Category: Why Monkey Math?
No More Math Block
| March 22, 2012 | Posted by mjfulmer under Why Monkey Math? |
To read full post, click the title. Monkeys like to explore, are curious and clever, and they have a reputation for being funny and mischievous; all things that are appealing to children. Fun, movement, novelty, and engagement are keys to turning on the learning switch in our brains, so please join me in monkeying around […]
Monkey Around With Math
| March 22, 2012 | Posted by mjfulmer under Why Monkey Math? |
To read full post, click the title. Attention and engagement are the keys to learning. Solving a math problem requires an active mind; a mind that will explore the possibilities when the answer is not obvious, that will persevere, be creative, and seek a variety of ways to explore the problem. This is the kind […]
