Hello! You may be new here. I create content to help and support other high school teachers, especially math teachers. In this way I can help many students across the world, but today, I am here to support students directly. Things are little different right now, and there are not many answers available. Suddenly being asked to learn online, especially when it was not part of your class to begin with, can be difficult. Trying to learn math online? Even more difficult. So, to help any of you that may be searching for answers, I curated a list of my favorite math online learning resources.
Math Online Learning Resource #1: eMathInstruction on YouTube
You can search YouTube and find a ton of math videos that make great online learning math resources. Try searching for the specific topic you are working on. With my students, I sometimes use Kirk Weiler’s eMathInstruction channel. eMathInstruction has so many video lessons already available. You can even get the same printable worksheet that Kirk uses in his videos from the eMathInstruction website.
Bonus tip: If you have a question that isn’t answered in the video, ask in a comment.
Math Distance Learning Resource #2: Math Bits Notebook
If you are looking for simple, easy to follow notes, check out Math Bits Notebook. This website has separate parts for Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra II. Most lessons even have short practice examples you can try, and the website will tell you right away if you got it right. This is the online learning math resource that I send my students to the most.
Online Learning Resource #3: Desmos Graphing Calculator
Do you have a smart phone? Have you ever tried turning it sideways while using the calculator? Many of the functions you may need (like exponents, square roots, and trignonometric fucntions) are available when you turn your phone sideways. But, there is still something missing. Graphing!
If you find yourself needing a graphing calculator, check out desmos.com. Desmos has a lot of really cool features, but as a graphing calculator, it is very easy to use. Best of all, it has an app!
We understand that this is a difficult time, but just know that teachers are here to help. Reach out to your own teacher via email, and there are teachers on facebook, Instagram, and YouTube that will be happy to help you. Be patient, do your best, and just know that you got this!
If you are a teacher looking for distance learning resources, check out this blog post from by friend Sherri all about implenting Edpuzzle.
