Chris Sohn
@ChrisHSohn
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High school math teacher. Gardening, cooking, reading, #amputee. #BlackLivesMatter #TransRightsAreHumanRights #PBS #NPR #iTeachMath
Canandaigua, NY
Joined March 2018
end/n And I hope that perhaps the problem-solving skills honed through those math lessons will inspire someone to develop the next life-saving medical treatment. The possibilities are endless, and that's the true magic of curiosity and the pursuit of knowledge.
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11/n I believe that the technology developed for Japan's lunar mission may one day lead to a new form of transportation, revolutionizing the way we travel.
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10/n As Carl Sagan eloquently said, "Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known." The journey of discovery, in itself, is a worthy purpose.
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9/n So, the next time someone asks "what's the point?" about a seemingly theoretical pursuit, encourage them to look beyond the immediate application. The true value often lies in the "what did you learn along the way?"
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8/n These skills are invaluable in countless aspects of life, from personal finance to scientific research to creative endeavors.
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7/n It's a way of thinking, a tool for problem-solving, and a language for understanding the world around us. The very act of grappling with math concepts, even seemingly abstract ones, strengthens critical thinking skills, analytical abilities, and logical reasoning.
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6/n Similarly, when someone questions the practical use of a particular math lesson, it's important to remember that math isn't just about rote memorization of formulas and algorithms.
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5/n - all these steps are packed with scientific breakthroughs and technological advancements that have the have already begun to ripple outwards into various fields, from materials science to robotics to communication systems.
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4/n The process of developing the spacecraft, navigating the complexities of space travel, and finally achieving a soft landing on the lunar surface -
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3/n In the case of Japan's lunar landing, while the immediate benefits might not be tangible in everyday life, the journey itself is brimming with valuable lessons. It's a testament to human ingenuity, pushing the boundaries of technology and scientific understanding.
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2/n I think the answer to those two different questions are related. Both stem from a human curiosity, learning, and the application of that knowledge.
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#iteachmath 1/n Japan became the 5th country to land a craft on the moon. Many of the same people asking "what purpose does this serve" are the same people who question "when will I ever use (insert math lesson here)?"
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Ethan Boyd '25, Chris Westermann '25, and Aksel Wiggins-Farmer '30, are double winners as @MWCSDTweets beats @ClydeSavannah_ and @SodusCSD in Interscholastic Chess
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#iteachmath #Math what are some FREE SAT practice sites that students can use.
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Trauma-based entitlement is common in abuse – ‘I had to go through ... so f* you, you just have to deal.’ When the entitlement is confronted, there is this notion of being defied, of being humiliated – of being shamed. This is when insecurity, toxic shame and entitlement combine.
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Men don’t abuse women because it’s OK. Men abuse women because society tells them they are in control. Society says that if they are not in control, they won’t succeed – if they fail to assert themselves like ‘real men,’ they will end up poor and alone.
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@indystar Here's a link to the database. Cases occur most often in the South and the Midwest. States with the most include: - Texas (33) - Florida (18) - Ohio & Arizona (11 each) Look up your state. See how many family annihilations it has had since 2020. https://t.co/LNfxaGepKR
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