Knowledge Bytes

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On each Knowledge Bytes episode, we’ll discuss a topic related to the world of education with subject matter experts. Listen to get tips and advice for helping your child navigate their education journey and hear awesome tidbits you can use to enrich your educational experience. We want to hear from you. Have questions or topic ideas you'd want to hear about? Leave a Voice Message or email us at knowledgebytes@lessonpal.com to contribute (and maybe even get a shoutout 😊)! This podcast is brought to you by Lessonpal, the affordable online tutoring platform. https://linktr.ee/lessonpal

Episodes

  1. Addressing the Math Crisis: How to Empower Students Together with Montserrat Gomez

    09/20/2023

    Addressing the Math Crisis: How to Empower Students Together with Montserrat Gomez

    Math scores across the country have significantly decreased since the beginning of the pandemic. So, how do we turn things around? How can educators and parents engage students and help change their mindset towards math? Our guest on Episode 5, the season 1 finale, is Montserrat Gomez. Montserrat grew up in Mexico and then moved to the US to pursue a degree in Applied Mathematics at UC Berkeley. There, she became passionate about tutoring and has been implementing her math expertise as a tutor and educator ever since. Find Montserrat on Lessonpal here. We discuss: 00:00 Intro 3:18 Montserrat background 6:17 Summary of the Math crisis and Montserrat's perspective 9:51 How do you engage students in online classes? 11:36 How can we address the math crisis and work towards solutions? 14:20 New CA Department of Education math framework 16:47 How do we change students' mindsets towards math? 19:03 How can parents stay updated on their children's curriculum to be able to assist with their homework? 21:14 Resources and games to engage kids 23:12 What do most students struggle with? 26:04 Are there signs parents can look for in their kids to determine if they need extra help with math? 28:42 How can you foster a student's skills if they are strong in math? 32:37 Montserrat's final Knowledge Byte 34:30 Episode conclusion Mentioned in the episode • California Common Core Standards • Boddle - math learning game • Prodigy - math learning game We want to hear from you! Have questions? Are there topic ideas you'd want to hear about in a future season? Email us at knowledgebytes@lessonpal.com or leave a Voice Message on Spotify to contribute (and maybe even get a shoutout 😊)! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for episode content, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Brought to you by Lessonpal, the affordable online tutoring platform. – Browse Lessonpal tutors – Apply to tutor

    37 min
  2. ACT and SAT Math Breakdown: Uncovering the Keys to Success with Aakash Gadh

    09/13/2023

    ACT and SAT Math Breakdown: Uncovering the Keys to Success with Aakash Gadh

    Get ready. We’re debunking some common myths about the Math sections of the ACT and the SAT. If you want tips for these Math sections or are trying to decide between taking the ACT and SAT in the first place, this episode is what you need. Leave your questions and comments below! *Remember that the SAT will be fully DIGITAL starting in March 2024. You can use your own calculator or the built-in digital calculator for the Math section. Our guest on Episode 4 is Aakash Gadh. Aakash graduated from the University of Texas at Dallas with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He has tutored and prepared students for SATs, ACTs, and Math & Science AP Exams for the past 4.5 years. Aakash's Lessonpal tutor profile⁠ We discuss: 00:00 Intro 2:24 What's the difference between ACT and SAT Math sections? 5:35 What type of math concepts are on the tests? 7:26 How should students review the ACT/SAT math concepts? 9:25 How should students manage their time during this section? 13:03 What are common mistakes/misconceptions about the Math sections? 16:00 Tips for test confidence 18:13 Study resources 19:46 Math section logistics - Do you get penalized? 21:26 Aakash's final Knowledge Byte (more resources!) Mentioned in the episode: College Board practice tests College Panda textbooks We want to hear from you! Have questions or topic ideas you'd want to hear about? Email us at knowledgebytes@lessonpal.com or leave a Voice Message on Spotify to contribute (and maybe even get a shoutout 😊)! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for new weekly episodes, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Brought to you by Lessonpal, the affordable online tutoring platform. – Browse Lessonpal tutors – Apply to tutor More ACT and SAT Math resources: • 6 Helpful Reddit Tips for ACT Math Success • The Best Free ACT Test Prep Options for Students on a Budget • Episode 1: How to Master the ACT • SAT Math Section: Your Guide to Success (digital SAT included!) • How to Study for the Digital SAT: A Step-by-Step Guide

    26 min

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On each Knowledge Bytes episode, we’ll discuss a topic related to the world of education with subject matter experts. Listen to get tips and advice for helping your child navigate their education journey and hear awesome tidbits you can use to enrich your educational experience. We want to hear from you. Have questions or topic ideas you'd want to hear about? Leave a Voice Message or email us at knowledgebytes@lessonpal.com to contribute (and maybe even get a shoutout 😊)! This podcast is brought to you by Lessonpal, the affordable online tutoring platform. https://linktr.ee/lessonpal