Students' ability to use appropriate tools strategically is an important skill of mathematically proficient students (SMP 5, CCSSI 2010, p. 7). A parallel practice for teachers is using appropriate tools strategically for mathematics instruction. An important element of this practice is that the use of technology depends on the goals of…

Every day, people use data to make decisions that affect their personal and professional lives, trusting that the data are correct. Many times, however, the data are inaccurate, as a result of a flaw in the design or methodology of the survey used to collect the data. Researchers agree that only questions that are clearly worded, unambiguous, free…

One hundred forty-five studies concerning individualized programs of mathematics instruction were reviewed. The summary of results presented tends to support the effectiveness of individualized programs, but notes possible difficulties in implementing them. (SD)

A study was conducted on some of the tips given to the students for capturing the video of the dynamic activity on their computer screens. It was found that the above activity of creating a video proved to be useful to the mathematics educators and the students for presentation in the conference or in the classrooms.

The author finds that students who have not previously mastered arithmetic skills do not benefit from an individualized review course. He describes such a course and presents four case studies in support of his position. (SD)