Author : Joyce B. Ferguson
Publisher :
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 49,67 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Mathematics
ISBN :
Author : Meagan Rolfes
Publisher :
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 18,57 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Mathematics
ISBN :
The purpose of this study was to measure the effects of Rocket Math on the automaticity of basic multiplication facts in 5th grade students. The action research project took place in a 5th grade classroom. The students used Rocket Math over a nine-week period. This nine-week study consisted of 22 5th grade students, 12 male and 10 female. All students received the treatment, and data was collected on students whose pre-test scores were below 20 %. The data collection group consisted of three males and four females. A teacher-designed assessment was used as the pre-test and post-test to determine growth. Students participated in the treatment three days per week by taking a one-minute timed test. A two-minute timed test was administered weekly to monitor progress. Teacher anecdotal notes were kept to record observations during the study. Results from the post-test indicated an increase in the number of correct answers given during a two-minute test. Results for this study indicate a possible gain in automaticity of basic multiplication facts. Further research is needed to determine if the conclusions of this study would be applicable to a generalized population.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 600 pages
File Size : 19,47 MB
Release : 1990
Category : Education
ISBN :
Serves as an index to Eric reports [microform].
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 628 pages
File Size : 48,29 MB
Release : 1986
Category : Dissertations, Academic
ISBN :
Author : Jennifer Bay-Williams
Publisher : ASCD
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 48,30 MB
Release : 2019-01-14
Category : Education
ISBN : 1416627227
This approach to teaching basic math facts, grounded in years of research, will transform students' learning of basic facts and help them become more confident, adept, and successful at math. Mastering the basic facts for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division is an essential goal for all students. Most educators also agree that success at higher levels of math hinges on this fundamental skill. But what's the best way to get there? Are flash cards, drills, and timed tests the answer? If so, then why do students go into the upper elementary grades (and beyond) still counting on their fingers or experiencing math anxiety? What does research say about teaching basic math facts so they will stick? In Math Fact Fluency, experts Jennifer Bay-Williams and Gina Kling provide the answers to these questions—and so much more. This book offers everything a teacher needs to teach, assess, and communicate with parents about basic math fact instruction, including The five fundamentals of fact fluency, which provide a research-based framework for effective instruction in the basic facts. Strategies students can use to find facts that are not yet committed to memory. More than 40 easy-to-make, easy-to-use games that provide engaging fact practice. More than 20 assessment tools that provide useful data on fact fluency and mastery. Suggestions and strategies for collaborating with families to help their children master the basic math facts. Math Fact Fluency is an indispensable guide for any educator who needs to teach basic math facts.
Author : Jenna D'Ettorre
Publisher :
Page : 27 pages
File Size : 43,51 MB
Release : 2009
Category :
ISBN :
The purpose of this paper is to share the results of a six-week research project (after baseline data was collected) that focused on three different strategies (flashcards, interactive games, and music) and their effectiveness in helping fifth grade students memorize the basic multiplication facts. Many teachers face a serious problem when their students lack basic mathematical knowledge. A firm foundation of basic skills is the first step towards success in mathematics. Each of the three strategies was implemented into a different class. Data was collected using three data collection instruments: timed multiplication tests, individual checklists regarding ongoing progress, level of mastery, and effort/participation, and finally a student survey/semantic differential. A literature review is provided for all relevant articles used to create and plan this project. Week-by-week data is analyzed to provide helpful final conclusions. Three appendices are included: (1) timed multiplication test; (2) checklist pertaining to each individual student's ongoing progress, level of mastery, and effort/participation level; and (3) student survey.
