WEBINAR Feb 26, 2022: Math Kangaroo Geometry Problems for Grades 5-6-Presentation Recording

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In this video transcript, Dr. Sarah Sagee, a biomedical scientist with 30 years of experience tutoring math and science, introduces herself and Alan, a high school student and enthusiastic math contestant. They are preparing students for a math competition called Math Kangaroo. Dr. Sarah emphasizes a problem-solving method involving understanding the problem, planning a solution, carefully executing it, and checking the answer for accuracy. The webinar covers basic geometry principles, such as calculating area and perimeter, identifying geometric shapes, and understanding triangle properties. Dr. Sarah and Alan guide students through various previously used Math Kangaroo competitive questions, demonstrating multiple solution strategies to accommodate different learning styles.<br /><br />Dr. Sarah offers advice on tackling multiple-choice questions effectively, such as utilizing scratch paper for better organization and ensuring comprehension by engaging with step-by-step problem-solving. Alan adds that during the actual test, it's important not to linger too long on any single question and to use elimination tactics. He reassures that skipping a question or answering it incorrectly does not result in a deduction of points in the contest. Dr. Sarah encourages looking at additional resources such as practice tests and video solutions available on the Math Kangaroo website. The session concludes with a reminder for attendees to complete a feedback survey. Throughout, Dr. Sarah and Alan aim to foster not just problem-solving skills but also a genuine enjoyment of mathematics.

Keywords

Dr. Sarah Sagee

biomedical scientist

math competition

Math Kangaroo

problem-solving

geometry principles

multiple-choice strategies

Alan

math tutoring

enjoyment of mathematics