EASTON, PA—Recently, we conducted formal interviews with educators who use the First In Math Online Program to find out, in their own words, how we help them achieve their goals. We wanted to understand more about the true value and emotional benefit that First In Math Online provides. The results are in, and the main takeaway is that educators consider us their partner in “Energizing Every Child to Learn, Love & Live Math.”
How do we do that?
The First In Math program taps into a different way that children learn, the same way their brains work in the real world. Students exposed to this natural form of learning—one that combines creative and logical thought—are far more engaged than they would be with rote drills.
We have spent more than 20 years in classrooms all over the world—including a multi-year case study in the early 1990’s in Bronx, NY schools—to help forge the concepts that would later be honed through implementations and evaluations in districts such as Philadelphia, Cleveland, San Diego and National City, CA. Those years of in-depth analysis, coupled with our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, have helped us develop a unique and highly-engaging learning system that motivates students through creative educational games and modules.
Some of the strongest feelings expressed in the interviews were not about improved test scores or raw data, but how teachers felt the program helped their students.
“Students come to see the application of math and how it applies to life situations.”
“Students experience the best of both worlds – learning & fun.”
“Math comes alive for students through their personal on-line games and curriculum.”
“Each student enters the program at his or her own comfort and skill level.”
Many educators felt that because the program is structured to allow entry at any level, the stigma of “starting from the beginning” is removed and each child can become energized immediately. Couple this with the fact that each child learns in a non-judgmental way—protected from peer pressure—and teachers have a resource with the ability to deliver truly individualized instruction that motivates students.
“You can tailor the curriculum to best connect with the child through every phase of his or her development.”
“You have the confidence to know that you are bringing one of the best math learning tools
available to your students.”
“You can personally participate with your students in their math development.”
“You are providing positive reinforcement to the child that inspires them to want to do well.”
You will begin to see the phrase “Energizing Every Child to Learn, Love & Live Math" featured prominently on the First In Math site. Not only because we believe it to be true, but because we are thrilled to know that those who use First In Math think so, too!