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First in Math Online (FIM): The programme that is revolutionizing mathematics education in the USA, now comes to India

Delhi, 25th November, 2015:  The First in Math Online Programme (FIM) created by Robert Sun, Chairman & CEO, Suntex International is used by more than 10 million students in the USA.  FIM is a standard aligned programme that utilizes digital gaming to facilitate deep practice among students upto Grade 8.  Math proficiency scores of students have seen a significant increase after implementation of FIM in schools.

They are used as innovative tools that are teaching a new generation of students to become critical thinkers and problem solvers.

“I wanted to demonstrate that mathematics can be powerful, engaging and fascinating.  The essence of math is patterns.  What is important in mathematics is not what a number ‘means’ but how it can connect with other numbers.  Get good at math and you will have the skills to understand how our universe works.  The power of math transcends cultures and I believe it is imperative that we teach our youth skills that are universal”, Sun explains.

Provide the path to Math mastery
By fueling the thirst for knowledge through comprehensive content in an engaging format.  Students become immersed in a progression-based, interactive environment where new skills are acquired and improvement is continually recognized. In sports, kids take ownership of the practice necessary to improve, often with little adult direction. First In Math (FIM) facilitates this same response where students are eager to practice mathematics.

Teachers love that FIM ignites a passion for excellence.
First In Math online provides immediate feedback so practice is meaningful and engaging. Through its Deep Practice techniques, skills that might take months of conventional practice can be mastered in a matter of days. Improvement is self-directed and new habits replace old, unproductive habits—driving success in every academic area. Significant results can be achieved in minutes a day.

First In Math online inspires teamwork and collaboration
A friendly competition component helps students become motivated and energized to sustain accelerated effort over time. Students forge a bond at the classroom level, help one another, and become better critical thinkers. FIM is available 24/7, from school or home.

Critical preparation for Algebra, upto Class 8.
Fluency with rational numbers and skill in manipulating rational expressions are the foundation for Algebra I and II. FIM modules are designed to reinforce mastery of basic facts, decimals, fractions, integers, exponents, variables and order of operations. Many FIM games introduce principles of Algebra, even at the Class 1 and 2 levels. Early introduction of these concepts leads to enthusiasm and algebra readiness.

Parents love First In Math online too.
Parents are delighted to see their children build a solid foundation in mathematics. When a child solves a predetermined number of math problems, FIM automatically generates an additional Family User ID! Family members can learn and refresh skills as they work alongside their child toward higher levels of maths achievement.

Deep Practice
Activities on the First In Math® site employ Deep Practice techniques to rapidly increase computation, problem solving, critical thinking and other essential math skills. Deep Practice is much more powerful than normal practice. Skills that may take months of regular practice can be mastered in a matter of weeks, or even days, using Deep Practice techniques. Research shows that up to 90% of what students are taught in school is forgotten after 30 days. The 10% that is retained occurs from active learning-through Deep Practice.

Deep Practice consists of stopping when an error occurs, practicing that one skill until it is perfected, then continuing. Students learn by repeating, reassessing and "fixing" their skills in the process of learning them, with immediate feedback and error-correction.

Scientific research shows that this type of learning causes myelin, a neural insulation, to grow and thicken around axons, which connect the brain’s neurons to each other. Increased myelin makes the information signal that passes through the neural network faster, stronger, and longer lasting. The result is quicker thinking, and better retention.

Engage their minds-win their hearts
Why don’t children like to practice math? In reality, it is because they do not receive immediate feedback. In sports, when we swing a bat and miss the ball, the feedback through our senses is immediate. When solving mathematics problems there is no built-in feedback, and no opportunity for active learning. Math can quickly become a meaningless, boring undertaking.

First In Math’s game-style activities provide immediate feedback, to ensure that students engage in the amount of Deep Practice necessary for skill retention. In a scientific study, 72% of students using FIM agreed with the statement "math lessons are fun." Teachers also overwhelmingly agreed that students enjoyed the programme and sought out time to use the FIM website.

First in Math Online mathematics programme was invented by Robert Sun, a well known inventor, engineer and entrepreneur and his company, Suntex International is committed to furthering mathematics education by helping students develop maths skills that will sustain them for a lifetime.

First in Math Online has been brought to India by First In Math India Pvt. Ltd. and schools interested in the programme may contact Ms. Monica Patel, CEO, First In Math India Pvt. Ltd. at monica@24game.com