Get the Students Talking and Doing! written by Bill Reed As I have visited classrooms and observed teachers teaching their classes, I am noticing a very common trend. The learning their students are doing is very passive and somewhat… Continue Reading…
August 4, 2023
The New Digital SAT Suite of Assessments written by Bill Reed You probably have heard the PSAT and SAT are changing for the 2023-2024 school year. The New Digital SAT Suite of Assessments includes the SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT10, and… Continue Reading…
April 4, 2023
The 5 Seasons of Education written by Bill Reed We all know that there are four seasons in nature. However, there are 5 seasons of education. Each one is filled with excitement and unique challenges. Summer … Continue Reading…
March 3, 2023
When Am I Ever Going to Use Math after High School? written by Bill Reed I know when I was in the classroom I had the infamous poster below up in my classroom. Students are always asking the question… Continue Reading…
February 16, 2023
What Is Number Sense? Number sense is the ability to understand and use numbers in a variety of contexts. It involves being able to recognize patterns, recognize relationships between numbers, and use mental math and estimation strategies to solve… Continue Reading…
January 25, 2023
Rejuvenate Your Teaching with a New Year Commitment written by Bill Reed Many people make New Year’s Resolutions each year. They usually do not last due to the goals being unreasonable or way too ambitious. I was reading ways… Continue Reading…
January 25, 2023
The Beauty of the Season (and Mathematics) by Bill Reed Ever wonder why some people are considered beautiful? Do you know why some painters can create incredible works of art that are considered masterpieces? Why do some buildings and… Continue Reading…