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.
Lorena – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Awesome ideas.
Dawn – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
I really enjoyed this course. It gives great ideas to help students with this concept.
Liset – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Great!
Elinor – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Great!
DYLIELAH – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
Great lesson, should give it a try.
Kelli – MIDLOTHIAN ISD (verified owner) –
good
Adriana – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Great Presenter1
Anabel – DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –
Thank you. I enjoyed this practical workshop. These are things I can immediately apply with students.
Veronica – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
This course was easy to follow and had excellent information.
Jennifer – PLANO ISD (verified owner) –
Great!