BLOCK B
MATH ARTICLE 4
INTERVIEW WITH MATH 9, 10, AND PRE-CALCULUS 11 STUDENTS
WHAT COURSE ARE YOU TAKING?
Taking Pre-Calculus 11.
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT MATH?
Being able to crack the right answer to difficult equations.
Taking Math 9.
Taking Enriched Pre-Calculus 11.
Taking Math 9.
Taking Pre-Calculus 11.
Taking Math 10.
Math is one of the few subjects that operates in an organized way, with clear formula and logic for every equation.
Math is fun and is able to teach unique concepts.
Spotting specific numbers and symbols that have meaning in internet culture.
Math can improve cognitive skills like critical thinking and problem-solving
The statistic unit of math.
WHAT DO YOU NOT ENJOY?
Dislikes how the internet does not associate with math much as opposed to research-heavy topics.
Math involves too much memorizing for formulas.
Dislikes how math is heavy on tests and suggests there should be more engaging ways to measure a student's progress.
Dislikes how the subject is extremely uniform and connected, so if a unit is difficult, the whole subject becomes difficult as well.
Dislikes tests because it's too simple of a method that depends on a lot of a student's future (since math is so crucial).
Any unit that is not statistics.
HOW WOULD YOU IMPROVE MATH AT PALMER?
Math at Palmer does not need to improve much since there is enough practice sheets given to ensure that the student is familiar with the material.
The subject can be improved with the use of flash cards to remember formulas as an effective way to study.
Math can be improved upon if there were alternatives to assessments rather than tests and quizzes.
Math can be improved upon if there were more opportunities to skip grades if you were more advanced.
The subject can be improved upon if teachers encouraged students to ask questions as that is one of the most effective ways to learn.
Students should instead get a tutor to help them with more complex problems and for studying.
HOW HAS MATH HELPED YOU IN LIFE?
Getting a good grasp of arithmetic operations can be useful in daily life.
Simple calculative operations can be useful in calculating finance.
Can teach students how to handle basic every day problems, and personal logistics.
Not much, however understanding complex math problems is not a bad skill to have.
Math has a heavy focus on studying, making it a useful skill for students to learn study practices.
Math is useful for calculating the added prices of products.