Primary Grades Math Education
Educate Yourself: A Cross Country Comparison
A Few Words About This Page
The Goal:
Teachers in the United States are generally taught one or two general elementary teaching methods, or taught 'one' true way. The truth is that there are numerous ways to teach early math; whether these are the specific teaching methods themselves, or the various ways to do long addition and subtraction problems.
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A Cross Country Comparison
Different countries use different methods, and this website works to break down these methods.
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Math Anxiety
Math Anxiety is a growing issue in the United States, as well as other countries. Math anxiety in students can be unintentionally propelled, or even head-started, by teachers. When a teacher is confident, educated, and has explored their options in regards to math, they are less likely to project math anxiety onto students.