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It is with sadness that we announce the passing of James T. Fey, who will be remembered for his leadership in the mathematics education community, nationally and internationally, championing ...
The Product Game is a fun, interactive game that exercises your skill with factors and multiples. This Product Game Investigation was adapted with permission and guidance from Prime Time: Factors and ...
In this lesson, students will apply number theory by using the greatest common factor to fairly divide different types of candy into identical goodie bags, thereby connecting mathematical reasoning to ...
What is Notice and Wonder? When students become active doers of mathematics, the greatest gains of their mathematical thinking can be realized. The process of sense making begins when we create ...
Thinking about numbers using frames of 10 can be a helpful way to learn basic number facts. The four games that can be played with this applet help to develop counting and addition skills. (This ...
Creating, supporting, and sustaining a culture of access and equity require being responsive to students' backgrounds, experiences, cultural perspectives, traditions, and knowledge when designing and ...
<p>In this lesson, students will explore algebraic patterns by determining how many tables are needed to seat a growing number of guests at a Quinceañera, making connections between mathematical ...
Bobbie Bear is planning a vacation and wants to know how many outfits can be made using different colored shirts and pants. Click on a shirt or a pair of pants and drag it over Bobbie Bear. Release ...
NCTM position statements define a particular problem, issue, or need and describe its relevance to mathematics education. Position statements are approved by the NCTM Board of Directors.
NCTM's Standards publications and position statements present a vision of appropriate goals for high-quality mathematics teaching and learning. This vision is at the heart of NCTM's efforts to provide ...
Curriculum Focal Points are the most important mathematical topics for each grade level. They comprise related ideas, concepts, skills, and procedures that form the foundation for understanding and ...