dimanche 12 mars 2017

Utilizing Math Flashcards For Failing Students

By Jerry Hughes


Mathematics is a challenging subject for many people. It is often an intimidating thing to learn and the idea of it can make people stressed out. There are lots of ways to get students involved in the learning process, such as games, toys, and visual aids. Math flashcards for failing students can make a big difference. They are a traditional way of engaging students and using repetition to retain the knowledge of arithmetic facts.

Learners are more engaged when they have breaks throughout the learning process. A long study period looses effectiveness after a while. Learners no longer retain information once they are tired. Teachers should offer varying activities throughout the day that are learning related. They should also mix up individual and group work.

All people fall into three different learning categories: hands-on, visual, and auditory. It is best to have learning activities that fit all three categories. If students are exposed to all three types of learning they will have activities that directly match their learning style. They will also be exposed to other styles of learning and become more adaptable.

Some studies show that the learning of math facts is an important part of success in the future. Children who are failing higher mathematics courses often lack the knowledge of these facts. Adults can also find benefit in learning with flashcards. If they missed out on the information as a child, learning arithmetic problems can make their lives much easier.

These cards allow for repetition of facts. The teacher can even choose certain problems for the student to work on. Flashcards can be found for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Of course, it is easy to make flashcards that focus on a certain area. There are online templates that allow the teacher or student to print out their own flashcards.

A tested method of using flash cards is to choose fifteen facts to focus on. Twelve of these should be problems that the child already knows. The cards are shown to the student rapidly. The teacher repeats the problem and the solution out loud if the child does not answer within two seconds. The card goes back in the stack, about three cards behind. If the student gets a card correct, that card goes to the back. Missed problems are repeated and placed three cards back until the learner answers it correctly at least three times.

Repetition of math facts works with students that have behavioral disorders as well as learning problems. The repetition is necessary for those who are failing because sometimes the problem is due to the brain not storing the information in long-term memory. Repetition helps keep the facts in the forefront of the learner's mind. Other proven methods include songs, chants, and games.

Flash cards have always been a basic building block of learning. They are simple and effective. Cards are inexpensive to create or purchase. Anyone with a printer can print out their own cards and even laminate them. They can last for months. Instructors can divide children into learning groups based upon similar needs. Children can then assist each other in learning using cards. The process of repetition is a reliable way of learning for all skill levels.




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