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• Can Math Games Really Be Used To Teach Math?

Can math games really be used to teach math? The answer to that is yes and no. Successfully mastering different math elements depends on many factors and processes. Teachers introduce the concepts and processes; they spend time answering questions and rephrasing material until kids grasp the subject. But most children need reinforcement to solidify math concepts and problem execution in their heads. This typically happens through classroom activities and homework. And this is where math games on computer software can come in.
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• The Homework War: The Parents' Camp

School is back in session and all you can think of is the impending nightly homework battle. As a parent, you are more than half responsible for setting the stage for the battle, the strategic maneuvering and the conflict resolution. Here are some suggestions for shortening the skirmishes and for forging a lasting peace treaty. Parents have a obligations to set rules, boundaries and to try to make evening homework time run as smoothly as possible.
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• The Homework War: The Students' Camp

Previously, we addressed the responsibilities of the parents in the homework war. Now, we'll talk about the responsibilities of the student. We aren't trying to escalate the battles by calling this a war, but most parents would agree that getting homework done can make for a stressful and conflict-ridden evening. By examining the roles of the two sides involved, parents and student, and examining roles and responsibilities of each, it is possible to defuse and prevent homework battles and to create a smoother, more efficient homework united front.
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• Identify and Capitalize on Your Child's Learning Style

Success in school and in life depends on learning effectively and on being able to apply that knowledge. Everyone's learning style is different, yet most schools teach to a predominant learning style. Identifying your child's learning style and finding a way to create or enhance that environment will increase your child's learning success.
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• Educational Software: It's tough to compete with video games!

Let's face it; your child would probably rather play a video game than an educational software game. But, there are many important considerations when shopping for educational software that will help to increase the odds that your child will play the software, will learn from it and will actually enjoy it.
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