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Henry Towsner
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Why is learning mathematics compulsory?
Feb 16, 2020
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How to respond to “solve this equation” in a basic algebra class
Apr 7, 2017
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Why are percentages part of the curriculum?
May 1, 2017
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How rigorous should high school calculus be?
May 10, 2020
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Why are induction proofs so challenging for students?
Nov 18, 2015
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Should I be teaching point-slope formula to high school algebra students?
Nov 2, 2015
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Adding irrelevant humorous questions to a quiz exam
Jun 10, 2018
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Difference between high school and college calculus courses
Nov 12, 2018
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Revisiting topics from previous courses [closed]
Mar 17, 2014
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When $-x$ is positive
May 5, 2015
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Should I admit that I can't find a solution to a math problem?
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Is it fair to give zeros to students who missed early assignments because they added the class late?
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Am I being a "mean" instructor, denying an extension on a take home exam?
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Asked again to review a paper, when the authors don't wish to modify it
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University I rejected is asking which other one I chose over them; should I tell?