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Unraveling the Mysteries: Introduction to Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus

Embarking on the journey of advanced mathematics can often feel like entering a labyrinth of complex equations and unfamiliar concepts. However, with the right guidance, even the most daunting topics can become accessible and even fascinating. Today, I delve into the realms of trigonometry and pre-calculus, unlocking the secrets behind these fundamental branches of mathematics. …

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Conquering Math Anxiety: Empowering High Schoolers Have Confidence in Math

For many high school students, the mere mention of mathematics can evoke feelings of dread and anxiety. Math anxiety, characterized by fear and apprehension towards mathematical tasks, can significantly hinder academic performance and erode self-confidence. However, with the right strategies and support, students can overcome these obstacles and develop a positive relationship with mathematics. In …

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Helpful Hints For Calculus: Step-by-Step Guide For High Schoolers

Calculus, often considered the pinnacle of high school mathematics, has a reputation for being complex and intimidating. Many students approach calculus with trepidation, fearing its intricate formulas and abstract concepts. However, with the right guidance and approach, calculus can be demystified and even become an enjoyable subject to explore. In this blog post, I’ll break …

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My “Jonah Story”: I Didn’t Want To Be A Teacher

Have you ever been told to do something, but chose not do to it? I think we all have at some point in our lives. This was me from the time I graduated high school until the time that I needed to get a job after graduating with my master’s in math – and it’s …

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The Truth About The Term “Xmas” Referring to Christmas

With the Christmas season coming up soon, I decided to do some research on a topic that I thought was controversial when I was growing up. What might that be, you might ask? Well, using the shorten version of Christmas – “Xmas”. Random, I know, however, it was a big deal to me when I …

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Top 4 Best Websites for Profitable Math & Coding Competitions

Do you and your students know that there are math and coding competitions out there and some even come with monetary winnings??? Well, now you do! Ha! Fantastic List of Math & Coding Competitions The following are fantastic resources/websites that have pretty amazing competition lists.  As I was researching high school math competitions, I came …

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Why Do Students Hate Math? Help Them Love It Again!

I am forever hearing, “I hate math!”, “Math is stupid.”, and “I’m never going to use this in the real-world.” and I went on a mission to find why students hate math so much. This is what I found. It’s Difficult Math is difficult, especially if you are not mathematically minded. Understanding this is key …

How to Prevent Cheating in a Math Classroom

In the digital world we live in, apps can make our lives easier. However, as a math teacher, it has made my job harder – especially post-pandemic. How you might ask? Cheating. Cheating in a math classroom has become absolutely rampant, and it needs to stop now in order to have academic integrity again. So, …