Mathematics is an essential subject that requires a strong foundation. In high school, students’ skills and knowledge of maths are assessed to enable educators to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses. As a provider of standardised testing and practice tests, it is essential to recognise how to improve students’ maths abilities.
Therefore, we have identified 5 powerful strategies that will help high school students improve their maths skills and achieve academic success.
Initiate Early Intervention
It is essential to assess school students’ maths abilities early on, identify areas of concern and work on them. Teachers can evaluate students’ maths abilities through small assessments and offer additional support to address any gaps.
Early intervention includes creating a positive attitude towards maths and building a strong foundation of basic concepts. Teachers can encourage group exercises and activities that focus on collaborative learning which can have a significant impact on students’ maths abilities.
Focus on Mastery Over Memorisation
Memorisation is only beneficial to a limited extent in maths. It is important to focus on the mastery of concepts, as it fosters a deeper understanding of maths.
Educators should develop a learning environment wherein students will practice maths concepts and problems until they understand them thoroughly. This will help students be more confident in their abilities and be better positioned to succeed in maths in high school.
Personalised Learning Approach
A personalised learning approach can effectively improve maths abilities in high school students. Teachers can create a curriculum that is catered towards individual students’ needs and abilities.
Personalised learning approaches allow students to work at their own pace and focus on areas they need to improve upon instead of following a predetermined lesson plan. Teachers can use assessment data to identify gaps at the individual student level and recommend activities and resources that aid students’ learning goals.
Foster a Growth Mindset
A growth mindset propels learners to take risks, think creatively, and look for opportunities to learn. Students with a growth mindset do not give up easily when faced with challenges; instead, they view mistakes as an opportunity to learn.
Teachers need to foster a growth mindset in their students by supporting them through the learning process. Encourage students to think critically and approach problems creatively. Celebrate progress and highlight the effort put in rather than just success.
Technology as a Learning Tool
Technology can be an incredible tool to improve maths abilities and motivate students. With the right technology, students can experience maths as an interactive and enjoyable learning experience. Interactive games, online resources, and practice tests can help students develop their maths skills, identify gaps, and improve their abilities.
Encourage technology integration in classroom instruction and include maths games and activities as part of the learning process.
In Summary
Improving high school students’ math’s abilities requires a multifaceted approach that includes early intervention, personalized learning approaches, technology integration, a focus on mastery and fostering a growth mindset. When implemented with care and attention, these strategies can make a significant difference in students’ math’s abilities and their academic success. Incorporating these strategies into your teaching practices can also help improve student outcomes and create a fruitful learning environment.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and Dvid Cates
