The Mathnasium method is a way to teach math that is used in the Mathnasium learning centers. These independent centers exist across the country and abroad as well.
The method has been in use over 30 years and includes over 5000 pages of material. Students work directly with an instructor on material tailored to each child. Progress reports are sent home regularly.
Typically, the child spends a learning session at Mathnasium center twice a week.
The student is first evaluated, then prescribed a personalized and prescriptive learning program.
Cost: less than one-on-one tutoring, they say. Prices vary by location of center.
Reviews of Mathnasium
Time: 2 years
This program is great. My 10 year old is a high achiever and is already very comfortable with understanding number sense type questions, as well as fractional parts and mental math.
Why you liked/didn't like the program:
Every program is customized for each child.
Bert Briones Review left June 27, 2008
Time: 3 years
I have 4 kids, and I take them all to Mathnasium 2 to 3 times a week to get what they need for math. I love their method because it is based on state standards, as well as going over and beyond to develop a "math mind" in my kids. My kids love the program, and enjoy going there. They truly make math FUN!
Why you liked/didn't like the book:
I liked their books because each workbook is actually personalized for each student. Mathnasium diagnosed and assessed each of my kids before coming up with a workbook that met their needs at their particular level.
Any other helpful hints:
It may seem a bit pricey at first, but it is definitely worth it. It is much wonderful to see my kids love math, especially since I hated it as a child myself.
Mary Lin
Time more than 1 year
The Mathnasium method has been in use over 30 years and includes over 5000 pages of material, and it's used at independent centers around the country. Students work directly with an instructor on material tailored to each child. Progress reports are sent home regularly.
Mathnasium keeps your child on track or ahead through consistency and making math make sense. By offloading math class (planning, printing, instructing, grading,...)to Mathnasium, I have more time for other subjects, and we get more accomplished.
The curriculum is expensive, but it is well worth it to bring your kids to a learning center regularly. They do an intense assessment and help the kids to actually LIKE math. They get a lot done without the distractions (like siblings) of home. Checkout their website: www.Mathnasium.com for more information.
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