Thursday, June 3, 2010
Universal Format For Math Problems?
I have found that when grading student's exams and homework that each student has a different format and layout of the problems. Should there be one universal format that should be taught across California in every math class or is it okay for students to put their own unique creativity on the formatting? For example, some students like to work on systems of linear equations horizontally rather than go down the paper...is it alright for them to do so? I mean if each student uses the same format it cuts the grading time in half for teachers, but then do students miss out?
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Students generally face standardization as they go up the ladder of academic world. At the tender age however this rigor may be inhibiting. "Mathematical gems" is a particular example where elimination of mathematical rigor made the subject matter all the more interesting. Moreover if you review stuff like vedic maths you will find that 'form' often has implication on 'content'. Definitely I will vote for a free ride.
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