How does writing play a part in a math classroom to develop understanding?

I was trying to think of some new ways to get my students to truly understand what they were doing while working their math problems. I thought that if they had to write their steps down in a detail format and explain to their friends, the boys would be able to catch their mistakes faster and see where they needed help. This blog explains our journey. I am also learning about project base learning this year. I will also be taking you though our journey of project base learning and geometry.

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Making Corrections on Their Tests

Here are some examples of how I have my boys correct their tests and quizzes. They have to give me a reason on why they feel they have missed the question after reworking their problem. The boys enjoy this because it allows them to see what they need to work on for the next test.

How does writing play a part in a math classroom to develop understanding?

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Making Corrections on Their Tests

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