by MH Math | Jun 7, 2019 | Timely Tips, Uncategorized, Vol. 29
A recent article in Forbes magazine showcases a series of infographics that highlight high school students’ views of math. What stands out from the survey is the perpetuation of perhaps the three most common math myths: Math does not apply to the real world...
by MH Math | May 14, 2019 | Just for Fun, Newsletters, Vol. 28
It’s the last day of class. What do you and your students have planned for the summer? More school? A part-time job or internship? How about a nice, long, quiet vacation or binge watching the latest hit show? These are common ways to keep your summer days full, but...
by MH Math | May 14, 2019 | Just for Fun, Newsletters, Vol. 28
In Weapons of Math Destruction O’Neil offers a look at how algorithms are being used to regulate people. For example, if an inmate is up for parole, a computer algorithm might be used to determine their fate. If you’ve ever wondered how Amazon tells you what “you...
by MH Math | May 14, 2019 | Newsletters, Tech Corner, Timely Tips, Uncategorized, Vol. 28
You may have heard that McGraw-Hill’s ALEKS program won a 2019 Digital Edge 50 Award, but did you know why? Imagine if your adaptive learning platform automatically alerted you to risky student learning behavior… before it was too late! Available in mid-June, ALEKS...
by MH Math | May 14, 2019 | Newsletters, Timely Tips, Vol. 28
How many of us plan to write over the summer, get started, and then get distracted by other concerns? The cycle of intention, distraction, and frustration can be broken! Here are a few quick tips to help you focus and complete your writing this summer. Try a...
