Mathematics plays a key role in building critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and overall cognitive development. This guide gives educators practical ideas to help build a dynamic and engaging math learning environment. Whether you’re teaching online, in a physical classroom, or both, you’ll find support that fits your needs.
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Math shows up in everything from cooking to engineering to finance. It’s also essential for critical thinking and problem solving. It works the same way all over the world, so people can use it to communicate and solve problems across cultures.
This matters in a globalized world where we’re closely connected. And in a world where AI and data science are growing fast, there’s a lot to be excited about when it comes to teaching and learning math.
Whether you’re a seasoned educator or a new teacher, this guide is here to help you make math more accessible and engaging. It’s full of resources that support students to tackle math with more confidence.
Together, we can build a strong foundation for the problem solvers of the future and help more students develop a lasting interest in math.
Many students find parts of math hard at some point. That doesn’t mean they can’t learn it. It often means they need more time, a different explanation, or another way to access the same idea. Some of the most common challenges when teaching math include:
Every classroom includes students who think and learn in different ways. Neurodiversity is the idea that brains work differently, and that these differences are part of natural human variation, not problems to “fix”. Neurodivergent students might include those with:
Dyslexia mainly affects reading, spelling, and processing written language. In math, this can make it harder for students to read numbers and symbols, follow the language used in word problems, or hold multi-step instructions in mind. They may fully understand the mathematical idea but struggle to show that understanding when tasks rely on reading or writing. Extra time, clear explanations, and visual support can help students focus on the math rather than the literacy load.
Dyslexia mainly affects reading, spelling, and processing written language. In math, this can make it harder for students to read numbers and symbols, follow the language used in word problems, or hold multi-step instructions in mind. They may fully understand the mathematical idea but struggle to show that understanding when tasks rely on reading or writing. Extra time, clear explanations, and visual support can help students focus on the math rather than the literacy load.
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Engagement is more than students “liking” math. It’s about being curious, willing to try, and staying with a problem even when it feels hard. When students see how math connects to their lives and interests, they’re more likely to lean in. Engaged students are more likely to:
Technology can help make math more visual, more interactive, and more accessible. It lets students explore ideas in different ways, and gives teachers flexible tools to support a wide range of needs.
Thoughtful use of technology can:
Alongside teaching strategies, the right tools can make math more accessible and engaging for every student. Here are some of the products that can support math teaching and learning:
Equation editor that makes math digital and accessible with multiple means of input.
Multi-sensory math curriculum to help students understand concepts and build foundational skills.
Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School saw immediate benefits after introducing Equatio, including a smoother transition to remote learning and a more collaborative, digital approach to math.
Using Equatio for math learning
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