Why Is It Important to Study Math? #dyscalculia

Submitted by Judy Hanning on Wed, 2018-01-10 04:00

Kids need to be exposed to mathematical thinking during their educational experience. Math is an important subject and will challenge anyone to do better. Teachers want to know how to convey mathematical concepts to their students over time. That can help them learn math to a greater extent while in school.

Between my day job as a physics and astronomy professor and my day-and-night job of being “Dad” to an awesome and bustling 3-year-old, my free time for Math Dude duties has dwindled. And although I will surely miss all of you math fans, after seven years on the job, it’s time to say goodbye.
~ Jason Marshall

The earlier math is introduced, the better.

Parents and teachers are asking questions when it comes to math subjects on the whole. Math can be thought of as a playground for students now learning. Their math skills will be put to the test as they advance in school. Teachers are pleased with the progress that students tend to make in school.

Key Takeaways:

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The big news is that this 300th episode is my last.
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Math is a playground … so play!
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It’s not something that I would (or even could) have said when I wrote the first episode seven years ago because I wasn’t yet a father and so I wasn’t yet watching somebody discover the world for the first time.
Read the full article here:
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-is-it-important-to-study-math/