Barbara Oakley, an engineering professor at Oakland University in Rochester, Mich., says the key to mathematics expertise is practice, not conceptual understanding as some common-core proponents would ...

Pre-algebra is more than just a set of math topics—it’s the bridge between basic arithmetic and the deeper logic of algebra. Mastering it builds the confidence and skills needed for high school math, ...

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A large-scale analysis of over 200,000 U.S. students found that even limited annual use of Khan Academy’s mastery-based math platform was linked to measurable test score gains. The research, published ...

This story was originally published Sept. 24, 2015, on FIU News. FIU has implemented new teaching methods resulting in double-digit pass rate increases across introductory math courses. Throughout ...

The predominantly Asian approach to teaching mathematics in schools, called the "mastery approach," is spreading, largely due to the fact these countries are high-performers on international tests.

Sarah never smiled in my classroom. At least not with her eyes. She spoke under her breath. Whispers of words I couldn’t usually hear. She is one of the many students who I remember because despite my ...

Maths lessons in dozens of primary schools in Doncaster are set to be improved following a £600,000 investment. Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Star, you can get unlimited access to ...