ORIGO Education’s conceptual approach to mathematics brings visual models and language into every Pre-K through Grade 6 lesson we do. We start with building a deeper understanding of the concepts underlying abstract symbols. This provides your students with the confidence and ability to apply mathematics in new and unfamiliar situations. Watch the video below and […]
READ MOREEmbracing the Technology that Empowers Teachers
Technology should empower, rather than replace, educators At ORIGO Education, it goes without saying that we are always looking for new ways to improve the learning outcomes for students. By natural extension, this involves researching new technologies and the latest and greatest emerging teaching techniques. When we think about modern EdTech we are really thinking […]
READ MOREIntroducing the language approach for teaching mathematics conceptually
At ORIGO we believe language is critical to developing a deeper understanding in mathematics for all Pre-K through Grade 6 students. Watch the video below to learn why language is important when teaching mathematics. Want more? Download this FREE ORIGO Stepping Stones lesson and discover the way visual models are used and how students are […]
READ MORETeaching mathematics conceptually just makes sense!
ORIGO Education was founded in 1995 on the premise that mathematics should be taught conceptually. But what does teaching conceptually mean, and why should math be taught that way? In elementary school, mathematics has always relied heavily on students remembering procedures and rules, with the occasional trick to help them calculate correct answers. With this […]
READ MORESharing Little Gems of Math Understanding!
Gems of math understanding or “aha” moments are often similar for teachers regardless of their location Over the past 25 years I have been very fortunate that my business has given me the opportunity to travel and work in several countries, including 46 states of America. During this time, I have delivered thousands of hours […]
READ MOREORIGO Experts Share Their Love of Math
We all use math in everyday applications whether we’re aware of it or not. If you look around, you’ll see math in action from some unexpected places. Mathematics is a universal language and helps us create and bring our ideas into reality. From cooking a fantastic meal to playing music to knitting that perfect scarf. […]
READ MOREFocus on Fractions: A Visual Model to Teach Multiplication and Division of Fractions
Employing Computational Thinking when teaching multiplication and division of fractions. There are a few statements from elementary school mathematics that seem to be universally imprinted in the minds of adults. Two of these relate to multiplying and dividing fractions. For multiplication, adults usually recall the rule, “Multiply the top numbers and multiply the bottom numbers.” […]
READ MOREWebinar / Fractions in the Real World: Sharing and Scaling
Don’t miss our next webinar in the Fractions series on Wednesday, February 20th. Fractions are part of our everyday lives from price increases and discounts to scaling art up and down. Join us to explore these connections, including challenges students face and the learning opportunities they provide! Wednesday, February 20, 2019 4:00 – 5:00 pm […]
READ MOREFocus on Fractions: The Necessary Prerequisite for Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
This is part of a series on fractions. Click here for the previous article in the series. It’s not always “apples to apples” for the addition and subtraction of fractions. There are only a few things this writer remembers from his early elementary school days. Mrs. Weeks, my first-grade teacher, often repeated the statement, “You […]
READ MOREWebinar Recording / Fractions in the Real World: Time and Money
Check out our recorded webinar from January 29, 2019 on Fractions in the Real World: Time and Money. Explore how the language of fractions are part of our everyday lives and the learning opportunities they provide. Webinar recording for Fractions in the Real World: Time and Money. Don’t miss our next webinar in the Fractions series on Wednesday, […]
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