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I am currently a student in an education phD program. I am studying curriculum & Instruction in Secondary Mathematics. I am a mother of a wonderful bright child. My passion is education of young people and math literacy.

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Education > High School Math & Sciences Why it is important to study math in high school: 10 of 19
As a high school Advanced Math & Calculus teacher I always her the question, " What am I ever going to use this for?" This mentality is exactly what causes a large portion of students to stumble over. It creates a wall for them to hide behind. They think I don't need to learn this because I will never use it. Well more and m... More..
Education > Education (Other) Do we need multicultural education?: 9 of 17
I believe that multicultural education is a necessary part of our education system. Our society is so diverse racially, ethnically, economically, etc. I believe that every course should have some component of multicultural education. I believe that multicultural education is simply about educating others about the practices,... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy The benefits and the drawbacks to block scheduling: 5 of 9
In 1983 the National Commission of Excellence released a report titled "A Nation At Risk." The report made many recommendations for reform including restructuring the scheduling of schools for more effective use of time. Block scheduling was a response to this problem. Block scheduling allows for less changing of classes so ... More..
Education > Adult Education Distance learning: What you need to know: 19 of 33
There are many myths surrounding distance education. Some of which include that: it is easier than going in person, it requires less work, and you don't have to show up for any specified times. This list is an attempt to give factual an essential facts that you need to know about distance education. I finished my bachelor's ... More..
Education > Secondary School (Other) Should students be asked to choose between art and science courses?: 3 of 5
I think that students shouldn't be asked to choose between art and science. If the whole goal of our education system is to create well-rounded students then they shouldn't be asked to choose. In today's school system the arts are becoming extinct. Music programs are dying, art programs are dying, etc. It is a tragic state. ... More..
Education > Secondary School Issues Reading levels at all-time low, but grades at all-time high: 3 of 5
Reading levels and grades do not have a direct correlation. Reading levels are determined from standardized test scores. While I have been teaching I have noticed an absence of reading comprehension I don't think there is a relation to the student's grades. However, what I do see in the American system is "inflation" of grad... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes Should you wear stockings with open-toe shoes?: 14 of 23
Typically the answer to this question is a loud no! While some people still chose to wear stockings with open toe shoes it is definitely considered a fashion no-no. In my opinion, the main reason is because of the way the seem of the hose look over your toes and the way it bunches up. It just looks terrible. Open toe shoes w... More..
Health & Fitness > Pediatrics How to find out if your kids have asthma: 7 of 11
Asthma is the cause of 5,000 deaths, 2 million emergency hospital visits and 500,000 hospitalizations a year in the United States alone. Asthma is serious and every parent should be aware of the symptoms. Asthma has to distinct scenarios: Airway constriction which presents it self in the way of attacks gasping for breath and... More..
Education > High School Math & Sciences Why Americans lag behind other countries in math proficiency: 11 of 16
Americans lag behind in math education for several reasons. First the "soft" repetitive curriculum we have in elementary school places our children at a disadvantage. Children spend from second grade to fifth grade trying to master the same concepts of: Multiplication, Division and fractions. These concepts should be mastere... More..
Education > Teachers & Administrators Teaching tips: Board games for classroom fun: 11 of 15
As a teacher, it is vital to keep students interested in your content. I like to use games in my classroom to keep the students interested and make sure that they are learning. However, games in my classroom are played with a twist. I teach math & Spanish and I ask my students during the first nine weeks to complete a board ... More..