MATH WEBSITES TO IMPROVE LEARNING Sandy Stabenfeldt SW PATINS Regional Coordinator [email protected].

MATH WEBSITES TO IMPROVE LEARNING

Sandy Stabenfeldt

SW PATINS Regional Coordinator

[email protected]

WEBMATH www.webmath.com

“Webmath is a math-help web site that generates answers to specific math questions and problems, as entered by a user, at any particular moment. The math answers are generated and displayed real-time, at the moment a web user types in their math problem and clicks "solve." In addition to the answers, Webmath also shows the student how to arrive at the answer. “

AAA Mathwww.AAAmath.com Math Website in both English and Spanish (K-8)

“AAA Math features a comprehensive set of interactive arithmetic lessons. Unlimited practice is available on each topic which allows thorough mastery of the concepts. A wide range of lessons (Kindergarten through Eighth grade level) enables learning or review to occur at each individual's current level.”

Thinking Blocks

http://thinkingblocks.com/

This site uses manipulatives to help students understand how to solve multi-step math word problems and develop algebraic reasoning.

Ask Rosewww.askrose.org/home.php

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's Homework Hotline provides free math and science homework help to Indiana students in grades 6 - 12, from 7 -10 PM, Sunday-Thursday, in September to May. Hotline phone also at 1-877-ASK-ROSE.

eTutor Graphing Calculator

http://www.e-tutor.com/et2/graphing

Type one or more equations into the text box on this site and click "graph" to see the graph displayed.

Get The Math

www.thirteen.org/get-the-math

This web site uses videos and challenging problems associated with the music, fashion and video game industries to help students realize the importance of math in general and algebra specifically. It is designed to engage middle and high school students.

Create a Graph

http://nces.ed.gov/nceskids/createagraph/default.aspx

Online tools help the user create bar, line, pie, area, and x/y graphs when they enter in appropriate data. Allows user to customize labels in the graph and print and/or save the graph after it is created.

ConceptuaMathwww.conceptuamath.com

“Conceptua™ Fractions helps teachers and students work together to master fractions by combining flexible, state-of-the-art interactive math tools with scaffolded fractions activities to let students practice with concept models, build fluency and apply their knowledge.”

Math Playground

www.mathplayground.com

This site has math problems presented as games with manipulatives, math word problems, math logic problems as well as math videos explaining many math concepts. You can build your own worksheets or use pre-made ones. Math is fun at this site.

National Library of Virtual Manipulatives

http://nlvm.usu.edu\en\nav\vlibrary.html

A digital library containing Java applets and activities for K-12 mathematics.

AplusMath

www.aplusmath.com

This site was developed to help students improve their math skills interactively. Also includes a flashcard creator.

Online Math Manipulatives (preK-4)

http://www.glencoe.com/sites/common_assets/mathematics/ebook_assets/vmf/VMF-Interface.html

CoolMath.com

www.coolmath.com

This fully interactive site and allows the user to sharpen basic math skills, play games and explore new math concepts.

Figure this Out.org

www.figurethisout.orgCreated by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, this site helps families enjoy mathematics outside school through a series of fun and engaging challenges.

Quizletwww.quizlet.comFlashcards!

Ask Dr. Math

mathforum.org/dr.mathHave a math question, Ask Dr. Math.

Math.com

www.math.comIncludes a variety of calculators and tools.

Khan Academy

http://www.khanacademy.org/

This site has videos with explanations of mathematics from basic operations through calculus as well as money, banking, economics and finance. Amazingly clear and simple explanations.

Kathy Schrock’s Guide for Educators

http://school.discoveryeducation.com/schrockguide/math.html

Teacher Math Websites

www.mrsgoldsclass.com/MathWebsites.htm3rd grade resources

Spanish Internet List for Math http://teachers.sduhsd.k12.ca.us/abrown/Resources/SpanishInternetList.htm

National Library of Virtual Manipulatives

http://nlvm.usu.edu\en\nav\vlibrary.html

A digital library containing Java applets and activities for K-12 mathematics.

Math Lesson Plans

www.teach-nology.com/teachers/lesson_plans/math

“For over a decade, TeAchnology has been providing free and easy to use resources for teachers dedicated to improving the education of today's generation of students.”

And of course……………..

http://thehill.com/blogs/hillicon-valley/technology/117625-california-testing-ipads-as-algebra-textbooks

California testing iPads as algebra textbooks Students with iPads will have instant access to more than 400 videos from teaching experts walking them through the concepts and assignments, rather than having to rely on the teacher's explanation in class. There is also a homework coach and animated instructions on how to complete assignments.

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http://swpatins.pbworks.comFor further informationSandy Stabenfeldt, SW PATINS

Coordinator3711 Casey Road

Newburgh, IN 47630812-490-7927 812-490-7925 FAX

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