What is the difference between a Problem and a Project? While it is difficult to draw a definitive line that separates one from the other, the attributes of each and their differences as I see them are: Problems Require less student time to complete (usually less than an hour) Focus on a single task, with fewer…… Continue reading Projects vs Problems in Math Class
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“Hidden” Learning Objectives for a Linear Equations Problem or Project
A list of “hidden” learning objectives for teachers to choose among when developing a linear equations problem or project.
Uncover the Hidden Game
The title of this posting is the title of a chapter in “Making Learning Whole”, by David Perkins (2009), which I mentioned in my previous posting. I recommend it highly. What is the “hidden game” in High School mathematics? What mindsets, approaches, techniques, etc. do those comfortable with the work asked of them rely upon, yet…… Continue reading Uncover the Hidden Game
Life Skills Learned In Math Class
Descriptions of life skills (skills useful in daily and business life) learned in elementary through high school mathematics courses.
Analyzing Linear Equations: a summary
Explanation of key linear equation concepts: slope, intercepts, and equation forms. Discussion of how slope-intercept form, point-slope form, and standard form are related to one another. Includes general descriptions of the various starting points a student is likely to encounter in problems, and how to proceed from there.
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