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Ontario Ministry of Education: Developing Mathematical Literacy for All [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This document for Grades 7-9 teachers explains what mathematical literacy looks like and why it is so important to success in Mathematics, how to plan for it and what the research tells us. The focus is primarily on developing...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Common Core Mathematics: Building Vocabulary

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Educator Chris Luzniak encourages his students to apply authentic mathematics vocabulary when discussing and defending heir ideas. [1:39]
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Real Sociedad Matematica Espanola: Divulga Mat: Erase Una Vez Un Problema

For Students 9th - 10th
Short stories written with the intention to entertain those who think that mathematics must be serious or who reject mathematics. These problem stories with an added dose of humor shows that letters and numbers are a bit at odds.
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Chateau Meddybemps

Chateau Meddybemps: Math Skills Development

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st Standards
Thirteen steps in developing math understanding is provided by Susan Jindrich, who has contributed to the creation of Chateau Meddybemps.
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Is Math Discovered or Invented?

For Students 9th - 10th
Would mathematics exist if people didn't? Did we create mathematical concepts to help us understand the world around us, or is math the native language of the universe itself? Jeff Dekofsky traces some famous arguments in this ancient...
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Math Jokes Explained

For Students 9th - 10th
It's not your typical knock-knock joke- these funny jests will tickle your imaginary numbers and teach you a thing or two about mathematics. [4:04]
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: What's an Algorithm?

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
An algorithm is a method of solving problems both big and small. Though computers run algorithms constantly, humans can also solve problems with algorithms. David J. Malan explains how algorithms can be used in seemingly simple...
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: A Performance of "Mathemagic"

For Students 9th - 10th
Arthur Benjamin talks about mathematical quandries in our everyday lives. See if these have any effect on how you feel about math.