Problem-Solving Strategies
Students will apply a range of problem-solving strategies (e.g., drawing diagrams, working backward, making a list) to solve multi-step problems.
Key Questions
- Evaluate the effectiveness of different problem-solving strategies for various types of mathematical problems.
- Design a step-by-step approach to solve a complex multi-step problem.
- Justify the choice of a particular problem-solving strategy for a given scenario.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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5E Model
The 5E Model structures lessons through five phases (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate), guiding students from curiosity to deep understanding through inquiry-based learning.
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Plan a multi-week math unit with conceptual coherence: from building number sense and procedural fluency to applying skills in context and developing mathematical reasoning across a connected sequence of lessons.
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Build a math rubric that assesses problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, and communication alongside procedural accuracy, giving students feedback on how they think, not just whether they got the right answer.
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