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Teaching MathThree Necessary ElementsMEMORIZATION of arithmetic and geometric facts, rules, formulas, and procedures. For example, you learn how to multiply fractions. Children must memorize the basics before advancing to higher level skills. You don't want them spending time figuring out simple operations when they should be focusing on the higher level analysis. Make sure your homeschool math program provides plenty of practice on "the facts." Find out why educational math games are a great way to provide extra practice on the facts. 
UNDERSTANDING of facts, rules, formulas, and procedures. For example, you learn why you invert and multiply when dividing fractions. This should be taught as the student is ready. Manipulatives (blocks, Cheerios, poker chips) are often effective in explaining the “whys” of fundamental skills. They provide a concrete model for an abstract idea which is great especially for young learners. 
APPLICATION of facts, rules, formulas, and procedures in practical ways, sometimes this is called problem solving. A homeschool math program should provide plenty of opportunites for application. For example, you learn that to figure out how much sugar to use in a halved recipe that originally calls for 3/4 cup of sugar. Problems should be challenging and level appropriate. Leave the Teaching Math page and return to the HBD Home page |
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