Archive for January, 2009

Fractions: Adding and Subtracting

As teachers, we all want our students to understand those concepts underpinning addition and subtraction of fractions— the concept of equivalent fractions, in particular. These resources offer teaching ideas on both the concepts and the skills, including demonstrations of addition and subtraction as well as problems for practice. I looked hard for material that would visually or interactively engage middle school students. If you have ideas to share on how you teach these operations, please use

Jan 30, 2009 | 0 comments View Post

Instructional video: Reducing Fractions

Table of contents listing all instructional math videos available from Chycho TV at http://www.chycho.com/?q=math_Table_Contents List of videos that are available for download at http://www.chycho.com/?q=math_download_chycho INTRODUCTION: http://www.chycho.com/?q=Introduction_Instructions During the last few years the education systems in Canada and the United States has been eroding. Students have been crammed into larger class sizes while the quality of teaching has deteriorated, in large part due to a lack of funding from local and federal governments. John Ralston Saul, one of Canada’s most celebrated authors and essayist, has warned us that “Canada’s democracy… is eroding with every dime deducted from education budgets.” I have stated previously that I believe “as a collective we must understand that democracy can only exist in a society with an educated populace, and the right for self-governance can only be obtained through knowledge.” I also believe that as long as the Internet remains Neutral, we, as a global community, can make a difference

Jan 30, 2009 | 0 comments View Post

Notepad Tutor – Relating Decimals to Fractions (to hundredths)

For more educational videos visit www.schoolwaxtv.com and for more homework help visit www.schoolwax.com. This episode of Notepad Tutor that is part of the Pilot Math 4 series explains how to relate decimals and fractions using base 10 blocks. Pilot Math is a classroom resource that combines traditional print textbooks and workbooks with online media. Follow the Pilot Math characters; Cameron, Alyssa, Daksha, Zach, Lian, and Nina as they explore math with their teaching computer, Ed.

Jan 29, 2009 | 0 comments View Post

Use free online videos to reinforce educational concepts!

Nicole Madison is mom to three wonderful girls and one literally bouncing boy. She is a freelance writer and editor, which allows her to enjoy homeschooling her children while also earning an income. Nicole incorporates free resources into homeschooling as much as possible and has come a long way since spending hundreds of dollars at the beginning of every school year. She has a passion for reading, science, and math. Visit Nicole’s website at Madison Copywriting. Link to Product/website: ht

Jan 28, 2009 | 0 comments View Post

Sarah Jane learn the EZ Times Table©

http://www.RightBrainMath.com/ A second grade student learns to multiply and create the multiplication table in one hour in this patent pending system. She also learns division, addition, subtraction, factors, squares, fractions, tables and graphing. This shows how to teach using the book, EZ Times Table. It was written by Tom Biesanz and illustrated by Jakob Marsh.There are also playful patterns for creating the Ones, Twos, Threes, Fours, Sixes (five different ways) Sevens, Eights, Nines, and even the whole times table on a blank table. Kids, Teachers, Parents, and schools will benefit from this fun way to approach the times table that creates a positive attitude about math. The editor of Curriculum Review magazine says, “I like the book [EZ Times Table] because it is user-friendly and can be utilized with a variety of grade-school children.” See the book EZ Times Table available on Amazon.com and on the website http://RightBrainMath.com.

Jan 28, 2009 | 0 comments View Post

Decimals and Money

Teaching the decimal system to elementary children might seem like a daunting task on the surface but there is a simple solution right in your wallet or purse…money! Because both the decimal system and American currency are both rooted on a base 10 system and children are introduced to money at an early age, it [...]

Jan 28, 2009 | 0 comments View Post

Instructional video: Multiply and Divide Fractions

NOTE: Correction to this problem. Youtuber LddStyx pointed out that I forgot to “kill a 7 in the brakedown of 35″ so the final answer to this question should be 143/12 … Thank you LddStyx for the good eye. Table of contents listing all instructional math videos available from Chycho TV at http://www.chycho.com/?q=math_Table_Contents List of videos that are available for download at http://www.chycho.com/?q=math_download_chycho INTRODUCTION: http://www.chycho.com/?q=Introduction_Instructions During the last few years the education systems in Canada and the United States has been eroding. Students have been crammed into larger class sizes while the quality of teaching has deteriorated, in large part due to a lack of funding from local and federal governments. John Ralston Saul, one of Canada’s most celebrated authors and essayist, has warned us that “Canada’s democracy… is eroding with every dime deducted from education budgets.” I have stated previously that I believe “as a collective we must understand that democracy can only exist in a society with an educated populace, and the right for self-governance can only be obtained through knowledge.” I also believe that as long as the Internet remains Neutral, we, as a global community, can make a difference

Jan 27, 2009 | 0 comments View Post

Instructional Video: Adding and Subtracting Fraction

Table of contents listing all instructional math videos available from Chycho TV at http://www.chycho.com/?q=math_Table_Contents List of videos that are available for download at http://www.chycho.com/?q=math_download_chycho INTRODUCTION: http://www.chycho.com/?q=Introduction_Instructions During the last few years the education systems in Canada and the United States has been eroding. Students have been crammed into larger class sizes while the quality of teaching has deteriorated, in large part due to a lack of funding from local and federal governments. John Ralston Saul, one of Canada’s most celebrated authors and essayist, has warned us that “Canada’s democracy… is eroding with every dime deducted from education budgets.” I have stated previously that I believe “as a collective we must understand that democracy can only exist in a society with an educated populace, and the right for self-governance can only be obtained through knowledge.” I also believe that as long as the Internet remains Neutral, we, as a global community, can make a difference. We can fill the gap left behind by our governments and be proactive in educating our children Sharing our communal experiences and knowledge is the essence of the Internet and chycho.com is proud to be a part of this movement. The information contained and conveyed through this medium is what will shape our future, and this site was created to represent a unique personal perspective and to contribute in bringing about positive changes. As a result I have decide to produce instructional math videos to help those that want to improve their abilities in communicating in the language of mathematics. The videos are available on Chycho TV Located in the top right corner of http://www.chycho.com.

Jan 26, 2009 | 0 comments View Post

Times Tables – recent posts

Times tables? Knowing the times tables is just a shortcut. if you understand the math, you don't need to know the tables as you can always work out the answer. But you must know one or the other, lest you end up unable to manage your finances and people steal continue reading… Content provided courtesy [...]

Jan 22, 2009 | 0 comments View Post

How to Teach Multiplication: Teaching Times Tables to Elementary …

New post today at How to Teach Multiplication: Teaching Times Tables to Elementary …. Teaching students the multiplication facts can be fun and effective with a little bit of creativity and enthusiasm. continue reading… More:- How to teach times tables to a 7 year old? I'm assuming that this 7 year old is already a [...]

Jan 21, 2009 | 0 comments View Post
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