of mathematics and science, and to teach them to THINK rather than just memorize. Watch as he explains why math is taught differently now and helps address some of the misconceptions about the “new math.” He also offers strategies parents can use to help kids with their math homework.
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bailey jones
December 6, 2014 @ 7:31 am
I understand what you’re saying about teaching kids to think through the problem and not just memorize, but in our schools they teach the math the way you are explaining but then also give them timed tests on how many problems you can finish on timed tests (under 3 minutes) and then you get your name on the wall. If the kids aren’t memorizing the math facts, like we did, they never make it up on the wall. The teachers all make a big deal of getting your name on the math skills wall.