A new study from the University of Kansas explores the role of working memory in word problem-solving for students with and without math difficulties. Researchers found that using interventions to ...

In this news article, we summarize key findings from the latest publication from our research group related to elementary schoolers’ mathematical word problem-solving skills. Mathematical word ...

Math puzzles test readers' critical thinking skills by challenging them to solve problems. Math puzzles can boost analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. A brain teaser challenge typically ...

Students often struggle to connect math with the real world. Word problems—a combination of words, numbers, and mathematical operations—can be a perfect vehicle to take abstract numbers off the page.

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👉 Learn how to solve equations from word problems. A word problem is a real word simulation of a mathematics principle. We can solve equation(s) from a word problem by first understanding what the ...