Using Vocalization to Solve Complex Math Problems

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Mathematics can be a difficult subject to master, and for those to whom math does not come naturally, it can be frustrating to try and solve complex problems. By utilizing tools such as vocalization and visualization of math problems, students can work through their equations in non-traditional and innovative ways. Here, the education technology advisors…

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TI Innovator Moves Microcomputing Forward

  The education technology experts at SchoolMart explain the functions and capabilities of TI’s newest product, created to continue incorporating STEM initiatives into classrooms. Joining a series of new programming and STEM-oriented classroom tools, the TI Innovator promises to provide middle and high school students with authentic hands-on coding and engineering experiences. The hardware is…

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4 Easy Ways to Incorporate Classroom Technology

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Digital technology is becoming an increasingly important part of our world. Students, in particular, often utilize computers and the internet to supplement at-home learning in addition to engaging in other non-educational uses. Because technology is becoming increasingly ubiquitous in society, the educational system must also continually evolve by incorporating technological components that keep pace. Here,…

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The Benefits of Peer-to-Peer Teaching in Math

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  Mathematical concepts can be difficult to comprehend, especially for children of a young age. That is why, it is so important for young children to work collaboratively and exchange information to help facilitate learning. Kids teaching other kids math is a fantastic way to spearhead their education, all while establishing connection with their peers.…

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Educators and Parents Can Partner to Bridge the Digital Divide

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The ‘digital divide’ has plagued the country and our educational system, preventing low-income areas from being able to have access to modern technology. This ultimately hinders their potential for growth as they move from K-12 schooling to higher education. Here, the educational technology experts at SchoolMart explore the topic of the ‘digital divide,’ and provide…

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Should Calculators Be Used in K-12 Math Education?

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SchoolMart examines both sides of the ever-present classroom debate: Should calculators be used in the teaching of basic mathematical concepts?  When it comes to the use of calculators in the classroom, there has been a continued debate over the benefits that calculators bring to innovative learning, and why students should use them. Here, the educational…

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