Why Math?
by According to Wikipedia, “Mathematics is an area of knowledge that includes the topics of numbers, formulas and related structures, shapes and the spaces in which …
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It’s All About the Dog
Meet Rufus, a super light stuffed dog that we use to decide who reads or answers a question next. How does an inanimate stuffed dog …
The impact of an antiracist math program on learning outcomes for economically challenged students of color
Abstract California’s economically disadvantaged students of color deserve to have a high-quality mathematics education. Historically, over 80% of these students leave high school below standard …
Thoughtful Thursday: Conundrums
During distance learning Astra school created a series of one to two minute Conundrum videos that describe a scenario and presents different choices that could …
Thoughtful Thursdays – What Makes it Unique?
Thoughtful Thursdays currently consist of two activities: “What makes it Unique?” and “Conundrums”. Both of these activities are designed to help students stimulate and grow …