I want to learn about: Problem Solving

In this post, we are going to look at a selection of 3rd grade math word problems in Smartick. We’ll begin by explaining what a word problem is. What is a Word Problem? A word problem is a question or approach, that cannot be answered using one specific operation, but rather a combination of previous […]

In today’s post, we are going to see a selection of Second Grade word problems that usually appear at the end of a Smartick session for children with a second-grade level. You will also get a chance to see the solution for each problem. Ready? Let’s go! How To Correctly Solve Any Problem Read the word […]

At Smartick we are committed to incorporating manipulative materials into our learning method. Although virtual environments have some natural limitations when it comes to ”manipulating” the materials themselves, we have been able to adapt them to our method to maximize learning for the underlying concepts. You can find more information about the topic in this […]

In today’s post we’re going to take a look at a sequence of math problems in which we will focus on selecting the relevant data and concepts in the statement. We’ll work on this skill using four exercises based on separate problems. The key is to reflect on the text, focusing on fulfilling the condition […]

In a previous post, we looked at the Least Common Multiple and how to calculate it. Today we’re going to look at a couple of examples in which we use the Least Common Multiple (LCM) to solve math problems. In one example, we’ll use the LCM to calculate the answer directly, and in the other we’ll […]

As we explained in a previous post, improving reading comprehension has a positive effect on academic performance. At Smartick, we work with all types of word problems, which we introduce during the final five minutes of each daily session. Among them, there are some dedicated to the resolution of problems using the strategies and algorithms learned […]

“The power of mathematics rests on its evasion of all unnecessary thought and on its wonderful saving of mental operations.” -Ernst Mach The mathematical language used in word problems is a source of anxiety for most school children. As they grow, it is expected that their semantic level will increase and they will be able […]

In today’s post we’re going to talk about the concepts of Constants and Variables as mathematical elements, as well as taking a look at an example. In mathematics, we call constant all those magnitudes that don’t change with time. It can sometimes be a fixed and determined value. On the other hand we have the concept […]

Math word problems are a really important part of Smartick. In this entry, we’re going to look specifically at some of the fifth-grade problems you can find in Smartick. Math word problems with one operation Addition Yesterday a lot of us went to the school cafeteria for breakfast, and we drank all the juice. If […]