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What Makes a Word “Real”?
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Why Feelings Matter to Data Literacy: Understanding The 20 in 20% Chance
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3 Tips for Fostering Curiosity in Your Students
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In the World of Sports Analytics, the Math Nerds Prevail
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A Brief History of Punctuation in 600 Words
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Fake News? Why The Median Matters
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How The Jabberwocky Can Teach Your Student Grammar
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