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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Annual Meeting and Exposition

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

24- Math Anxiety and Girls: Is It All in Her Head?

Thursday, April 10, 2014: 8:00 AM-9:00 AM
Grand Salon 9-12 (Hilton)
Lead Speaker:
Abigail Norfleet James

Handouts
  • Math Anxiety and Girls - handout.pdf (244.4 kB)

  • New research on the biopsychological response to stress provides an explanation for why test and math anxiety are more often reported by girls. Understanding the process is key for teachers to help their students. Specific strategies will be presented to help teachers and students at all levels deal with this issue.

    Presentation Format: General Interest / All Audiences Session
    Grade Band Audience: 6 to 8, 9 to 12