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Lessons finally answer kids' age-old question: "What good is math in the real world?"Campbell, Calif. — September 24, 2008 -- HotChalk, the first online education resource connecting teachers, students and parents, is on a mission to make "math matter" by infusing it with real world fun. HotChalk's Off-Road Algebra program features 30 free video lessons for teachers to use in the classroom - and for students and parents to use at home! Lessons bring algebra to life by taking real footage of motorcycle racing and directly applying mathematical concepts to the sport. Examples include calculating decibel levels, acceleration, tire pressure, and measuring velocity vs. distance. All lessons are national-standards approved. Off-Road Algebra is the first in a series of "Math Matters" initiatives that brings extreme sports into the classroom by showing kids that math is exhilarating…and practical. With many schools struggling to raise math test scores and in particular help students achieve success in learning the challenging concepts of algebra, HotChalk's Math Matters offers a timely and motivating alternative to traditional instruction. This program engages kids and demonstrates that math is more than just a school requirement - it's knowledge and skill that has practical, real world value.HotChalk Chairman and CEO Edward Fields states: "This initiative is engaging kids in new ways online -where the kids are all the time. By bringing the math lessons outside on the bike, the lessons are more fun for students, and the learning process is more effective." Jason Dyer, author of the famed Number Warrior math education blog, Pueblo AZ High School math teacher, and author of Off-Road Algebra curriculum, states: "A lot of math lessons claim to be real world, but this truly is. Rather than creating mere word problems, HotChalk is bringing math as close to real life as possible." HotChalk's 30 Off-Road Algebra lessons are available at hotchalk.com/mydesk. Speed on over to the site! Photos Video About HotChalkFounded in 2004, HotChalk is focused on improving the lives of teachers to drive measurable student results. The HotChalk Learning Management System is the first to deliver free Web-based classroom tools and premium content in partnership with NBC News, McGraw-Hill Education, National Geographic Digital Media, A&E Television Networks and PBS. This provides educators, schools and districts with 21st century tools to produce 21st century skills in students. HotChalk delivers state-aligned content, curriculum management, online professional development and a K-12 education news and community portal to more than 400,000 registered teachers worldwide. To learn more, visit HotChalk.com. SOURCE: http://www.prnewswire.com/mnr/hotchalk/34783/             |
