I like to measure progress towards proficiency with a website like this: https://www.timestables.com/speed-test/. If they can do the 0-12 times tables with perfect accuracy and average time under 3s, I consider them proficient. Some students like this naturally, others need an incentive: I have a standing $100 bounty to any student who can beat my times, and a lot of the middle schoolers respond really well to that.
that with perfect accuracy with under 3s also the time meter stresses me out a lot. Without visual indicator it would be better. However I can see how it could be a good tool for some.
Still really glad so many people are sharing their expertise.
Ah I'm sure you can do it with some practice, it's more about your input time than actually knowing the math facts haha. Besides, the "score" isn't the point, it's just a good way to encourage intentional practice with measurable results. Seeing that number creep down as they get more confident is an amazing feeling.
I got a graduate degree and can't do
that with perfect accuracy with under 3s also the time meter stresses me out a lot. Without visual indicator it would be better. However I can see how it could be a good tool for some.
Still really glad so many people are sharing their expertise.
Ah I'm sure you can do it with some practice, it's more about your input time than actually knowing the math facts haha. Besides, the "score" isn't the point, it's just a good way to encourage intentional practice with measurable results. Seeing that number creep down as they get more confident is an amazing feeling.