The duration for which the human brain continues to function after death is a complex topic, as it depends on how one defines “functioning.” Immediately after clinical death, where the[…]

Teaching mathematics effectively, requires an appreciation of the big picture – of how the broad issues of mathematics fit into our daily lives. How you see math, and how deeply[…]

Should the United States go metric? What role do math teachers have to play? My husband recently decided to renew our subscription to TIME magazine. While I was enjoying a[…]

Some men see things as they are and say “Why?” I dream of things that never were and say “Why not!!!” Robert F. Kennedy Sooner or later we will all[…]

Have you ever seen someone who you would like to get to know? Have you ever looked over and realize that someone is looking at you. Have you ever felt[…]

After the relaxing and delightful holidays comes the stress-inducing tax season. April is a stressful month for most people because Tax Day is just around the corner. You don’t need[…]

Last week, I had the pleasure of observing an 8th grade classroom. The planned activity was the next part of an ongoing study of data collection and representation. On this[…]

It is important to be able to write net ionic equations in order to know which entities are directly involved in a chemical reaction. Those entities that are not involved[…]

This tutorial demonstrates how to rewrite a general quadratic equation into vertex from by completing the square. As a math tutor I find that many students struggle with this concept.[…]

Two covers of the Economist newspaper, showing the speed and effect of the change. Two special reports on Ireland, the first in 1988, describing Ireland as the “Poorest of the[…]

Technology can help you teach math more efficiently. Too often students engage in paper and pencil tasks when they could be actively engaged with math concepts. Recently, I observed a[…]

The holiday season is here and, for most of us, this means many hours spent with family and friends. Tired of playing the same old board games or just sitting[…]