Two Primarily Math veterans will lead an elementary presentation for the Greater Nebraska Math Teachers Circle in Kearney, Nebraska, at the NATM conference. Join your Primarily Math friends for a free dinner and fun math from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 28. Continue reading…
The NebraskaMATH Partnership invites all participants in the NATM Fall Conference to join us for light refreshments and a reception from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 28, at the Holiday Inn in Kearney. This is a great opportunity to meet new colleagues or re-connect with Primarily Math friends. Continue reading…
The Nebraska Association of Teachers of Mathematics will hold the 2014 annual fall conference, "Take 2014: Ensuring Mathematical Success for All Students," in Kearney on Monday, Sept. 29. The program includes sessions of special interest to elementary teachers. Continue reading…
Since Primarily Math began in 2009, we are very proud that 24 Primarily Math teachers have gone on to graduate from the UNL Department of Teaching, Learning and Teacher Education with a Master of Arts. Continue reading…
This article by mathematics educator Jo Boaler (Stanford University) highlights recent research showing students with a "growth mindset," who believe that intelligence and "smartness" in mathematics can be learned, go on to higher levels of achievement. Continue reading…
It's August—back-to-school time. As you plan for the new school year, don't forget to make explicit plans for engaging parents and families. Parents can support their children's mathematics learning, but they may need help to do this. Continue reading…
Children as young as age 2 may be able to use probability in their decisions, according to a study published in the journal Developmental Science. Researchers found that 69% of the children chose the most successful outcome during a game involving blocks and marbles. Continue reading…