How to Encourage Your Child to Ask Questions in Math
Getting students to ask questions is the first step toward true math understanding. Here’s how to help them grow more curious and confident.
Q: Do you remember what brought you into Mathnasium of Parker for the first time? A: I cannot lie, what brought me into Mathnasium was my parents. Lol. Seriously though, I wanted some additional help with math outside of the classroom.
Q: How did enrolling in Mathnasium affect your academic future? A: I think enrolling with Mathnasium was a key factor in my academic development and provided a foundation for future success within math. What made my experience unique was Mathnasium doesn't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach to teaching. Having a catered lesson plan that hits on the areas where I struggled was an invaluable experience and integral to developing my math skills.
Q: Do you still use the math you learned at Mathnasium of Parker today? A: I still use most of the math I learned while attending Mathnasium. Number sense and being able to logically think through certain situations and problems is a huge part of my day-to-day life. A lot of my current job involves making estimates and assumptions which requires being able to quickly do computation and having an idea of if your numbers seem reasonable. Although I cannot say I use Pythagorean theorem on a regular basis, the number sense and quantitative ability I developed while at Mathnasium have been key parts of my career
Q: So, where are you now? A: I currently live in New York City working in finance, specifically equity research. In my free time, I am an avid runner and snowboarder. A goal of mine is to continue working towards earning my CFA charter - a series of 3 qualitatively focused exams. A second, perhaps more exciting goal, is to begin training to run a half-marathon and eventually work my way to running a full marathon.
Mathnasium of Parker is a math-only learning center for K-12 students in Parker, CO. Trusted by over a million parents, Mathnasium uses personalized learning plans and the proprietary Mathnasium Method™ to help students catch up, keep up, and get ahead on their math journey.
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