Updated December 13, 2007

Welcome to Math Tips from the Math Mouse

Looking for ways to make learning and teaching math simpler?

This page is meant to offer tips for both students and teachers.

So check back to this page frequently for interesting tips on making your math instruction and studying more effective. Do you have a good tip to share? The mouse is always on the hunt for new tips! Use the contact link on this page to send it to us, and we'll pass it on!

Teaching and Learning Tips

A great FREE alternative for your mathematical diagram work - Geogebra.

GeoGebra is a free and multi-platform dynamic mathematics software for schools that joins geometry, algebra and calculus. It's easy to install and use - what are you waiting for, give it a try! Also, be sure to check out the Geogebra Wiki for many Geogebra resources.


A source of challenging problems - Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences (PIMS)

A few free problems with solutions are provided every month at PIMS, all you have to do is download them. Enjoy! Note that you can submit your solutions (see the end of the page for instructions) to see if you aced this month's problems.


Need a place to study for the Provicial Exam?

Why study what you already know? It's better to focus on those areas where you need extra practice - and a great place to identify those areas is StudyBuzz. StudyBuzz provides carefully constucted diagnostic tests, and when you're done you get a report that tells you where you need extra help. And StudyBuzz provides that as well, with the help of worksheets targeted to the topics you need help with. Try StudyBuzz now, it's free for BC students!


Great General Math Links!