22. February 2020 · Comments Off on Where To Start with and More · Categories: Software

How to Teach a Math Curriculum as a Newbie

If it’s your first time to teach math, bravely accept the challenge. Eventually, you will see that it’s all about developing good rapport with your students. But how do you make that possible?

Chill.

First of all, any new is usually scary, especially if it’s teaching math. However, you don’t have to let it show. In fact, the exact opposite could work wonders. Your students will even appreciate how the school’s math curriculum seems so much easier with you teaching it. Sometimes, it’s really about perspective and mind-conditioning, especially with a dash of humor.

Maintain control.

Any math curriculum is doomed to fail if students are out of control, so be happy to stop a class for the sake of addressing a disciplinary issue. This is better than dealing with mounting behavior problems all year long. It’s best to let students know what is acceptable and what is unacceptable to you, right from the start, so everyone knows everyone’s expectations.

Get the students involved.

Encouraging group work among students is a great way to teach a math curriculum. Most of us agree that this subject is one of the hardest so having a study partner can sure help to ease some of the pressure. This system can even help maintain order among the students, who will now have no choice but to work together as a team. Competitions can also be a good way to encourage them to study harder and for the math curriculum to work better.

Motivate your students.

It’s smart to start the school year knowing what your students’ problem areas are and to tailor your approach accordingly. School responsibilities can a a huge burden to students, but if you are sincere in what you do and they see that, they may compensate you with hard work themselves.

Be less predictable.

Let’s face it – any math curriculum is boring when presented no differently from day to day. In other words, be creative! No need to spend a lot – just keep things variable.

Have a plan.

Some things are best unplanned, but if you’re a math teacher, planning could be key. Your class will be busy and have no time to think of mischief. Plan other activities they can engage in. For instance, students who finish the exam ahead of the rest can read some useful articles and earn bonus points towards their final score.

Learn to prioritize.

Lastly, remember that prioritization is helpful in many scenarios, but most especially when teaching math. Start by using a diary for writing down your tasks according to importance. Let it also be a reminder that you don’t have to do everything that’s expected of you. If you are free, feel free to enjoy yourself.

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