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?How Game-Based Learning Encourages Growth Mindset

Edsurge

Like gaming, learning math requires grit and persistence—cornerstones of growth mindset—and is grounded in problem solving, flexible thinking, and pattern recognition. The same kind of tenacity is crucial when learning math. Gamers embrace challenges and use mistakes to learn.

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What is Active Learning? And Why it Matters

ViewSonic Education

Active learning is a teaching method that works wonders. Think about some things you’ve learned. But it was through the process of actually changing that tire that you truly learned the skills. When you did that, you were engaged in active learning. When you did that, you were engaged in active learning.

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All New ST Math Games: Avoiding Chocolate Covered Broccoli

MIND Research Institute

Here are insights from Ki Karou, our Senior Director of Product for ST Math, on the creation process for the 13 new games incorporated into grades 3-5 this school year. It's no secret that teaching/learning math can seem daunting to the vast majority at virtually any age. The Game Design Process. Comparison Bridge Estimation.

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How to Find Learning Opportunities in Video Games Kids and Teens Love

Graphite Blog

Every game has learning potential, from small games made for classrooms to big blockbusters made to be enjoyed at home. Sure, the games made for in-school learning are the easiest to implement (and to convince administrators to buy!); Start with the games your students (or you!) already like playing.

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The ST Math Fall Challenge is Back

MIND Research Institute

An excellent way you can help motivate students to spend more time learning math concepts and solving puzzles with JiJi is by participating in our annual ST Math Fall Challenge. Students can choose between constructing a quiz, designing a game, and even creating an advertisement. ST Math Fall Challenge.

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Join the ST Math Fall Challenge

MIND Research Institute

A recent study released by Proving Ground , part of the Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard University, found that students who increased their average weekly usage in ST Math practice show higher math test score gains compared to the matched comparison group whose use remained the same.

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The importance of financial literacy

Kathy Schrock

OVERVIEW There is a comprehensive program that can help educators learn about the aspects of personal finance and allows them to earn micro-credentials upon completion of modules and, in some states, credits or points to use for recertification. These twenty, competency-based, micro-credentials cover the following.