#MathTricks: Divisibility
To test if a number is divisible by 11, follow the general rule: the difference of the sum of alternating digits can be divided by 11. To determine if the number 2,728 is divisible by 11, find the difference of the ..
It is no secret that many students are struggling due to school disruption during the pandemic. Standardized test scores are down[1], motivation levels are slipping worldwide[2,3], and even those earning A's may not be getting the depth of understanding they need for future courses.[4] Out of all topics, mathematics has been the most impacted.[5] As overwhelming as it may feel, this summer presents students the perfect opportunity to overcome any setbacks and gain that deeper knowledge.
Typically, this is the time of year when we would start talking about how nearly three months without regular math practice can lead to learning loss.
This year, students started behind due to shutdowns,[6] and without additional support, the gaps created are likely to cause future difficulty in class.
It is not an exaggeration to say that a student's experience in school can have lifelong effects. One study found that a student's math classroom experience can change their interest in pursuing STEM careers, with positive experiences correlating significantly with higher interest.[7]
"My only regret is we didn't come here earlier! My then 5th grader was immediately convinced with their environment and teaching tricks and tips. They changed her perspective of Math from 'worried' to 'fun'."
— Subha K., Mathnasium of Redmond Parent
According to their parents, 90% or more of Mathnasium's students see improvement in their attitude towards math, grades, and understanding.[8]
"Our two girls had an amazing time this last summer. The teachers truly made math fun for the kids and best of all, going back to school has been a breeze for them because they kept their last year skills sharp and got a head start on the new material."
— Tammy H., Mathnasium of Redmond Parent
Our flexible session packages are perfect for working around summer vacations and hectic summer schedules. Help the student in your life succeed. Make this summer a Mathnasium Summer.
Resources:
1. NWEA.org[1,5,6]
2. Niemi, H. M., & Kousa, P. (2020). A case study of students’ and teachers’ perceptions in a Finnish high school during the COVID pandemic. International Journal of Technology in Education and Science (IJTES), 4(4), 352-369.[2]
3. Wahyuddin, W., Maharida, M., Jusriadi, E., & Syafaruddin, S. (2020). Analysis of motivation and how the
students learn in pandemic. PEDAGOGIA: Jurnal Pendidikan, 9(2). doi:10.21070/pedagogia.v9i2.570[3]
4. Hoadley, U. (2020). Schools in the time of COVID-19: Impacts of the pandemic on curriculum.[4]
5. Wang, M. (2012). Educational and career interests in math: a longitudinal examination of the links between classroom environment, motivational beliefs, and interests. Developmental Psychology, 48(6), 1643-1657.[7]
6. Mathnasium Parent Survey. (2018).[8]