Researchers have found that math anxiety is evident in children as young as 7 years old. Why? Obvious reasons: teachers and parents give negative vibs. Research also tells that humans are hardwired to think mathematically and are born with basic building blocks to do math. This article describes visible signs of math anxiety and relaxation techniques to help the children. . It also recommends promoting daily habits for young children such as playing cards, board games and other everyday examples at school and at home.
Excellent article and one we as teachers need to recognize especially if we ourselves have doubts about our own math abilities.
How do you feel about math yourself? What excitment have you generated in your students? Share your thoughts in the Comments section below.
Anxiety Attact: Conquering the Fear of Math. Dr. Rose Mukovic & Rachel Harari. 3.7.13., School Book - WNYC (News, Data, and Conversation about schools in New York City.)
http://www.schoolbook.org/2013/03/07/anxiety-attack-conquering-the-fear-of-math/
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