Mathletics

[|Mathletics] is an online mathematics tool available to children from Kindergarten (age 5) through to Year 12 (age 18). Mathletics is Australian made and designed and follows the math curriculum. The concept of Mathletics is to supplement and complement the math that students are learning in the classroom. Schools can sign up for the program or parents/carers are able to sign their own children up to Mathletics at home. It would suit the learning styles and abilities of most children. Within an inclusive classroom context this tool would be extremely valuable. The students can sit at the computer and work on their level (according to ability).
 * each students page on the computer looks the same, therefore, it is difficult to tell if one student is on a higher level than another student
 * the teacher (or parent) has the ability to assess each students work and to monitor their learning
 * the teacher can 'go behind' the scenes and change the students levels eg if the students are staying on one level because its 'easy', the teacher can increase the ability level
 * the 'games' are easy to understand and comprehend
 * Mathletics responds to the particular needs of the student, their individual strengths and weaknesses

Mathletics (u3039595) Mathletics is a web site which is designed to develop a child’s mathematical skills whilst at the same time engaging and motivating them. Over 7000 schools and over 3 million students world wide use the web site which makes it the most used mathematics website. The web site includes 750 activities suited for children form 5 years to 18 years of age. Children are able to participate in problem solving with children from all over the world with live Mathletics option. The mathletics web site has the ability to send out weekly reports to the parents via email to let them know how the children are progressing through the program. If children are having trouble with any of the questions there is an animated step by step guide which guides children on the best way to solve the problem.
 * About Mathletics **

To assist teachers with incorporating this site into their classroom Mathletics has provided teachers and parents with a curriculum to assist teachers in deciding what type of mathematical problems would best suit their students and fit in with their curriculum. By children participating on the Mathletics site it is creating a sense of enjoyment and in some instance a drive to complete the activities. On the completion of set activities children will receive a certificate which they have the option to print out. Mathletics also provides students with the opportunity to compete with other children from all over the world with mathematical questions. This is providing students with opportunities to interact with children from all other countries which would have been impossible. There is a curriculum they could follow or if they like they have the opportunity to pick whatever mathematical interests them the most. Resources Mathletics: []
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