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Just-in-Time vs. Just-in-Case Scaffolding: How to Foster Productive Perseverance

Dr. Juli K. Dixon
Professor of Mathematics Education; Elementary, Middle, Secondary, and Post-Secondary Mathematics Education

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[Podcast] Exploring the Power of Growth Mindset for Classroom Success with Camyrea Barnes in MI on Teachers in America

Middle school math teacher Camyrea Barnes shares advice on how to nurture students' growth mindset and how to build community with students and fellow teachers.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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Teaching Absolute Value of a Number in Math

Teaching absolute value can help students understand the distance of a number on the number line from zero, regardless of the direction from zero that the number lies.

Shaped Staff

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9 National Hispanic Heritage Month Activities for Students: A Celebration of Culture

Use these National Hispanic Heritage Month activities and lesson ideas to honor Hispanic American contributions and influences in our society.

Daniel Poremba
Senior Tier II Specialist, HMH

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8 Nutrition Activities for Elementary and Middle School Students

Use these nutrition activities for elementary and middle school students to teach them about healthy eating, regular exercise, and self-care.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

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Teaching Linear Equations in Math

A linear equation in two variables describes a relationship in which the value of one of the variables depends on the value of the other variable.

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

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Teaching Ratios and Unit Rates in Math

Students learn the answer to "What is a unit rate?" in math class. Learn about ratios, rates, unit rates, and unit prices, and teach lessons where students solve real-world problems about rates and unit rates.

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

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Teaching Multiplication with Arrays in Math

By teaching multiplication with arrays in math, you can help students better understand multiplication concepts by enabling them to visualize the computation process.

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

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[Podcast] Engaging Students in Math Through Football Insights with Mary Martinez Crippen in FL on Teachers in America

We’re kicking off our season with third-grade teacher Mary Martinez Crippen from Miami, Florida. Mary became a viral sensation when she began tracking football stats with her class. In this episode, Mary gives advice on how to incorporate personal passions into your instruction, how to connect classroom learning to the real world, and how to include football into your own lessons.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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Math Achievement Is on the Rise in This Connecticut District

See how the integration of HMH’s Into Math program is spurring student growth in Bridgeport Public Schools after years of stagnation.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Math Summative Assessment: Explanation and Examples

Summative assessment examples in math, along with a definition of what makes math assessment summative and how it compares to other types of assessment

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

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Teaching Dividend, Divisor, and Quotient in Division

When teaching students about dividend, divisor, and quotient in division, introduce algorithms that will allow them to divide larger numbers.

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

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10 Math Intervention Strategies for Struggling Students

These math intervention strategies for struggling students provide lessons, activities, and ideas to support Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 math students who are two or more years behind grade level.

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

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9 Summer Math Activities: Preventing Math Summer Slide

Try these 9 summer math activities designed for preventing math summer slide. These are repeatable games and activities appropriate for all children in any grade.

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

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Math 180: Frequently Asked Questions

Find out the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Math 180, an intensive intervention program known for helping to raise student achievement in math by more than two years in one school year.

Robert Hansen
Vice President Product Management, HMH

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15 Fun Summer School Activities for Elementary and Middle School Students

As the school year ends, keep kids engaged with these fun summer school activities for elementary and middle school students.

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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What Is an Exit Ticket in School?: Checking Student Understanding

This article answers the question, “What is an exit ticket in school?” Plus, learn why this formative assessment type is important in the classroom.

Alicia Ivory
Shaped Editor

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9 Fun Easter Activities for Elementary and Middle School Students

Hop to it! Try these hands-on Easter activities for elementary and middle school students. Your class will have fun while sharpening reading, writing, and STEM skills.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

Alicia Ivory
Shaped Editor

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