Automaticity! What is automaticity? When I ask you your name, you say it without even thinking about it. You know phone numbers and addresses "off the top of your head." These are examples of automaticity. This is the goal for all of the basic math facts in fourth grade.
HOW SHOULD I PRACTICE MY FACTS?
Focus on working on those facts that you are not familiar with. Do not waste valuable time going over 2+2=4 when you already know that 2+2=4. Split your flashcards into two piles- one pile of facts that you have memorized and another pile of facts that you need to work on. Once you have the facts that you have memorized in one pile, SET THEM ASIDE AND DO NOT GO BACK TO THEM! Work on those facts that you are not familiar with and then gradually take those facts and add them to the "memorized pile". You will then see that you are spending the majority of your time on the facts you do not know well, and will be getting the practice you need. You should be able to see the results on your speed drills.Back to Top
Focus on working on those facts that you are not familiar with. Do not waste valuable time going over 2+2=4 when you already know that 2+2=4. Split your flashcards into two piles- one pile of facts that you have memorized and another pile of facts that you need to work on. Once you have the facts that you have memorized in one pile, SET THEM ASIDE AND DO NOT GO BACK TO THEM! Work on those facts that you are not familiar with and then gradually take those facts and add them to the "memorized pile". You will then see that you are spending the majority of your time on the facts you do not know well, and will be getting the practice you need. You should be able to see the results on your speed drills.
WHAT IS A SPEED DRILL?
A speed drill is a sheet of facts that you are expected to complete in a certain amount of time. Ample amount of time will be given at the beginning of the year, but will gradually be shortened as each week goes on. This counts as part of your math grade. You can see why it is so important to practice your flashcards three times a week.Back to Top
A speed drill is a sheet of facts that you are expected to complete in a certain amount of time. Ample amount of time will be given at the beginning of the year, but will gradually be shortened as each week goes on. This counts as part of your math grade. You can see why it is so important to practice your flashcards three times a week.
WHY ARE SPEED DRILLS IMPORTANT?
I want you to be able to KNOW your facts without counting on your fingers, pausing, or thinking about what is for lunch :) When I ask you "What is your name?" you automatically reply with your "Name". You do not have to stop to figure out what your name is. In the same way, when you see 7+9= ? you should immediately be able to write the answer 16 in the blank. This will sharpen your thinking skills and free up your brain space to think about the rest of the problem that includes the math fact. FOR EXAMPLE: If you do not have to think about the math fact when working long division or a multiplication problem, you can focus harder on the procedure and get the problems done quicker.Back to Top
I want you to be able to KNOW your facts without counting on your fingers, pausing, or thinking about what is for lunch :) When I ask you "What is your name?" you automatically reply with your "Name". You do not have to stop to figure out what your name is. In the same way, when you see 7+9= ? you should immediately be able to write the answer 16 in the blank. This will sharpen your thinking skills and free up your brain space to think about the rest of the problem that includes the math fact. FOR EXAMPLE: If you do not have to think about the math fact when working long division or a multiplication problem, you can focus harder on the procedure and get the problems done quicker.
WHAT TIME SHOULD I SET AS MY GOAL?
The class goal for this quarter is: 50 addition/subtraction in 1:15 with 93% accuracy Quarter 1 60 multiplication/division in 2:00 with 93%accuracy Quarter 1 Less time is even BETTER!Back to Top
The class goal for this quarter is: 50 addition/subtraction in 1:15 with 93% accuracy Quarter 1 60 multiplication/division in 2:00 with 93%accuracy Quarter 1 Less time is even BETTER!
WHERE CAN I GO TO GET EXTRA PRACTICE AND HELP!!!
http://www.321know.com/div55_x2.htm THIS IS A GREAT SITE FOR PRACTICING ALL YOUR MATH CONCEPTS ESPECIALLY MULTIPLICATION AND DIVISION.Back to Top
http://www.321know.com/div55_x2.htm THIS IS A GREAT SITE FOR PRACTICING ALL YOUR MATH CONCEPTS ESPECIALLY MULTIPLICATION AND DIVISION.
Practice time and money on the computer
http://drill.edu4kids.com/index.php At this site's home page, click on the left margin for math and then follow the prompts. You do not have to have a membership to make good use of this site!Back to Top
http://drill.edu4kids.com/index.php At this site's home page, click on the left margin for math and then follow the prompts. You do not have to have a membership to make good use of this site!
Multiplication arrays: An explanation
http://www.eduplace.com/math/mw/background/3/05/te_3_05_overview.h tmlBack to Top
http://www.eduplace.com/math/mw/background/3/05/te_3_05_overview.h tml
Around the world in 80 seconds A math fact game
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/adventure/math2.htm#Back to Top
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/adventure/math2.htm#
Dude's Dilemma Another fun math fact game CAN YOU DO IT??
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/adventure/math1.htm#Back to Top
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/adventure/math1.htm#
helpful websiteS
http://www.webmath.com/index3.html DR. MATH http://mathforum.org/library/drmath/sets/elem_division.htmlBack to Top
http://www.webmath.com/index3.html DR. MATH http://mathforum.org/library/drmath/sets/elem_division.html