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A Mission To Improve School Mathematics
Development of Everyday Mathematics began with research. The authors of the curriculum reviewed existing research on children's mathematical thinking and on curriculum and instruction. They also interviewed hundreds of K-3 children and surveyed instructional practices in other countries.
Based on their findings, the authors established several basic principles that have guided the development of Everyday Mathematics:
- Students acquire knowledge and skills, and develop an understanding of mathematics from their own experience. Mathematics is more meaningful when it is rooted in real life contexts and situations.
- Children begin school with more mathematical knowledge and intuition than previously believed. Curriculum should build on this intuitive and concrete foundation, gradually helping children gain an understanding of the abstract and symbolic.
- Teachers and their ability to provide excellent instruction are the key factors in the success of any program.
Fact Power
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Everyday Mathematics emphasizes the importance of number-fact reflexes.
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Differentiated Instruction
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Everyday Mathematics relies on a number of instructional strategies that ensure all students achieve success. |
Many Solutions
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Everyday Mathematics encourages students to learn multiple solutions for doing arithmetic operations. Students can choose the way that works best for them. |
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