Why Is Math So Important?
Math, a subject that not many students are fond of. The subject that involves numbers and lots of calculations is not something that people like. All those who are not 'fans' of this subject need to know that the concepts taught in it are frequently used in day-to-day life.
Math is important, and you must realize its significance.
Learning math is great for a child's mental development. As per studies, the children who do math have higher gray matter volume in the brain.
It helps an individual tell you time.
Most importantly, mathematics helps keep a check on your finances, something you will have to manage when you grow up.
Did you know learning math could help you become a better cook or baker?
It even enhances problem-solving skills in individuals. We have explored how to improve our math teaching and learning over these articles:
Top 10 Tips for Teaching Elementary Math
Teacher's Guide to Creating a Math Homework System
Application Strategies Help Math Students
Algebra
We focus on the common uses and start with single variables to advance to complex word problems.
Comparing Numbers
We practice working on determining values that are greater than, less than, or equal.
Decimals
A nice mix of practice on converting values between decimals, fractions, and percentages. We also cover basic decimal value operations.
Division
We start with a very simple operation of comparing division to sharing and grouping. We advance to complex operations.
Estimation
We show you how to use this skill to your advantage and process problems much quicker.
Factoring
We show you how to determine the greatest common factor and least common multiplier between pairs of values.
Flashcards
A great technique to help improve your ability with all types of math operations.
Fractions
Learn how to convert between various values and perform all types of arithmetic.
Graphing
We start by learning to read all types of graphs and then we learn how to make our own.
Multiplication
Learn how to master this basic operation as we introduce it as repeated addition.
Place Value
Learn to evaluate values by place and understand the significance of that numeral within the value.
Rounding
We work on rounding to the nearest whole value and thousandths through thousands places.
Word Problems
We use problems that are related to real life situations. The problems span from very basic to complex.