Memorizing without understanding is a no-no in this blog. But just for fun you can try this one on pi. Memorizing the lyrics will take you a long way in
What is mathematical modeling?
While there is no consensus yet as to a precise definition of this term, mathematical modeling is generally understood as the process of applying mathematics to a real world problem with
How to scaffold algebraic thinking in teaching integers
One way to make algebra make sense to students is to show where those mathematics objects (e.g. algebraic expressions/equations/formula) come from. It will even makes sense more to students if
Why it is bad habit to introduce math concepts through their definitions
In my earlier post on the meaning of understanding, I describe understanding of mathematics as making connections: To understand is to make connections. These connections are not done in random. Concepts are