My best Math teacher:
In grade 6 and 7, I had wonderful teacher, Mr. K. You could tell he really enjoyed teaching, and he would even give us candy on a test day! (He called them "brain vitamins"). During math class, he would make us stand up and learn "math dances," which were silly sayings combined with movements that helped us remember certain mathematical rules. I still remember some of them today! He got us using using tactile tools as well, providing us with blocks and measuring instruments to allow for a more hands-on approach. He also allowed for differentiated learning within the class, grouping different students together and giving them the kinds of questions that would challenge their problem areas.
My worst Math teacher:
I've had quite a few unfortunately bad professors during my undergraduate degree, and they all had a two things in common. One - they would talk very fast and write messily, and I'd always be racing to write down everything (let alone understand any of the lecture). Two - it was obvious that they didn't care about teaching us. The professors would get frustrated at questions, and had no patience for students who asked for things to be repeated or explained again.
That being said, I have had some really engaging math professors, who welcome questions. I just wish there were more of them!
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