Math of Khan

Matholicious tweeted this week about the Math of Khan. Khan Academy has created "Math Missions" which are Common Core-aligned, adaptive math exercises. Khan created these new features to facilitate teachers in Common Core integration.

Math missions consist of interactive math problems that are aligned with the Common Core standard. Every problem has a step by step solution. When students first log into Khan Academy, they will be given a test to determine their level of skills in math. The levels range from kindergarten math to calculus. Once their level is decided, students must answer three to five exercises in a row correctly to gain energy points and helps them move closer to finishing a mission. When students finish missions, they are reported for parents, teachers, etc. The Common Core Map feature allows teachers to "assign material that is most appropriate for each student's needs without spending countless hours developing and grading different classroom and homework assignments," according to the Khan Academy's Manager of External Relations Charlotte Koeniger.

The Khan Academy has always helped students. This new feature introduces new concepts to students and allows them to practice. The incorporation of the Common Core Map is an excellent tool for teachers to use and it is definitely something that I will look further into.

Math of Khan