Thursday, February 7, 2013

Free Interactive Math Textbook - www.mathopenref.com

MATH TEXTBOOK (WITH INTERACTIVE FEATURES)


Link:
http://www.mathopenref.com/index.html

What can a student do after they have returned the textbook to their school?
Simple.  Checkout the information at Math Open Reference.

Although this site does can some annoying side ads, the content seem reasonable from what I have read.

I would recommend this site as a source of math information. Perhaps it can help you learn.

http://www.mathopenref.com/index.html

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Fractions Fractions Fractions...

Where Can You Get Extra Help With Fractions?


Link: http://www.helpwithfractions.com

I have taught fraction addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to hundreds of students over many years. Learning takes time and effort. This online resource is another resources that parents and students can use help teach fractions. The free resources are recommended.

Enjoy!

Friday, January 4, 2013

3D Geometry - Interactive Learning from Annenberg.org ....

Learn Three Dimensional Geometry! Try this 3D interactive tool free online from Annenberg.org
 
http://www.learner.org/interactives/geometry/http://www.learner.org/interactives/geometry/

 

 

Explain How a Set of Points Makes Geometric Shapes...

Geometry and Sets of Points. What are the Connections?


Link: http://www.mathsisfun.com/sets/set-of-points.html

Lines. Circles. Ellipses. And more. These are all examples of sets of points. This website by MathIsFun.com provides a nice interactive overview of why this is so. It visually helps us understand what is happening.

Check it out.
Enjoy.
P. Hanna, OCT.

Thursday, January 3, 2013

Common Geometry Symbols and Names via MathIsFun.com

Can You Name or Write Common Geometry Symbols?
 
Many student have difficulty reading and writing math because they are unfamiliar with common geometry symbols. If you are one of them, then this website from MathIsFun.com can help. It provides a quick reference guide to common symbols. Check it out and learn!

Enjoy.
PH.

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

An Introduction to Algrebra via YouTube: Mathexpressions.com

New To Algebra?

 
This YouTube Video is a gentle introduction to algebra. It shows the thinking behind unknown numbers. The rest of the MathExpression.com videos are also helpful in learning mathematics.

Enjoy.
PHanna

Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Get Your Financial Toolkit from the Gov. of Canada...

Your Financial Toolkit

The new year is here and you want to manage your money better.
So set aside some time. Make a plan. And check out this Government of Canada resource!

Your money now $. Your money in the future $$$$?

Link: http://www.fcac-acfc.gc.ca/ft-of/home-accueil-eng.html

If you have the discipline to create and follow a financial plan, then this web resource might really help you get better organized. At the very least, you may learn some vocabulary that might help you in the future.

Enjoy.
PH.

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Pythagorean Theorem - Free Online Game Challenge

This free online game provides a gaming way to test your knowlege of how to use the Pythagorean Theorem. Try it!

http://www.math-play.com/Pythagorean-Theorem-Game.html

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Texting and Driving PSA Commercial YouTube

Public Service Announcement (PSA)
A Disturbing and Visually Graphic Video Showing the Results of Texting and Driving.


Viewer discretion advised.

Monday, December 17, 2012

INTEL: The Story Inside the Computer.

How Does A Computer Work? 
 
INTEL The Story Inside the Computer.
Link: http://educate.intel.com/en/TheJourneyInside/ExploreTheCurriculum/EC_IntroductionToComputers/
Intel is one of the leading computer chip makers in the world. The education divsion put together a good step-by-step set of lessons showing how computers are designed and built.

I like the interactive approach offered by this website. It provides a high school appropriate approach to understanding computers, but is also interesting to anyone of anyage that wants to learn more.

Check it out! I think it is an excellent learning resource!!

Enjoy.

P. Hanna

Thursday, December 13, 2012

What is a Prime Number? Want a Prime calculator?...

Prime Number Calculator Helps Find Primes!

If you are confused about prime numbers, then check out Prime Number Chart and Calculator from MathisFun.

Here, you can see a list of many prime numbers. In addition, you can enter a number into the calculator to see if it is a prime number.

Prime numbers are the key to computer password encryption and security.

Enjoy.
PH.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Test Your Times Table Knowledge...

Test Your Multiplication Abilities!

Math is Fun provides a simple times table test.

Link: http://www.mathsisfun.com/timestable.html

Try it. And pass it on.

My observation is that the lack of basic multiplication skills causes students a lot of grief in high school. The sooner you learn your times tables, the better your math class experience will be in high school!

Good luck and enjoy.
PH.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

TED Video: Why Do We Solve for "X"?...

Why Do We Solve for X? Does Anyone Know?
Answer: Yes. Watch and Learn...
http://www.ted.com/talks/terry_moore_why_is_x_the_unknown.html
TED: We Do We Solve for X? (A video explanation.)

TED Talks are well known and information discussion platforms providing insights into many topics.

Here, we find out why we use the letter x.
Link: http://www.ted.com/talks/terry_moore_why_is_x_the_unknown.html

Hint: A long time ago...

Now we know, why we solve for x!
Pass it on.
PH.

Monday, December 10, 2012

Learn How to Create a Graph with KidZone...

Create a Graph.

Learn simple graphing tools with KidZone Create a Graph. XY Scatter Plot, Bar Graphs, Circle Graphs and more are available at this website.

Link: http://nces.ed.gov/nceskids/createagraph/default.aspx?ID=11c0777d5b2a4308b858f37c653372e3

The big idea here is to become familiar with the words and concepts surrounding graphs. See the connection between data values.

It works for me. Hope it works for you, too!

Mr. P. Hanna

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Learn Basic Fractions at Coolmath.com ...

Get Free Fraction Lessons

Link: http://www.coolmath.com/prealgebra/01-p2-fractions/index.html

What is a fraction? How do we add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions? If you need some help in learning or reviewing these concepts, then this website may help you!

My observation is that many people suffer from fraction anxiety because they do not want to be wrong when working with fractions so they avoid thme altogether. Such a strategy rarely helps a person learn fractions. So, instead of avoiding fractions, why not invest some time and see if you can learn these skills.

It may really help you!

Enjoy. PH

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

X and Y Intercepts via YouTube: MathExpressions...

What are X and Y Intercepts?
Find out by watching this Youtube video from Mathexpressions.com.

 
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjKd5KiALWw&feature=bf_next&list=ULsHawdJFDsZk
(Dececember 5, 2012)

Enjoy!
P. Hanna