Math Catcher

Teaching math in the cultural context of the students and teaching basic skills and problem-solving early are proposed strategies for overcoming challenges in teaching mathematics to Aboriginal youth.

Could we use those strategies for overcoming challenges in teaching mathematics to all? 

To learn more please follow the link                             http://mathcatcher.irmacs.sfu.ca/
Math Catcher - Mathematics Through Aboriginal Storytelling.

For more advanced math and cartoon enthusiasts follow the Math Girl link on Dr. Jungic's website.
http://people.math.sfu.ca/~vjungic/MathGirl.html

SFU Professor Makes Math Fun

“SFU professor makes math fun in a Coquitlam school” is an article about Dr. Veselin Jungic from SFU who provided 3 presentations to the Alderson Elementary grade 4/5 classes.

He said, "It seems that one of the issues is to start early to promote math with young people. I'm hoping the first step will create positive math experiences that will carry on into the future."

To read more follow the link:

http://www.tricitynews.com/community/211044081.html