Anxiety Strategies
How Math Anxiety Can Show Up?
Negative self-talk (“I’m bad at math,” “I’ll never get this”) that gets louder in their head and makes it harder to think
what does the P and E stand for in PEMDAS?
"P" stands for Parentheses and "E" stands for Exponents.
what is a variable in math?
a variable is a symbol, usually a letter, that represents a quantity or an unknown value
Which learning Style has these Characteristics: Learn best by doing and are hands-on, often involving movement and physical activity.
Kinesthetic
MEN ARE BETTER IN MATH THAN WOMEN.
True or False?
FALSE!-Research has failed to show any difference between men and women in mathematical ability. Men are reluctant to admit they have problems so they express difficulty with math by saying, "I could do it if I tried." Women are often too ready to admit inadequacy and say, "I just can't do math."
What was one Behavioral Symptoms of math Anxiety?
(it was highlighted)
Getting distracted by small sounds (like pencils tapping or people whispering)
what does the M and D stand for in PEMDAS?
M stands for Multiplication and D stands for Division
what are cognitive resources??
mental tools” your brain uses to think, focus, and solve problems. They include things like memory, attention, and problem-solving skills
Which learning style has these Characteristics: Prefer to see information presented graphically, such as through pictures, charts, maps, and diagrams.
Auditory
THERE IS A BEST WAY TO DO MATH PROBLEMS.
True or False?
False-A math problem may be solved by a variety of methods which express individuality and originality-but there is no best way.
What is one Physical Symptom of math anxiety?
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Feeling frozen when looking at a page full of math problems (“brain fog”)
what does the A and S stand for in PEMDAS?
A stands for Addition and S stands for Subtraction
Define negative self talk?
give an example of What that might look like?
When you’re being really hard on yourself — like putting yourself down, only noticing mistakes, or thinking things will always go wrong.
👉 It’s like having a “mean voice” in your head that isn’t fair or true... “I can’t do this,” “I will never get it,” or “I’m just not a math person.”
Which learning style has these Characteristics: Learn best by listening and often prefer information presented vocally, such as lectures, discussions, or music.
Visual
MATH IS DONE BY WORKING INTENSELY UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS SOLVED...
True or False?
False- Solving problems requires both resting and working intensely. Going away from a problem and later returning to it allows your mind time to assimilate ideas and develop new ones
Where dose math anxiety come from?
This anxiety can stem from past negative math experiences, lack of confidence, or negative attitudes from teachers and peers.
Solve 5 + (3 × 2)
P---5 + (3 × 2)
M----(3 × 2) = 6
5 + 6
A---5 + 6 = 11
✅ Final Answer: 11
A learning style refers to an individual's preferred method for receiving, processing, and retaining information
What is the Best type of learning style ?
Whichever one works for you! its personal!
MATH REQUIRES A GOOD MEMORY.
True or False?
False-Knowing math means that concepts make sense to you and rules and formulas seem natural. This kind of knowledge cannot be gained through rote memorization.
Who Are the 4 horsemen of Negative self talk?
The worrier
The victim
The Critic
The Perfectionist
**Lets mix it up**
What is "KFC" in mathematics? what dose it stand for?
an acronym and a mnemonic device for the Keep, Flip, Change method of dividing fractions.
K-Keep
F-Flip
C-change
What is a cram session?
A “cram session” is when you try to study a lot of information all at once, usually right before a test.
👉 It often means staying up late and rushing to learn everything in a short time.
what is it called when you have multiple learning styles?
multimodality -using multiple senses (modalities) simultaneously to engage a learner
AKA-multimodal or multisensory learning style
SOME PEOPLE HAVE A "MATH MIND" AND SOME DON'T.
True or False?
False-Belief in myths about how math is done leads to a complete lack of self-confidence. But it is self-confidence that is one of the most important determining factors in mathematical performance.
( once the emotional blocks are removed you can accomplish anything)