After many years of explaining math problems to my close
friends and family, I came across a great study tool when I was personally
challenged while studying, Khan Academy.
Khan Academy is a free website that provides instructional videos in a variety
of subjects. I found this to be
especially helpful however with mathematics.
While learning new math content that is difficult to understand for the
first time, using Khan Academy to reinforce the content could clarify one’s
confusion. A teacher could incorporate Khan Academy into the classroom for
students to use while doing homework or studying outside of school. This website can be very beneficial if a
student is experiencing confusion on a concept while trying to complete the
assignment. By introducing this tool to
students they will be able to be held responsible for their own learning. Not only can this website be introduced to
students, but also to the parents and guardians of the students. This tool can be useful for parents that are
assisting their children with assignments, but do not have the best
understanding of the topic. It is
essential for someone to be educated if they are helping educate others. Over all I think Khan Academy is a great
online source for learners to use. The
website provides the videos that explain subject content in different
ways. The only requirement in order to
watch these videos is to sign up for a free membership. This subscription cannot be beat!
Khan academy is a great tool that should definitely be used more often in class. With mathematics we are always working towards solving problems and finding solutions and I think a lot of people focus on the "math only has one answer" aspect of things. Math may only have one answer, but you can find many different ways to find that answer and I think that is always important to stress. Khan academy, then, gives you that other perspective.
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