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Chris Cain explains ways of teaching subtraction that are not as cumbersome as using the traditional algorithm. He introduces non traditional methods to teach subtraction in order to build students' comprehension and understanding along with fluency.

2016  Kansas MTSS Symposium Presentation

Chris Cain continues his discussion of fractions and ratios. He emphasizes the idea that we need to keep teaching the way kids learn best and not blame the teachers before us.

Chris Cain explores the differences of different countries math instruction compared with the United States. He emphasizes that teachers need to broaden their toolkit of instructional strategies to deepen student understanding of mathematics.

Students need both explicit instruction and conceptual development to succeed in math. Chris Cain gives ways to teach conceptually and explains why it is imperative for a student's depth of understanding.