I Hate Math

According to the article, why do some students fear math?

• personal failure

• a missing gene

• "wrongheaded" teaching

• All of the above

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The math professors in the article believe that speed and memorization are more important than creative exercises and discussion.

• True

• False

• Both

• Neither

Many teachers are using online lessons to motivate students because:

• they can work at their own pace

• they have lessons that are tailored to their ability

• the teacher doesn't have to teach

• they can compete with students in other classes

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The students who use new math teaching methods are scoring in the top 20% in Algebra I and general math.

• True

• False

• Both

• Neither

According to the article, math-learning disability is called:

• special education

• dyslexia

• dyscalculia

• all of the above

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Kids learn math concepts better when they are drilled to work faster.

• True

• False

• Both

• Neither

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

According to the article, there are several ways to help students understand and enjoy math. In a short answer form, explain one of the ways teachers can help students improve their math scores.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B