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Mathematics can be a subject that’s a bit unrelatable for some. Perhaps you recall sitting in a math class at some point, wondering, “When am I ever going to use quadratic equations?” But a new book ...
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A key instructional shift called for by the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics is the dual emphasis on conceptual understanding and procedural fluency. NCTM draws a connection between these ...
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(Kitco News) - The way Mark Sebastian sees it, pilots have to understand the concept of what makes an airplane lift off before they are allowed to fly. Likewise, traders should understand the ...