Description
Problem-solving can be difficult, even for gifted students. This is why it’s important that each student has a "tool belt" of problem-solving strategies. Many of the strategies presented in this session will force students to change their normal thinking patterns and approach each problem in a different way.
You will leave this session with many unique problem-solving techniques that will help all students be more successful in math contests and on tests – including district achievement, SAT, and ACT tests. Each participant will conclude the session with 10 math problems that they can take back and implement immediately in their classroom. These problems will help teachers both interest and challenge their students of all ages.
In this 1-hour course, you will learn:
- How to present challenging and engaging math problems
- The power of exponents
- How to solve problems with a function machine
- About the 2-10 method
- The language of algebra and how to solve real-life problems
- Basic probability and counterintuitive problems
- How to teach probability in younger grades
Other courses in this series:
Pathway to Mathematical Understanding in Early Childhood
The Missing Part in Most Math Instruction – How to Think Algebraically
8 Ways to Spark Intellectual Curiosity and Passion in Mathematically Gifted Students
Nathan – HILLSBORO CITY (verified owner) –
Good problem solving strategies!
Justin – ARANSAS PASS ISD (verified owner) –
There was some great problem solving skills discussed and I really enjoyed it!!
Thelma – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
Its mostly for upper grades, but I like the function machine idea.
Kassy – BOERNE ISD (verified owner) –
It was an interesting way of thinking.
Brianna – RIESEL ISD (verified owner) –
The challenging math problems were very interesting.
Maria S – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
The course provides clear understanding of problem solving strategies.
Robin – RANKIN ISD (verified owner) –
Loved it! Made the math mind think!
Haley – RIESEL ISD (verified owner) –
I liked that this was interactive.
Yesenia – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
Great strategies shared that can be easily implemented in the classroom.
Kelley – HUGHES SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –
Had some good quick math tips
Eduardo – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
This course really makes you think. Questions are difficult if math is not your strength.
Oralia – LOS FRESNOS CISD (verified owner) –
It was a little difficult.
Jorge – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
The problem solving methods are very applicable to the students I serve. I really like the 2-10 method.
Blanca – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
Very interesting
Nate – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
Great examples for GT Students
Viviana – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
Great strategies! Thank you!
michele – HUGHES SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –
liked the different ways to think about a problem
Mindy – RIESEL ISD (verified owner) –
This was an interesting course.
Rebecca – HALLSVILLE ISD (verified owner) –
Put your thinking caps on! There are some good helpful hints for hard problem solving in here.
Linda – MIDLOTHIAN ISD (verified owner) –
This course was great! It was challenging, interesting and FUN!
Chad – NEW BREMEN LOCAL (verified owner) –
As long as you teach any type of Mathematics this is very useful practical information.
Griselda – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
Wow!!! Sounds easy!
Austin – WESTFALL LOCAL (verified owner) –
Very interesting and kept my attention
J. Nicole – HILLSBORO CITY (verified owner) –
Great problem solving strategies to teach students.
Valerie – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
It was great to see the different strategies to solve problems.
Casey – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
These are great problems to pose to middle school students. It lends to higher level thinking using mathematical strategies for problem solving.
gabriel – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
This course helps to differentiate learning with students, there is some strategy for every child.
Rebecca – DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –
I will use the function machines and probably the ant probability activity.
Jeannie – BOERNE ISD (verified owner) –
It was great!
Tiffany – GRAND PRAIRIE ISD (verified owner) –
This is a good course but I don’t know that it is the best for lower elementary teachers with GT kids. I did get a few good ideas form it but overall seemed to aimed for higher kiddos.
Alicia – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
Liked the three different models to use
Henrietta – DUNCANVILLE ISD (verified owner) –
This course built confidence and provided doable options/strategies to solving challenging problems.
Christy – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
I was completely confused
Natalia – DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –
Fun course
Maribel – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
Very good course. It was too fast paced. It took longer than an hour to actually practice the mathematical methods.
Danielle – GRAND PRAIRIE ISD (verified owner) –
Difficult for the grade level I teach but i enjoyed the challenge.
Melissa – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
It was challenging and requires alot of focus and understanding.
Mike – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
This was one of the best courses I have taken online. The topic was very informative, giving me several strategies that I can use in my classroom. You can tell the presenter enjoys what he does as he was engaging and having fun throughout the presentation.
Jennifer – MIDLOTHIAN ISD (verified owner) –
Very approachable way of thinking
Mary – DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –
Great ideas for GT kids
Keith – MIDWAY ISD – WOODWAY (verified owner) –
I was interesting because I am a math/physics teacher. I enjoy thought provoking questions but there are many people who do not. These questions would spark an interest, especially with gifted math students.
Mark – HALLSVILLE ISD (verified owner) –
I enjoyed the course. It gave great ways to get the students to break down the problems into something more manageable and less intimidating.
Rachel – MIDWAY ISD – WOODWAY (verified owner) –
I love math and enjoyed the challenges, but I don’t know that most of these challenge strategies will be helpful to my 2nd graders. Upper secondary teachers would probably find this more valuable. I do love the first part about how important it is to continue to challenge our GT students to give them opportunities to really have to think deeply.
Ginnifer – HUGHES SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –
interesting
Bo – EANES ISD (verified owner) –
Enjoyed it.
Stefani – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
These were very creative problems for gifted students that help them to think out of the box.
Amber – MIDLOTHIAN ISD (verified owner) –
This was interesting, but really difficult!
Veronica – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Great problems and an excellent chance to challenge our thinking before presenting them to students.
Melida – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
I enjoyed being reminded to let the students struggle to exercise their problem solving strategies. I appreciate being reminded of the strategies presented in the 10 challenging problems.
MARIVEL – LA FERIA ISD (verified owner) –
Great for higher level math learners in your class