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Free online tools for a mathematics teacher

Here is a link below where you can find free online technology tools as a mathematics teacher. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwj2_YzbqbaBAxUOCuwKHZdRAEMQFnoECAkQAw&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.educationworld.com%2Fnode%2F45806&usg=AOvVaw2atynwwQSzejRLHGkCrvLq&opi=89978449

A word of encouragement for new teachers

~B eing a teacher is not easy at all. It takes hard work, dedication, and the patience of a saint. But the rewards of being a great teacher are countless. ~The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. ~A teacher who loves learning earns the right and the ability to help others learn.” – Ruth Beechick. ~It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” – Albert Einstein. ~Lastly, your passion, commitment, and love for your students make the world a better place.

How to manage teacher stress

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Now this is a topic we should definitely keep in mind hey. I believe at some point we as teachers all go through this stage so i will drop a video below on how you can manage your stress as a teacher. An image of what we go through when the stress is just too much to handle

How to plan for an upcoming math lesson

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  Here are a few tips you can use, just click the link below,read and enjoy. https://rainbowskycreations.com/6-strategies-to-help-create-maths-lessons-your-students-will-love/

My favorite apps for mathematics

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Hello today I just want to share a list of all my favorite apps that I find tremendously useful in teaching mathematics hope it will help you as well. The apps can be download on google Play Store or IOS App Store, I will just drop their names and an image for you to see and know which is the correct app.                                                             ~Prodigy Math: Kids Game ~DoodleMath                                                                                                                                              ~Marble Math Junior                                                                                                                   ~Math Kids: Math Games For Kids                                                                   

How to monitor student progress

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Hey guys, I thought I might share this with my fellow mathematics teachers as I read through it, and it helped me tremendously. The links are below. Hope y'all enjoy it.  https://www.education.ne.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Teaching-Math-to-Young-Children-Recommendation-3.pdf https://www.prodigygame.com/main-en/blog/student-progress-monitoring-tools/

Athletics day

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  ANNOUNCEMENT  We will be having our annual athletics day at school on the 28th of October 2023 . I will be dropping a video below that will basically help us with ideas on how we can make this day fun for us as teachers as well as for our learners.

Parents Meeting

  Main points to be discussed in the meeting!!! Meeting scheduled for the 20th of September 2023 at 18H00 Venue-School Hall ~In class progress ~Academic expectations ~Long term goals ~Special needs (For the parents) ~Medical need (For the parents) ~Discuss strengths and areas of  needs. ~Punctuality and school fees.

Test Dates

Good day my fellow colleagues here are the dates on which our learners will be writing mathematics test  in case a few didn't make notes. 26 September 2023: 11H00-12H00 Topic- Shapes (Grades 1-3) 03 October 2023: 09H00-10H00 Topic- Number Names 10 October 2023: 08H00-09H00 Topic- Money Thank you!

Ways to improve students' success in a math's class.

1. Build confidence -T alk About Failure. While getting a failing mark on a test or a project can be a blow to a child’s self-esteem and confidence, in the overall learning process, failing a test or a project can be a valuable lesson for students. In school and life, setbacks happen. When they do, they also present opportunities to explore different options, try new paths, and implement new strategies.  Knowing that failure is a normal part of the learning process  is key to a positive learning attitude. While the idea of failing can seem scary, it helps students develop learning skills, boost their determination, and build self-esteem and confidence. 2.  Encourage questioning and make space for       curiosity  Students are naturally curious! Find ways ignite their curiosity with fun activities.  3. Share positive attitudes about math's - A positive attitude toward math boosts the brain’s memory center and predicts math performance independent of factors such as a child’s IQ, a