For my web resource evaluation, I chose MathIsFun.com. I have used this site multiple times in my experiences with students, both as a tutor and an educator. I really like this site, as it is highly interactive. It also has a page for fun and informational games, a page for puzzles, and a dictionary for math vocabulary. There is a measurement section that pulls in some science ideas, also.
The site is intended for students of practically all ages (includes the absolute basics all the way through trigonometry). Each topic is like a mini-lesson. They include detailed examples that are easy to follow and use terminology that the students can comprehend. Each lesson also has questions to test the student's knowledge (a "Hard" section as well for enrichment!!).
Lesson on Dividing Fractions (examples & questions)
One of the "Hard" questions from the Lesson on Dividing Fractions
The site does not require any sign-up or fee to operate. All of the lessons are completely free and available to any internet user. There are very few ads (and you can "hide" the ads that are visible). Adult supervision is not necessary, but would likely help with the younger students' understanding of the material.
Math Is Fun is laden with pros and the cons are very scarce. I really like how interactive the site is. It is appealing to the eye, which would make students more apt to play around on the site. Math is Fun is also incredibly informational. The lessons are very detailed, yet easy to understand. The lessons also connect to other lessons, which is great if the students find themselves yearning for more. The only con that I could envision is the lack of connections between content areas.
Overall, MathIsFun.com is a great online resource for math students AND teachers. I certainly will continue using the site.
WA
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