Monthly Archives: March 2016

  An, S. A., Tillman, D. A., Boren, R. & Wang, J. (2014). Fostering Elementary Students’ Mathematics Disposition through Music-Mathematics Integrated Lessons. International Journal for Mathematics Teaching & Learning,  p1-19 Through a controlled study students used mathematics knowledge to answer mathematical tasks … Continue reading →

For my last post about motivation, I thought it would be beneficial to examine reasons why students are unmotivated at school. First off, about 40% of students are disengaged from school by high school.  The lack of motivation begins early … Continue reading →

Engagement with material is critical for learning. By giving students a sense of autonomy, they will probably be more engaged in the learning if they feel that they have some choice in what they choose to do. It empowers students … Continue reading →

Any classroom teacher that has an EA knows that they are much appreciated. I am truly thankful that the practicum class that I am working in has 2 EA’s! We have several students who need support. 1 child has autism+OCD, … Continue reading →