Wheeler High School teachers have found ways to make calculus and anatomy and physiology fun while learning. The superintendent said that the Wheeler’s AP calculus students consistently perform well on the Advanced Placement exam because of the teachers energetic and authentic instruction. Students in both the teacher’s classrooms have praised their use of innovative teaching methods.
Wheeler High teachers make science, math accessible #dyscalculia
Advanced Placement classes are growing.
The anatomy and physiology teacher uses hands-on techniques to help kids learn. The calculus teacher uses jokes with the students and talks them through the long formulas to get to the answer. The teacher also uses large room filling charts and basketball to keep learning fun for the children.
Key Takeaways:
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Dianne Langston, a teacher at Wheeler High, is making science fun by using visual aids.
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Rather than looking at a textbook, the students get to do hands-on activities such as dissecting sheep kidneys.
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The teacher’s unique methods are working as evidenced by her students consistently performing well on the Advanced Placement exams.
