Math Websites to Improve Learning

Math Websites to Improve Learning Sandy Stabenfeldt SW PATINS Regional Coordinator swpatins@ciesc.k12.in.us

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 Math www.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 Rose www.askrose.org/home.php Rose-HulmanInstitute 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.

ConceptuaMath www.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 Playgroundwww.mathplayground.comThis 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.org Created by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, this site helps families enjoy mathematics outside school through a series of fun and engaging challenges.

Quizlet www.quizlet.com Flashcards!

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

Math.com www.math.com Includes 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.htm 3rd 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…………….. 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. http://thehill.com/blogs/hillicon-valley/technology/117625-california-testing-ipads-as-algebra-textbooks

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This powerpoint can be downloaded from the following website……….. http://swpatins.pbworks.com For further information Sandy Stabenfeldt, SW PATINS Coordinator 3711 Casey Road Newburgh, IN 47630 812-490-7927 812-490-7925 FAX swpatins@ciesc.k12.in.us

Math Websites to Improve Learning