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Getting middle schoolers excited about math can feel like pulling teeth, but digital math tools have become a game-changer for me in the classroom. Research by Johnson and Smith (2022) found that students using virtual manipulatives scored 15% higher on algebra assessments compared to traditional instruction alone. I’ve seen this firsthand – when my struggling […]

Have you ever tried to talk yourself into calming down in a stressful situation? If so, you’ll know how difficult it is to stop anxious thoughts when you have anxiety. But why is it so difficult? Because once you’re in a highly emotional state, your sympathetic nervous system is usually in charge. This is the […]