by Miwako Sensei | Education, Improve Cognitive Ability, Math, Research on Abacus
Abacus – The ancient computer The abacus is most commonly attributed to the East Asian countries and, in its most recognizable form, dates back to the 2nd Century B.C. Although it is usually referred to as an ancient calculator, the abacus is closer to a computer...
by Miwako Sensei | Abacus gains interest globally, About Abacus, Japanese Culture, Math, Soroban abacus
According to International Journal of Research in Education and Science, “Soroban Abacus training helps students in terms of problem-solving abilities, creativity, development of concepts and interest towards mathematics.” This tool helps with calculations of numbers...
by Miwako Sensei | Announcements, Community, JAMS in media, JAMS in the News
We are proud that the Japanese Abacus Math School of Portland was featured in the news on KGW.com. For more than 20 years, JAMS, Portland has helped hundreds of students excel in math and is continuing to play a very positive role in both their present and future....
by Miwako Sensei | Announcements, Uncategorized
Fall Term 2021 Q: Is vaccination mandated for all teachers and staff?A: All JAMS teachers and staff are fully vaccinated. Q: Will you maintain social distance in class?A: We will keep a 3-foot social distance. Q: Are masks required?A: Yes. Everyone must wear a mask...
by Miwako Sensei | Education, Parenting, Responsibility
ONLINE ABACUS CLASSES Others may be living in fear and not doing much during the coronavirus pandemic, but that’s not JAMS. We are working hard to make sure the learning does not stop with our online Abacus Classes! Now is not the time to stop classes. Now is the time...
