Publication Date
2023
Abstract
Introducing Usable Math
- Free & Accessible: An OER platform tailored for elementary kids, educators, caregivers and families.
- Interactive Problem Solving: Engages students in grades 3-6 in math problem solving and design thinking.
- Four Virtual Coaches: Estella Explainer, Chef Math Bear, How-to-Hound & Visual Vicuna offer diverse problem-solving strategies through words, images, animations, and more.
- Encouragement & Motivation: After every problem a feedback slide builds children’s learning and confidence while fostering curiosity about maths.
- Multiple Modes of Learning: 17 modules explore essential math concepts and 3 new modules integrate storytelling, history, and science learning.
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2023 MassCUE Conference, on October 18 in Foxborough, MA.