Math has three important components with which any learner can have different levels of aptitude; computational fluency, number sense, and problem solving. On their own, each of these components have their rightful place in the learner’s toolbox. Combined, however, the three components unlock (or lock up) the comfort level of a user. The first is…

Teacher: Practice your math facts.Student: Why do I have to memorize these?Teacher: Because I said so… These words were all too true when I was in school many (MANY) years ago.  I was the type to do as I was told, so I studied my math facts. Unfortunately, not everyone does.  For whatever reason, absorbing…