These students also wrote and sang songs that would help reinforce their skill set over time that proves that they have the planning ability to learn vital math skills in high school. Teachers were pleased with their progress and want to see them advance to higher math classes that could put these games to the test and prove their mettle among these students.
Math Class Provides Unique Lessons To Phoenix Students #dyscalculia
Submitted by Judy Hanning on Mon, 2017-10-16 16:00
Students at one high school are now exploring math in creative ways that deserve attention. These projects took some thought and will help students understand the skills that they obtain. The game “Angry Birds” took on an all new meaning with some help from peers that could help students get the grade in their math class and learn new information too.
Making math creative helps retention.
Key Takeaways:
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Students at John C. Birdlebough High School are learning math through a variety of new projects.
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One project involves the mobile game Angry Birds, which taught students about parabolas.
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Teacher Cheryl Fassett says that the unconventional lessons are well-received by the students.