Author : Susan O'Connell
Publisher : Heinemann Educational Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 15,98 MB
Release : 2014-03-14
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780325059655
"When math fact instruction is thoughtful and strategic, it results in more than a student's ability to quickly recall a fact; it cultivates reflective students who have a greater understanding of numbers and a flexibility of thinking that allows them to understand connections between mathematical ideas." -Susan O'Connell and John SanGiovanni In today's math classroom, we want children to do more than just memorize math facts. We want them to understand the math facts they are being asked to memorize. Our goal is automaticity and understanding; without both, our children will never build the foundational skills needed to do more complex math. Both the Common Core State Standards and the NCTM Principles and Standards emphasize the importance of understanding the concepts of multiplication and division. Susan O'Connell and John SanGiovanni provide insights into the teaching of basic math facts, including a multitude of instructional strategies, teacher tips, and classroom activities to help students master their facts while strengthening their understanding of numbers, patterns, and properties. Designed to be easily integrated into your existing math program, Mastering the Basic Math Facts: emphasizes the big ideas that provide a focus for math facts instruction broadens your repertoire of instructional strategies provides dozens of easy-to-implement activities to support varied levels of learners stimulates your reflection related to teaching math facts. Through investigations, discussions, visual models, children's literature, and hands-on explorations, students develop an understanding of the concepts of multiplication and division, and through engaging, interactive practice achieve fluency with basic facts. Whether you're introducing your students to basic math facts, reviewing facts, or providing intervention for struggling students, this book will provide you with insights and activities to simplify this complex, but critical, component of math teaching. Extensive online resources include customizable activities, templates, recording sheets, and teacher tools (such as multiplication tables, game templates, and assessment options) to simplify your planning and preparation. Over 450 pages of reproducible forms are included in English and Spanish translation. A study guide for Professional Learning Communities and book clubs is also included. Discover more resources for developing mathematical thinking at Heinemann.com/Math
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 53 pages
File Size : 18,20 MB
Release : 2002-07-31
Category : Education
ISBN : 0309131987
Results from national and international assessments indicate that school children in the United States are not learning mathematics well enough. Many students cannot correctly apply computational algorithms to solve problems. Their understanding and use of decimals and fractions are especially weak. Indeed, helping all children succeed in mathematics is an imperative national goal. However, for our youth to succeed, we need to change how we're teaching this discipline. Helping Children Learn Mathematics provides comprehensive and reliable information that will guide efforts to improve school mathematics from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The authors explain the five strands of mathematical proficiency and discuss the major changes that need to be made in mathematics instruction, instructional materials, assessments, teacher education, and the broader educational system and answers some of the frequently asked questions when it comes to mathematics instruction. The book concludes by providing recommended actions for parents and caregivers, teachers, administrators, and policy makers, stressing the importance that everyone work together to ensure a mathematically literate society.
Author : Steven James
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 21,80 MB
Release : 2012-06-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781477626290
Ask any teacher above the 4th grade what the one thing is students must know to be successful in math and the answer will be most likely be the same: math fact fluency. By the fourth and fifth grades students are generally proficient in addition and subtraction. If there is a hang-up, it is with multiplication facts…and with some students…it stops there. If a student shuts down because he or she is not given the right skills to become fluent with multiplication – the entire math engine can shut down. This does not have to happen. Multiplication Made Easy helps parents and teachers alike move students towards multiplication fact fluency.The purpose of the lessons in Multiplication Made Easy is twofold: to help students learn multiplication facts accurately and to help students learn facts with automaticity. At the first level, students can produce math facts when they have time to think and concentrate. The second level allows them to simply produce facts – automatically -- with both speed and accuracy. Some people say they simply can't learn math facts – they have tried and they can't; however, if one can learn to sing the Happy Birthday song, or Row, Row, Row Your Boat or any other song and can recall it instantaneously when needed – then that same person can indeed learn their math facts. Fluency practice helps with fact development and having the ability to automatically regurgitate math facts paves the way for future math success. This can be achieved by using the lessons in Multiplication Made Easy to chunk away at math fact mastery. Once you and your child feel he or she is proficient with chunking pages move to on to the Multiplication in a Minute lessons and math fact fluency will be attained!
Author : Robert A. Brewer
Publisher :
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 43,88 MB
Release : 2004
Category :
ISBN :
The purpose of this study is to examine what effects the mnemonic devices of pictures and stories have on the memorization and recall of multiplication facts. This study was conducted on a fourth grade classroom in which the students were divided into three groups. The first group was given standard flashcards, the second group was given a set of picture and story cards, and the third group was given both flashcards and picture/story cards. Students were initially assessed with a pre-test and subsequently given post-tests each Friday for five weeks. Results from the study suggest that students who received both the flashcards and the picture/story cards displayed the greatest success. Appended are: (1) Picture/Story Card; (2) Post-Tests; and (3) List of Scores. (Contains 6 tables.).
