Zina Savva

Mathematics Educator

Zina Savva is a mathematics educator and content creator based in Cyprus. With over 20 years of experience, Zina specializes in teaching mathematics using visual approaches to explain mathematical concepts, build strong relationships with students, and manage the classroom. She has contributed to the writing of educational support materials used in Cyprus, and is also an author of educational e-books that support independent learning and mathematical thinking. As a math creator, she is skilled at creating educational and engaging content for her audience and communicating complex mathematical concepts in a clear and visual way. Zina often uses humor and playful examples, riddles, or jokes to help her students and audience understand complex ideas. Zina holds a BSc in Mathematics & Statistics and a Master’s Degree in Mathematics Education Methodology from the University of Cyprus.

Education

  • BSc in Mathematics & Statistics, University of Cyprus
  • Master’s Degree in Mathematics Education Methodology, University of Cyprus

Professional Achievements

  • Has over 20 years of teaching experience in secondary education
  • Author of educational e-books that support independent learning and promote mathematical thinking beyond routine procedures

Favorite Piece of Advice

Focus on understanding concepts, not just memorizing formulas. When students see the “why” behind a method, mathematics becomes logical, less intimidating, and much easier to apply in new situations.

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Co-authored Articles (7)

55+ Math Riddles for All Ages: Easy, Hard & Funny Problems

Mathematics Educator Zina Savva explains how riddles help you understand math on a deeper levelIf you’re looking for a fun way to sharpen up your math skills, then solving riddles is an excellent way to test your knowl...

150+ Funny Math Jokes to Crack Up the Classroom

The best general math, geometry, & algebra jokesLooking for a short or witty math joke to crack up the classroom? We’ve got you covered! In this article, we’re providing the funniest math jokes, puns, and one-liners ...

How to

Check Math Problems Easily

You probably hear all the time that you should check your math work. How to do that, however, might not be clear. There are a number of ways you can check the solution to your math work, depending on whether you are comp...

How to Celebrate Pi Day: Best Food, Decor & Party Ideas

Take your love of math to the next level with these pi party ideasPi is a mathematical constant that is the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter, or simply the circumference divided by the diameter. It is al...

How to

Do Math Proofs

Mathematical proofs can be difficult, but can be conquered with the proper background knowledge of both mathematics and the format of a proof. Unfortunately, there is no quick and easy way to learn how to construct a pro...

How to

Teach Your Child Math

Mathematics Educator Zina Savva explains how to teach math in an age-appropriate wayWhether you're homeschooling or you just want to give your child a head start on math, it's easy to get your child to start thinking mat...

How to

Add Mixed Numbers With Like Fractions

Mixed numbers are a combination of whole numbers and fractions. (Some people know them as "mixed fractions.") Fractions themselves can be tough to learn, but they are one of the most useful math concepts for everyday lif...