Unlocking Mathematical Potential: The Five Strands Approach

The five strands of mathematical proficiency—productive disposition, conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, strategic competence, and adaptive reasoning—form the foundation of a comprehensive approach to math education (National Research Council, 2001). At Age of Learning, we’ve seen how integrating these strands creates confident, creative problem-solvers who see math as a powerful tool rather than an obstacle. By […]