We know the struggle with mathematics—for both teachers and students—all too well. Students’ math scores, as per the “Nation’s Report Card,” have plunged to record lows. Misconceptions in early grades ...

When students begin to see themselves as math thinkers, they engage actively, explore creatively, and feel more motivated.

Math anxiety is a significant challenge for students worldwide. While personalized support is widely recognized as the most ...

Most people in the math education space agree that students need to be fluent with basic math facts. By the time kids are in ...

As a mathematics education researcher, I study how math instruction impacts students' learning, from following standard math procedures to understanding mathematical concepts. Focusing on the latter, ...

The idea of being “bad at math” or “not a math person” is deeply entrenched in American education — for students and teachers alike. But it doesn’t have to be, says Phonisha Hawkins, director of ...

These student-constructed problems foster collaboration, communication, and a sense of ownership over learning.

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This article is part of a series exploring the state of math education in Ohio. Brianna Swain does not remember learning much of anything in school while growing up in Columbus' Hilltop neighborhood.