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
Lorena – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
It is a good refresher on anyone who has not been using their math skills.
Thomas – SPRINGFIELD CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Great math thinking problems with examples and easy to understand answers.
Kristy – COSHOCTON CITY (verified owner) –
Love it!
NICHOLE – COLDWATER EXEMPTED VILLAGE (verified owner) –
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Amy – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
Very high level math and gets your brain thinking in different ways.
Mary – PARMA CITY (verified owner) –
It made my brain hurt in a good way. I learned a few strategies that I can use and teach my students
THOMAS – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
ok
Stephanie – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
I think I will find ways to incorporate some of these strategies in my problem solving- especially the 2-10 method.
Karina – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
I loved seeing all the different ways of thinking.
Cody – ORANGE CITY (verified owner) –
Very interesting!
Cara – MIDWAY ISD – WOODWAY (verified owner) –
This was a great course!!
Nathan – PARKWAY LOCAL (verified owner) –
This was a fun course for any math people out there looking for a challenge!
CHRISTI – KENT CITY (verified owner) –
Interesting questions & ways to help students think critically. I’d love another course on connections with specific grade level standards. Maybe I’d find more of that in his book.
Janet – KENT CITY (verified owner) –
The problems are ones that can easily be introduced into the classroom that are inquiry based.
Anastasia – COLUMBUS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
This was not as helpful as I wanted it to be. It really should have a grade band attached; these problems may be challenging for grades 4-6, but not for HS classes.
Sonia – SOUTH TEXAS ISD (verified owner) –
Great course
Jennifer – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
Fun and easy
Kevin – TIPP CITY EXEMPTED VILLAGE (verified owner) –
Good problem solving techniques
Hector – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Honestly I did not like it. Maybe it is because its via online. I just don’t see it very useful to me. I am actually a GT student that grew up and became a teacher and these courses just bore me. Please do not take it personal.
Cynthia – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
It is helpful for math teachers.
Adan – SOUTH TEXAS ISD (verified owner) –
Made the time go by quickly
Esmeralda – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Awesome thinking!
Feliciana – LOS FRESNOS CISD (verified owner) –
I really enjoyed this presentation. Had me thinking and only 10 questions.
Paul – COLUMBUS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
good info but not the best speaker
Andy – COLUMBUS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Very interesting
Allison – NORWALK CITY (verified owner) –
Mind provoking
Elda – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
I thought it was hard i do not like math
Juan – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
This course is very intersting and engaging. Highly recommended.
Chris – WORTHINGTON CITY (verified owner) –
I enjoyed the mathematical thinking needed to solve the problems. This session provided great strategies to solving complicated problems.
Noelia – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Really recommend this course.
Olga – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
very helpful for secondary, usefulness of algebra
Sonia – SAN DIEGO ISD (verified owner) –
Interesting way of thinking through the math problems.
Corina – SAN DIEGO ISD (verified owner) –
The session was very informative and the strategies offered were excellent.
Corrie – NORWALK CITY (verified owner) –
I really enjoyed this course learning new ways to explain how to solve a math problem
Seth – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
It was wonderful!
Lirio – SOUTH TEXAS ISD (verified owner) –
I enjoyed his way of presenting!
Laura – COLUMBUS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
It was fun and also hurt my brain!!
Laura – PFLUGERVILLE ISD (verified owner) –
Great Strategies
Francisco – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
This has an engaging lesson that also allows one to break down the process of thinking that students undergo.
Jose – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
I recommend this course
Virginia – Private Pay (verified owner) –
Fantastic strategy ideas for helping students understand how to approach math problems rather than just memorize steps.
Patricia D. – MERCEDES ISD (verified owner) –
I liked that it had a wide range of grade levels that you could use the strategies for.
Noel – WORTHINGTON CITY (verified owner) –
love the challenging problems. can’t wait to use with my students.
Brenda – LOS FRESNOS CISD (verified owner) –
Great methods and strategies to help students solve challenging math problems.
Thomas – BOLING ISD (verified owner) –
Great course
Trina – CLEAR CREEK ISD (verified owner) –
This was an interesting course with very challenging math problems.
Anna Maria – FLOUR BLUFF ISD (verified owner) –
Great!
Meaggan – GRAND PRAIRIE ISD (verified owner) –
This course was informative but was certainly not for elementary students. I teach 2nd grade and it was over my head.
Max – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
It is a great course that shows different strategies to solve challenging problems to the students.
Beatriz – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
It is a very helpful course. A difficult one for the ones we’re not good in math but to learn different methods to help our students.