David Wetzel on October 5th, 2009

Learning algebra online can be fun and exciting for students, especially those students who are having difficulty with algebra.
Algebra interactive teaching tools can boost students’ algebra skills or provide help to get them going in the right direction!
The following interactive tools are designed for Middle School math students.
Online Algebra Interactive Tools
Algebra Balance Scales - this [...]

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David Wetzel on August 26th, 2009

PBS has developed online math games called Math Active, which allow students interact with the each game as they study specific math concepts. There are 31 games and are designed for middle school math. These games focus on Protractors - Angle Action.
All interactive math games involve solving problems and include teacher directions. Some games have [...]

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David Wetzel on March 23rd, 2009

Here is one method for reinforcing middle school math terms such as variables and equations.  

The key is to make it visual.

Start with the basics, use colors, and take it one step at a time.

Reinforcing Variables and Equations

Materials:

unlined white paper

black marker

red marker

1. Begin with a simple, one-step equation. Use a black marker to write “n + [...]

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