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Gothamist · 4h

Are you smarter than a NYC 6th grader? Try solving these new math curricula problems.

Here are two examples of math problems sixth graders may face using one of the new curricula. Can you solve them? We showed them to Stuyvesant High School teacher Gary Rubinstein, who blogs about math education. He said he sees the value in the approach, but that some students will get frustrated.
Phys.org on MSN.com · 6d

Addressing working memory can help students with math difficulty improve word problem-solving skills

A new study from the University of Kansas explores the role of working memory in word problem-solving for students with and without math difficulties. Researchers found that using interventions to improve working memory can potentially benefit students who struggle with math.
Science Daily · 5d

Study shows addressing working memory can help students with math difficulty improve word problem-solving skills

Working memory is like a mental chalkboard we use to store temporary information while executing other tasks. Scientists worked with more than 200 elementary students to test their working memory, assess its role in word-problem solving and if interventions could boost it and thereby improve their word problem solving skills.