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Published April 2009 Filed in Curriculum and Instructioncategory

M3 Making Mathematics Meaningful

Learners acquire and store knowledge in two primary ways: linguistically (reading or hearing), and nonlinguistically (i.e. visual imagery, kinesthetic or whole-body modes).   The more students use both systems of representing knowledge, the better they are able to think about and recall what they have learned.

Learners acquire and store knowledge in two primary ways: linguistically (reading or hearing), and non-linguistically (i.e. visual imagery, kinesthetic or whole-body modes).   The more students use both systems of representing knowledge, the better they are able to think about and recall what they have learned (Marzano, Pickering, & Pollock, 2001).  To enhance students’ learning In the area of mathematics, try some of the following Ideas  that utilize nonlinguistic Instructional strategies such as graphic organizers, physical models, mental pictures, pictographs, and kinesthetic activities.

Ban Balance Applets

  • Pan Balance Shapes
  • Pan Balance-Numbers
  • Pan Balance and Algebra

More Mathematics Resources

• Wild About Math: A collection of activities (72 pages) for graphing calculators using authentic wildlife research data from the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.

• Tools for Teaching Exploratorium  (lessons and activities)

• Internet Resources to Support the Use of Nonlinguistic Strategies (broken link) http://rcweb.redclay.k12.de.us/Curriculum/ditc06/internet_resources.htm

Reference:
Marzano, R. J., Pickering, D. J., & Pollock, J. E. (2001). Classroom instruction that works: Researchbased strategies for increasing student achievement. Alexandria: VA.

Tags: images, models, role-playing and simulation

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