Jim Wheelin's Article in Reference and Education

543 Online Math Games and Common Core State Standards
The typical school curriculum requires students to be taught according to a rigid set of common core state standards. A huge part of any educator's job is to make sure that each and every student meets or exceeds those standards.
Posted on Jan-04-2012

355 The Benefits of Adaptive Learning Math Games in the Classroom
As a teacher, you already know that students fall across a very broad spectrum when it comes to proficiency with mathematics. Some students already have a solid base and understand basic concepts, while others are somewhat behind.
Posted on Jan-04-2012

398 Enhance 3rd Grade Math Concepts with Online Games
A wide range of important math concepts are introduced in the third grade. One of the most famous ones is multiplication. Most parents have a natural fear or dread of the period during which their child will have to learn multiplication.
Posted on Jan-04-2012

340 Use 2nd Grade Math Games to Boost Your Child's Confidence with Math
Confidence with mathematics is priceless, and it needs to be developed early in life if it's going to be developed at all. While some children have a natural aptitude for math and display a great deal of confidence with it during the course of regular school instruction, others need a little help.
Posted on Jan-04-2012

354 Effective Strategies for Teaching Math to Young Students
Whether you’re a teacher, tutor or parent, knowing how to teach math is a fundamental part of the curriculum. The traditional classroom has focused on teacher-led discussions that are delivered to the classroom as a whole.
Posted on Dec-08-2011

311 The Importance of a Response to Intervention Program in the Elementary Curriculum
Response to Intervention (RTI) is a multi-tiered approach toward academic intervention. There are three tiers that increase in the level of intensity, with the first tier being the largest and most basic,
Posted on Dec-08-2011

356 Why Online Math Games for Kindergarten are Powerful Learning Aids
Online math games for kindergarten are an excellent way to expand on the material being learned in school. Not all math games are created equal however,
Posted on Dec-08-2011

360 Why Every Math Teacher Should Be Familiar with Virtual Manipulatives
Being a teacher is a rewarding job, as you’re playing an active role in the shaping of students as they move along the education system.
Posted on Dec-08-2011

432 Using Adaptive Learning Programs as a Form of Math Help
There are a variety of tools used to help students learn the basic concepts of math, and a recent focus has been on interactive online games and puzzles.
Posted on Dec-08-2011

311 Valuable Adaptive Learning Math Games for First Graders
A lot of change takes place during first grade, as kids are learning cause and effect, basic word problems and organizational skills.
Posted on Dec-08-2011

316 Practical Approaches to Teaching Kindergarten Math
Kindergarten is a time for active growth and exploration. Five-year-olds love learning about the world through hands-on discovery.
Posted on Dec-08-2011

291 Using Kindergarten Math Games to Advance the School Curriculum
One of the ways that five year olds learn best is through interactive play. That is why it is important to provide plenty of stimulating activities that foster this learning and growth.
Posted on Dec-08-2011

293 Helping Your Child to Make the Most out of First Grade Math Concepts
With your child attending school full time now, you’re probably noticing a lot of changes. First graders are not only adjusting to a full day of school,
Posted on Dec-08-2011

321 The Importance of Implementing an Elementary Math Intervention Program for Struggling Students
Math is a challenging subject, but one that is necessary for everyday applications. Whether it’s counting out money, using basic arithmetic or recognizing sequences, math concepts are constantly being used.
Posted on Dec-08-2011

335 The Benefits to Using Differentiated Instruction in the Elementary Classroom
Differentiated instruction focuses on the students and places them at the center of learning. Traditional classrooms focused on the teacher and did not account for the various learning styles of students.
Posted on Dec-08-2011

298 Understanding the Common Core State Standards and How Students Can Master Them
Elementary curriculums may vary based on the school and teaching approach of the classroom, but there are Common Core State Standards that must be met within each grade.
Posted on Dec-08-2011

325 The Value of Integrating Adaptive Learning Programs in the School Curriculum
Math is integral part of any school curriculum, and one that many students struggle with. In the past, it was believed that students who didn’t excel at the subject simply did not understand the material.
Posted on Dec-08-2011

296 Applying 3rd Grade Math Concepts in Adaptive Learning Programs
If your third grader needs help with math, there are many useful tools that can downloaded directly from the computer. Math is a subject that is best taught with visual aids,
Posted on Dec-08-2011

335 How to Enhance 2nd Grade Math Concepts Using Adaptive Learning Programs
Nothing is more important to your child’s future than his or her education. Although no two second graders are alike, there are certain developmental standards that are included in all second grade curriculums.
Posted on Dec-08-2011