Miracle Math News

Your underarms sweat.  Your stomach churns.  You’re scared…because of a math test.   And math anxiety looks just like physical pain in brain images, according to researchers.  Ouch!  Read more about the findings here:

The Common Core is a set of academic standards that indicate what students are expected to learn at each grade level.  California is one of 45 states that has implemented the standards, requiring an overhaul of what’s taught in math classrooms in Fairfield and across the state.   Here’s an overview of what’s happening.

According to recent research, anyone can be good at math:

Parents who want to ensure that their pre-schoolers are academically ready for school will find this piece, from www.findababysitter.com, useful.

Did you know that individuals can show an aptitude for math as infants? Check out this study.

In a worldwide study of academic proficiency, Americans didn’t fare so well. Check it out:

The West Contra Costa County School District is putting its money where its mouth is when it comes to helping students get to college.  If any senior wants to take the SATs, the district will pay the fee.  Read about the other support district students are getting.

From the Common Core to technology in the classroom, manyissues in education are grabbing headlines these days.  Whether you haven’t had time to follow developments in the field or you’re up to date about what’s going on in America’s schools, you’ll find this Wall Street Journal article informative.

Who would’ve thought that students could rely on their love of Hip-Hop music to learn about science? Read how a program called Science Genius Battles sponsored a rap contest on the subject.

Students who groan about their homework load should take note: Compared to students in other countries, Americans receive the least amount of homework – typically less than one hour a day. That’s according to the Brown Center Report on American Education, which also notes that half of U.S. students are assigned no homework at home,…