In fourth grade, students focus most on using all four operations - addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division - to solve multi-step word problems involving multi-digit numbers. Fourth-grade ...

All those long multiplication tables. Timed tests and “mad minutes” of worksheet problem-solving. Fluency drills. Somehow, getting kids to know their basic math facts continues to be at the heart of ...

An EdWeek Research Center survey finds that educators see older students' lack of progress in the subject as an acute problem ...

Why math centers: They provide structured, engaging ways for students to practice key skills while freeing teachers to work with small groups. Consistent yet flexible: Keeping the format the same but ...

As teacher confidence grows, the way that math feels in the classroom begins to shift and evolves into a move positive ...

California stands at a pivotal moment in math education. The State Board of Education has adopted a new mathematics framework for kindergarten through grade twelve that emphasizes equity, engagement, ...

Fourth grade math is a big leap, but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. With smart lesson planning, diagnostic tools, and gamified activities, teachers can make learning both effective and ...