Math

As a math major, I am always looking for new ways to approach those students that seem to be terrified of math. Edutopia RSS Feed, "Building Math Positivity" offers a few simple ideas to help students through simple mind blocks they may have. Many students shut down when it comes to math, especially when it comes to test taking. Judy Willis suggests that you make students retake tests that receive a grade lower than an 85%. This take some of the pressure off. Also, she suggest making math more "real-world" and not so isolated. Learning math that doesn't have any real connection to the students every day life causes them to shut down, as well.

Reference:
Willis, J. (2010, Dec. 1). "Building Math Positivity". Retrieved on December 3, 2010 from http://www.edutopia.org/blog/building-math-positivity?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+EdutopiaNewContent+%28Edutopia%29&utm_content=Google+Reader