Response to Math Anxiety TEDed

Math anxiety _______ the resources of working memory.

• increases

• decreases

• does not effect

• improves

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

Research has revealed techniques that can reduce math anxiety. Which of the following techniques might help in reducing math anxiety? Choose all that apply.

• breathing exercises

• writing down your worries

• change your mindset

• physical activity

Math anxiety may be the result of:

• The environment (parents, teachers, friends, society.)

• Working hard on mathematical problems

• Learning about the beautiful aspects of mathematics

• Relaxation techniques

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

Since math anxiety is widespread and is frequently associated with ____ math skills, it is vital to understand what it is.

• good

• excellent

• poor

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Math anxiety may keep you from experiencing mathematical achievements since:

• It involves feelings of tension that interfere with the solving of mathematical problems

• It may lead to avoidance from mathematical tasks

• It includes low self confidence in one's ability to learn mathematics

• All of the Above

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

Is math anxiety a different name for "being bad at math"?

• No: A person could perform better at math if he or she didn't suffer from math anxiety

• Yes: Low math ability always results in math anxiety

• Yes: The proof for this is that professional mathematicians never suffer from math anxiety

• No: Math anxiety is not related to math performance

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1