Combining like terms is a foundational skill in algebra that students encounter early in their mathematics education. Despite its...

Evaluating expressions is one of the foundational skills in algebra. It’s the bridge between arithmetic, where students mostly work with...

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Simplifying rational expressions is a fundamental skill in algebra, yet students often encounter challenges that can hinder their...

Students struggle with understanding and applying the rules of exponents once fractions enter the notation system. These misunderstandings often persist into higher education and even among preservice teachers.

Teaching repeating decimals effectively requires understanding how students misinterpret them - and guiding them toward clarity. This article explores four powerful misconceptions when converting to and from repeating decimals, offers actionable teaching strategies, and draws from education research to support each insight.

Understanding percentages is important in real life, but the concept can be counterintuitive and give rise to persistent student errors....