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Bronx students learning with private Math tutors
Working with families in Riverdale, Pelham Bay
Ca Shunn taught 18 days ago
The tutor and student reviewed the concept of inequalities, focusing on graphing them on a number line and distinguishing between "and" and "or" compound inequalities. They also introduced interval notation as a method to represent the solution sets of inequalities.
Introduction to Inequalities
Graphing Inequalities on a Number Line
Compound Inequalities
Interval Notation
Union Symbol
Abigail taught about 1 month ago
The tutor and student worked through a set of math problems involving proportional relationships and equations. They reviewed the general form of a proportional equation (y=kx) and practiced applying it to word problems, with the student successfully solving the majority of the questions.
Proportional Equations
Constant of Proportionality (k)
Solving Proportional Relationships
Rounding in Calculations
Abigail taught 2 months ago
The Tutor and Student reviewed vocabulary related to division, focusing on dividend, divisor, and quotient, and practiced dividing whole numbers and decimals, including handling decimal divisors. They also worked on word problems to identify appropriate operations and concluded the session with practice in multiplication and subtraction, focusing on correct procedures and borrowing techniques.
Handling Zeros in Division
Subtraction with Borrowing
Interpreting Keywords in Word Problems
Making the Divisor a Whole Number
Decimal Division with Whole Number Divisors
Division Vocabulary
Soumya taught 3 months ago
The Tutor and Student worked on operations with mixed numbers, focusing on subtraction. They practiced converting mixed fractions to improper fractions, finding the Least Common Multiple (LCM) of denominators, and performing subtraction with equivalent fractions. The student was encouraged to revise these steps and focus on LCM calculations for future practice.
Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions
Subtracting Improper Fractions with Different Denominators
Finding the Least Common Multiple (LCM)
Parveen taught 7 months ago
The session reviewed conversions between percentages, decimals, and fractions, as well as solving percentage word problems. The student practiced various conversion and problem-solving techniques. The student was assigned practice questions and strategies for solving percentage problems were discussed.
Converting Percentages to Decimals
Converting Decimals to Percentages
Converting Fractions to Percentages
Basic Percentage Word Problems
Fraction Simplification with Decimals
Quick Multiplication by 11
Understanding Percentages
Soumya taught 8 months ago
The Student and Tutor practiced decimal operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, with a focus on decimal placement and solving word problems. They also worked on converting fractions and mixed numbers to decimals. The Tutor assigned a worksheet on decimals for further practice.
Rounding Decimals
Mixed Number to Decimal Conversion
Solving Decimal Word Problems
Converting Fractions to Decimals
Decimal Arithmetic: Multiplication
Decimal Arithmetic: Addition and Subtraction
Decimal Place Value
Decimal Arithmetic: Division
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The Bronx Counts on Math for Rhythm, Baseball, and Street Art
Numbers in the Birthplace of Culture
The Bronx, known worldwide as the birthplace of hip hop and salsa, is famous for vibrant street art and its legendary Yankees baseball team. Yet beneath these cultural icons runs a rhythm of numbers. Math weaves through music beats, baseball stats, and artistic expression, bringing clarity and creativity to Bronx neighbourhoods.
Hip Hop, Salsa, and Math Beats
Hip hop and salsa music rely heavily on math, though often unnoticed:
- Rhythm & Beats: DJs count beats per minute, creating rhythms with mathematical precision. Hip hop artists use patterns, timing, and sequencing in their lyrics.
- Salsa Steps: Salsa dancers naturally use math by counting steps, beats, and timing their movements, showcasing arithmetic in action.
Yankees Baseball: A Game of Numbers
Baseball, loved passionately in the Bronx, is fundamentally mathematical:
- Player Statistics: Yankees fans use batting averages, earned run averages, and home run counts to celebrate player achievements and team records.
- Game Strategy: Coaches calculate probabilities, pitch counts, and batting orders all practical math shaping winning strategies at Yankee Stadium.
Street Art Meets Geometry
Street art throughout the Bronx illustrates geometry vividly:
- Murals and Graffiti: Artists rely on symmetry, scale, angles, and proportions, turning neighborhood walls into vibrant visual math lessons.
- Patterns & Perspective: Geometric patterns, perspective, and spatial reasoning help artists create murals admired across the borough, from Hunts Point to Fordham Road.
Bronx Tutors: Making Math Relatable
Math tutors in the Bronx make math accessible by connecting it to students’ everyday interests:
- Using Yankees baseball stats to teach percentages and averages.
- Explaining fractions and timing through salsa dance rhythms.
- Demonstrating geometric concepts by exploring local street art and murals.
Personalized tutoring sessions reflect Bronx culture, sparking student interest and academic success.
Math Skills: A Gateway to Bronx Pride
For Bronx students, math skills mean opportunities for college scholarships, careers in technology or sports analytics, or becoming successful artists and musicians. Math bridges cultural passion with real-world careers, enhancing opportunities for the community.
