Mike Byster, the genius in Mathematics is also called as the Human Calculator because of the speed that he calculates the toughest of problems in seconds, just as a calculator does it.
He did a presentation at Goddard Middle school in 2007 and a few details are discussed here. While doing problems thrown at him, he just closed his eyes and shifted his head to both the sides and the answer was there. Students were so impressed, that they just kept asking questions and they just fell for him for his wonders in mathematics.
Mike, then explained that how he developed the passion of learning maths. The basics that should be done are to learn how to memorize techniques, concentration, discipline and hard work to help their brains grow. Mike always believes that, children should always believe in themselves and where they are aiming to go.
According to the ABC 20/20, in one of Mike's interviews, he himself states that psychologists call him the Human Calculator for the lightning speed he has in solving even the toughest and complicated mathematical problems. Mikes' Maths is what he names his system of solving problems. It involves a series of shortcuts and patterns that demystify how numbers work.
His passion for solving problems started at the age of 3 or 4. He used to try memorizing things and at that age, he was able to recite almost all the presidents of United States. That is power of mental capacity in kids. While growing up, he wanted to use his potential in a good manner; however, he never thought that he would become a teacher.
Teaching Kids to think differently
This is what exactly Mike does. He wants children to think differently so that they learn the art of memorizing things not only in mathematics but also in all aspects of life. For example, in one of his classes he asked his students to memorize randomly 10 words. The students recalled about half the words. Then Mike used a simple mnemonic technique. He narrated a story using those ten words and the retention rate was remarkable. This was interesting as well increased the confidence level of the students for the future.
Thus, with the blessing, Mike Byster has received and with hard work, he has come to be known as the human calculator. In all means and the speed and way, which he adopts his thinking is just remarkable thus enabling the next generation of children to believe in their minds.
He did a presentation at Goddard Middle school in 2007 and a few details are discussed here. While doing problems thrown at him, he just closed his eyes and shifted his head to both the sides and the answer was there. Students were so impressed, that they just kept asking questions and they just fell for him for his wonders in mathematics.
Mike, then explained that how he developed the passion of learning maths. The basics that should be done are to learn how to memorize techniques, concentration, discipline and hard work to help their brains grow. Mike always believes that, children should always believe in themselves and where they are aiming to go.
According to the ABC 20/20, in one of Mike's interviews, he himself states that psychologists call him the Human Calculator for the lightning speed he has in solving even the toughest and complicated mathematical problems. Mikes' Maths is what he names his system of solving problems. It involves a series of shortcuts and patterns that demystify how numbers work.
His passion for solving problems started at the age of 3 or 4. He used to try memorizing things and at that age, he was able to recite almost all the presidents of United States. That is power of mental capacity in kids. While growing up, he wanted to use his potential in a good manner; however, he never thought that he would become a teacher.
Teaching Kids to think differently
This is what exactly Mike does. He wants children to think differently so that they learn the art of memorizing things not only in mathematics but also in all aspects of life. For example, in one of his classes he asked his students to memorize randomly 10 words. The students recalled about half the words. Then Mike used a simple mnemonic technique. He narrated a story using those ten words and the retention rate was remarkable. This was interesting as well increased the confidence level of the students for the future.
Thus, with the blessing, Mike Byster has received and with hard work, he has come to be known as the human calculator. In all means and the speed and way, which he adopts his thinking is just remarkable thus enabling the next generation of children to believe in their minds.
No comments:
Post a Comment