I believe Mr. Spencer had many valid points with this post and found this blog very interesting. I love math and although we can use metaphors for many other aspects of teaching, I think starting with the subjects students tend to shy away from is a great place to start. I personally was taught in school that this was the way to do it because the teacher said so. I was never given a reason or explanation just a formula and a piece of paper. Although some things are hard or "dangerous" to explain, we as teachers should feel obligated to try and try our hardest. Simply not explaining and not making them think is more dangerous if you ask me. Thank you so much for all of you post.
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