Present & Parcel Problems
12/15/2018
Students in Bridges 2 math class have been working over the last few math sessions to identify the key information in a story problem, working collaboratively as well as individually to solve story problems, expanding their repertoire to create their own story problems, and then solving the problems created by their classmates. Many different skills go into a project like this. Students are applying their knowledge of operations to create a solveable story problem, they are employing language arts content by creating a succinct and clear problem with proper conventions, and they are using critical thinking and collaboration to not only create these problems, but also to solve them. Bridges mathematics curriculum presents various problems and investigations that develop children’s mathematical thinking in all strands of math. Some of these problems and investigations simulate experiences students might experience in everyday life—such as this present and parcel problem activity. During these types of activities, students explore, develop, test, discuss, and apply ideas allowing them to view mathematics as something that is fluid, creative, and relevant...a much more comprehensive approach than simply a "kill and drill" assignment.
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