Why Language Matters in Mathematics

When teaching math concepts, language matters. Here’s why!

Prior to the launch of ORIGO Insights, I was a guest writer on The Curriculum Corner. In my article, I describe the four language stages (shown below) that promote a deeper understanding of math concepts and why language matters in mathematics. To read the article click here.

Click HERE  to download the language stages poster described in the article.

Teachers and educators: want more information on how to improve the usage of language in the math classroom? Check out these posts:

• Develop students’ mathematical language to modernize elementary mathematics instruction
• Using math language stages to guide the development of addition concepts
• Questioning as an active thinking math strategy