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Discover how math becomes a fun and engaging subject with "Math Made Easy: The RightStart Way 🎲📚." Join host Jae from the Homeschool Yo Kids podcast as she dives into the homeschool journey and explores creative ways to simplify math education with Kathleen Cotter Clayton from RightStart Math.
This episode focuses on empowering students with hands-on tools, including the abacus, and using interactive card games to build foundational skills and foster a growth mindset.
Kathleen shares the inspiring story of how her mother, Dr. Joan Cotter, created the RightStart Math program to transform her son’s learning challenges into a global educational success. From reimagining what learning looks like to implementing tools that make math intuitive and enjoyable, this conversation is packed with insights for parents, educators, and homeschoolers alike. Whether you're navigating a homeschool curriculum or enhancing your child’s learning environment, RightStart Math offers innovative solutions tailored to support student success.
Explore how this program bridges the gap between traditional and unconventional methods, emphasizing logic, problem-solving, and a love for learning. Ready to transform your homeschool community? Visit RightStart Math’s website, dive into their resources, and discover how you can make math exciting for your family. Together, let’s build a brighter educational future!
https://rightstartmath.com/
Kathleen Cotter Clayton is the daughter of Dr. Joan A. Cotter, author and creator of the RightStart™ Mathematics program. Kathleen travels all across the US and internationally, sharing the mission of helping children understand, apply, and enjoy mathematics. She is responsible for curriculum development, marketing, and sales. Kathleen and her husband Steve have six adult children and six delightful grandchildren. She has a degree in Home Economics and two Masters Degrees. In her spare time, Kathleen designs and creates quilts, travels, and is re-learning how to unicycle.
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CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:50 - How RightStart Math Started05:50 - What is an Abacus11:00 - Dr. Joan Cotter's Educational Background17:31 - Traditional School vs Homeschooling22:50 - Math Anxiety Solutions25:47 - Negative Experiences with Math Teachers27:50 - Importance of Games in Math Learning30:58 - Learning Fractions Through Cooking38:55 - Key Concepts to Teach Children42:28 - Math Decisions in Business45:09 - Overview of RightStart Math49:20 - Duration to Complete a Level53:37 - Customizing Curriculum for Individual Needs55:35 - Support Offered in RightStart Math57:46 - Science and Art of Teaching Math1:02:05 - RightStart Math Program Overview1:03:37 - Considerations for Parents1:05:15 - You Don't Have to Teach Calculus1:07:56 - Homeschooling Your Kids
