Bacteria reproduce by binary fission. They break in half and one becomes two. I use this topic to link math and science when we study bacteria and viruses. I start off with the question: If you start with a penny and double it every day, how many dollars will one have in one month? Let [...]
Philippine-American Life Through a Scientific Lens
Tag Archive: Mathematics
The top five most influential mathematicians
Who are the top five most influential mathematicians? I have five in mind that are important and are helpful when teaching math as related to MathCounts. Many students do not know of any mathematicians and I think it is important to teach some of the more important and influential mathematicians. It is also possible to [...]
Club 91 Part B
My first video dealt with dividing numbers ending with zero, such as 30, 40, 50 etc. See part A below. I will now show you how to divide numbers that do not end in zero. This is the math trick that we use in class to try and beat the calculator. It really gets kids [...]
Top scientists and mathematicians writing assignment
Background Information During the school year, I introduce an important scientist or mathematician almost every week. I believe it’s important to study the history of science and math as it puts the science content in perspective. I also try to give an equal amount of male and female scientists so all of my students may [...]
Divide by 91 the Club 91 way – Part A
I use Club 91 as a fun way to sharpen my students’ math skills. If they can beat the calculator, then they can join Club 91. To divide by 91, one must keep in mind that their are two routines to know before you begin. Today, I will show you what to do when the [...]