A: No. Challenge Math Online is a weekly practice program that helps students develop problem-solving and mathematical-thinking skills. It is a great way to prepare students for the Noetic Learning Math Contest.

A: Challenge Math Online focuses on the Common Core Standards for Mathematical Practice (SMPs). These are not grade-level content standards; rather, they emphasize cross-grade skills such as problem-solving, reasoning, communication, representation, and making connections. These practices build a foundation for advanced learning in mathematics and STEM.

A: Yes. You can register for Challenge Math Online anytime during the semester. You can access and make up all past assignments until the last day of the semester.

A: Our online assignments are either multiple-choice or free-response.

For free-response questions, please enter only numbers as your answers. Our system recognizes integers and decimals only. Please don’t enter any characters other than digits and decimal points. Here are examples of acceptable and unacceptable answers:

456 -- acceptable

$6 -- not acceptable (enter 6; the worksheet already includes the dollar sign)

24 books -- not acceptable (enter 24)

6.23 -- acceptable (decimals are allowed)

4/5 -- not acceptable (fractions aren't accepted)

A: Calculators are discouraged, except when required by an accommodation plan.

A: No. The system does not save partial work. Please record answers on paper and submit them later.

A: No, they will not. Students can make up any missed assignments until the last day of the semester.

A: Assignments are designed for online use and are not intended for printing.

A: Problems in Challenge Math are not only challenging but are also different from problems students usually see in their classrooms. It will take students some time to get used to the problems and develop problem-solving skills. Please congratulate your student on every problem they solve. Treat each solved problem as an achievement, and each unsolved problem as a challenge for tomorrow. Please remember that problem-solving skills are developed through practice.

A: The main purpose of the program is to develop students' problem-solving skills, not to rank students. However, to add some excitement, we have introduced the Competition Mode. This feature lets interested students compete and showcase their weekly achievements. Participation in Competition Mode is optional.

A: This feature allows interested students to compete, showcase weekly achievements, and see their ranking on the weekly leaderboard. Click here to learn more.

A: Solutions are available once a worksheet is submitted. Although only one method is provided in the solutions, there are many ways to solve a problem. Students are encouraged to submit their alternative solutions.

A: Students who complete all assignments will receive a printable certificate at the end of the program. Parents may also choose to recognize students’ hard work and achievements.

A: Please email us at info@noetic-learning.com. We will respond within 1–2 business days.