What is Math Anxiety?

MATHANXIETY?

W H A T I S

A presentation by Chad Smith | Principal

WHATCASUESMATHANXIETY?

There are many causes, but themost common are due to:

Pressure of timed tests

The fear of embarrassment in front

of peers

Poor past experiences

Classroom structure

WHAT'STHAT?

Negative experience with Math

Avoiding Math

Poor Preparation

Poor Math Performance

CYCLEOF

FAILUREThe Cycle of Failure is a self­fulling prophecy of sorts. The longer math anxiety goes untouched, the

more likely students are to fall into this cycle and ultimately they will avoid math altogether.

DECREASE INSELF-

CONFIDENCE

FEELING OFISOLATION

NEGATIVESELF TALK

M A T H A N X I E T Y S Y M P T O M S

There are ways to enjoy math again.

Proper Preparation

Full understanding of concepts

Working in groups

Changing up the classroom environment

HOW CANSTUDENTSCOPE?

VISITF O R M O R E O N E D U C A T I O N ,

C H A D S M I T H E D D . C O M