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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.
TechBullion · 12d

AI Word Problem Solver and Its Benefits

Mathematical word problems can be challenging for students. For solving word problems, you not only require numerical skills but also strong comprehension and critical thinking. The AI word problem solvers have changed how students approach these problems.
Live Science on MSN.com · Feb 24, 2025

'Math Olympics' has a new contender — Google's AI now 'better than human gold medalists' at solving geometry problems

Google researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) math system that can out-smart gold medalists in international geometry competitions. The system, called "AlphaGeometry2" (AG2 ...
Icon for www.bbc.co.ukBBC · Mar 11, 2023

Problem solving with fractions

Problem solving is a fantastic way to put your knowledge into practise. Word problems can sometimes seem scary and more like a comprehension question in English. However, once you have your ...
Science Daily · 6d

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.
Icon for www.eurekalert.orgEurekAlert! · 7d

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

LAWRENCE — 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 ...