Creating an Environment Where All Students See That They Can Be Good at Math
ByCrystal Frommert
edutopia.org
5min
January 27, 2023
When teachers guide students to look beyond narrow metrics of success in math, more students will see their potential for learning.
If you’re a math educator, have you ever heard a friend, student, or parent say, “I’m not good at math”? Alternatively, have you heard someone tell you, “I’m not good at reading”? Probably not. Few people announce that they struggle with reading, but many are quick to say that they struggle with math.
Perhaps this perception exists because being “good at math” is defined by narrow and antiquated criteria. This definition might include traits such as speed, accuracy, and test performance. Can a person not necessarily have these traits and still be considered good at math?
Creating an Environment Where All Students See That They Can Be Good at Math
by Michael Keany
Feb 5, 2023
Creating an Environment Where All Students See That They Can Be Good at Math
When teachers guide students to look beyond narrow metrics of success in math, more students will see their potential for learning.
If you’re a math educator, have you ever heard a friend, student, or parent say, “I’m not good at math”? Alternatively, have you heard someone tell you, “I’m not good at reading”? Probably not. Few people announce that they struggle with reading, but many are quick to say that they struggle with math.
Perhaps this perception exists because being “good at math” is defined by narrow and antiquated criteria. This definition might include traits such as speed, accuracy, and test performance. Can a person not necessarily have these traits and still be considered good at math?
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