Description
Mastering multiplication is a key component of a student’s ability to cultivate confidence in math and in life. In this course, California Teacher of the Year and creator of Multiplication Nation, Alex Kajitani, walks you through his proven approach to teaching students how to master multiplication, “The Three ‘Ms’: Meet, Memorize, Master.”
Here is an overview of what you’ll learn in each section:
- Meet:
- Multiplication as a strategy
- Commutative property
- Multiplication chart
- Skip counting
- Memorize:
- Forwards, backwards, mix ‘em up
- Flash cards
- Seeing and hearing
- Songs, charts, and games
- Master:
- Timed vs. untimed
- Mix it up
- Celebrate
- Tricks that expire
Presenter Bio
Alex Kajitani (Kaw-juw-taw-nee) is the 2009 California Teacher of the Year, and a Top-4 Finalist for National Teacher of the Year. He is the co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Inspiration for Teachers, and his first book, Owning It was named “Recommended Reading” by the U.S. Department of Education. Alex is also on a mission to get every kid in America to learn their times tables, and to make this happen, he created the popular online program www.MultiplicationNation.com. Alex is a highly-sought after keynote speaker who supports and motivates teachers nationwide, and he’s known around the world as “The Rappin’ Mathematician.” Alex has a popular TED Talk, has been honored at The White House, and was featured on The CBS Evening News, where Katie Couric exclaimed, “I LOVE that guy!” For more of his innovative ideas, visit www.AlexKajitani.com.
Maria – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
Awesome course with so many wonderful ideas. I highly recommend this course.
Judith – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
Really liked his ideas
Marilou – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
This was great, loved it! I always need ideas for multiplication. Thank you
Leticia – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
Really great strategies!
Juanita – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
Great ideas. Cannot wait to use them in my classroom.
Alma – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
Alex Kajitani has really great ideas to help our students master multiplication.
Shaila – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
Great course.
Kimberley – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
This is an excellent approach to teaching multiplication.
Martin – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
very informative
Yahaira – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
I think this course was very informative.