While mathematics comes naturally to some kids and parents, others might be quick to convince themselves the subject wasn’t for them. Do you have children who think the subject is boring? Here’s a solution. Instead of just learning multiplication by heart, show them [...]
Today’s mathematics lessons are different. Processes and curriculums have changed, and so have the expectations of teachers and students. How has mathematics learning in the classroom changed over the past decade? We sat down with four educators to get their thoughts. Here are their [...]
Evan Luc-Tran might seem like your usual teenager. He enjoys seeing the world, playing tennis, and acting. And he also happens to be a maths whizz, coming in fourth in his year group (Year 9) for World Maths Day. Based in New South [...]
Teaching is a balancing act. To ensure each student is learning at their pace, you need to support students with learning gaps, yet provide enough challenge for those who are progressing, so they don’t get bored. If you’re feeling a little off-balanced, here are [...]
Ever heard someone tell you “Oh, I’m not a maths/math person.” Well, I used to be that person. But after speaking with several women in the STEM field, I’m starting to have a change of heart. My biggest takeaways? Mathematics can take so [...]
Are boys better in science and mathematics compared to girls? Do women still face gender stereotypes at education institutions and in their workplace? In celebration of World Maths Day and to empower girls to pursue mathematics, we spoke to different women in the [...]
Fake news on social media. Combating bush fires. Groundwater and music theory. What do they all have in common? Well, it turns out - mathematics. As part of World Maths Day celebrations and to empower girls to pursue mathematics, we spoke to different [...]
Back in 2008, the media was abuzz with reviews of a 14-year-old Australian student from Victoria, Australia. Dubbed as the “human calculator” at that time, Tatiana Devendranath had a talent for answering mathematics questions at a breakneck speed. As we gear up for [...]
You may have noticed a new term in your Mathletics Teacher Console called Skill Quests (formerly known as UPF or Understanding Practice and Fluency).Besides a change in name, the new Skill Quests comes with updated features to help you better assign and review your [...]
Calling all students to unleash their inner Mathlete this World Maths Day! What type of Mathlete are you? Do you like to take your time when solving mathematics questions, or do you like to go quick and fast? No matter which type you [...]
