Math Extra Credit 2

Who: Tested in kids who range from kindergarten to 6th grade. Proven by the University of Chicago.

What: It is a new method called spiraling. This is when the teacher spends a few days on one topic, and then moves onto another. This method is called every day math. It helps the students contain the information from the "Everyday Math" program.

Where: Discovered by the University of CHICAGO.

When: posted: March 9, 2008. Taken place now in the world.

Why: This program is for the students to learn the same subject over and over and over again. It helps them memorize that certain "formula" better than usually. The school districts also want to keep the learning of academics consistent.

How: It is a change that took time and effort made in certain school districts.

My Opinion: I think this a good idea because when a class does repeat and practice things numerous times, it is much easier and you can be prepared for tests more easily. I don’t agree though because there are going to be fewer skills learned because of the course of one. So while before the "Everyday Math" program, 16 skills could have be learned, while after maybe only 10 were learned. Math is important and not everyone realizes they use it every day!

http://www.islandpacket.com/news/local/story/248418.html

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MATH EXTRA CREDIT!!!

Who: Professor Darren Crowdy from Imperial College in London.

What: A math problem that had stumped many scientists for over 140 years has finally been solved. It is a theoretical tool used by mathematicians, engineers and scientists to translate information from difficult shapes to a simpler circular shape so that it is easier to analyze.

Where: This is probably taking place in London.

When: March 4th, 2008. (I’m guessing when this was posted)

Why: To help mathematicians analyze maps easily and more efficiently.

How: The formula that had tried to be used in the mid 19 century was called the Schwarz-Christoffel formula. This formula had many problems in it and it didn’t work for shapes that had any holes or irregularities. So, professor Crowdy made some adjustments and found a solution!

My Opinion: I think that this is very cool that after 140 years, a professor was able to figure out the problem to the formula. Many people will have the brains to figure it out, but not the determination. I know that I would get very frustrated if I ever tried to succeed with this, but I’m glad that someone did succeed. He overcame the obstacles and was able to conclude the formula. He himself and many other are probably very proud and excited, and they were probably very supported towards this goal!

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/03/080303110214.htm

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Change!

I changed my format to differentiate the science and math blogs!!!
Thanks
~Kobie :o)

It’s either a bathroom break or a mid-night snack at 1:30am. But, some people have more trouble sleeping than their 10-minute pause from sleep. While stated that a bat sleeps about 20 hours a day, humans only receive an average of 7 to 9 hours. With the lack of sleep many can receive an illness, depression or sleep depravation. This can lead to falling asleep on the road, going to the doctors or a very bad mood. Many may also say that they can’t turn their brains off at night, while they are coincidentally correct. Our minds are filled with stress and caffeine, with effects us greatly at night. One of the general problems scientists have discovered is anxiety. This is because you’re alone with your thoughts for usually the first part of the day, and it is over-whelming. "Worrying prompts your body to produce the adrenaline-like chemical epinephrine, which keeps you awake," says Joyce Walsleben, associate professor of medicine at the New York University School of Medicine. Two of many strategies that scientist feel will help a good night sleep is: take a bath one-hour before bed, and put on a pair of socks before heading to bed. Taking a bath helps you relax psychologically. Another "hypothesis" that scientist feel with provide a good night sleep is exercise. "The body must exert energy to get physically tired," says James Maas, a professor of psychology at Cornell University. Maas is also the author of Power Sleep. So, even 30 minutes of aerobics or a 30-minute run will help you be more "exhausted" at night. Exercise can also help you lose weight, and it reduces stress. Just think, exercise is a reliever for the day, which is what sleep should also be. Sleep is a time when you have a break from work or school, or even sports. I think it is "me" time which is why I think it is important. I know that I will try to get more sleep at night because it really does relieve stress. Sleep is the start of a FRESH new day. So I do agree with what these scientists are saying because everyone deserves sleep. If you’re not getting enough sleep, then you should try these steps too.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23052850/