Math 8 Ch 1: Problem Solving. Chapter 1 Student Learning Objectives. SLO 1.1 I can connect a two-variable graph to its context (story). SLO 1.2 Given a pattern, I can. Math Problem Solving. Home MathCounts PSC Lessons Useful Things to Know American Mathematics Competition School Courses Chapter Round Material. Unlocking Creativity in Solving Novel Mathematics Problems delivers a fascinating insight into thinking and feeling approaches used in creative problem solving and explores whether attending to ‘feeling’ makes any difference to solving novel problems successfully. With a focus on research throughout, this book reveals ways of identifying, describing and measuring ‘feeling’ (or.
Learn how students become proficient problem solvers by looking through the lens of the Standards for Mathematical Practice. Discover fresh approaches to problem solving and activities that will transform your students into active participants in math—all while promoting deep mathematical thinking.
Author: Max Ray-Riek
Max Ray-Riek is a curriculum writer at Illustrative Mathematics and is the lead author of Powerful Problem Solving: Activities for Sense Making with the Math Practices. He previously worked for The Math Forum, focusing on fostering problem solving, communication, and valuing student thinking. Max is a former secondary mathematics teacher who regularly presents at regional and national conferences.
Problem of the Week
The Problem of the Week (PoW) resources featured in Powerful Problem Solving are generously provided by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM). For additional Problem of the Week resources, join NCTM by clicking here.
Primary
Problem #5027 - Charlie's Gumballs
Problem #4955 - Counting Shells
Problem #4247 - How Far Will Taylor Run?
Problem #4451 - How Many Berries Did I Eat?
Problem #3539 - Pizza Night
Problem #5039 - The Arm Wrestling Match
Math Fundementals
Problem #16988 - All Aboard!
Problem #3055 - Birthday Trip
Problem #673 - Cat Walk
Problem #2827 - Cupcakes, Cupcakes!
Problem #4507 - Eating Grapes
Problem #4555 - Emmy's Action Figures
Problem #4711 - Frog Farming
Problem #5143 - Growing Worms
Problem #878 - I Get a Kick Out of Soccer!
Problem #4663 - Marble Mayhem
Problem #4615 - Sharing Smelt
Problem #4579 - Shopping at the School Store
Problem #3151 - So Many Salmon
Problem #5299 - Sports Weigh In
Problem #2803 - Teresa's Tiles
Problem #3967 - Trapezoid Teatime
Problem #5155 - Wooden Legs
Problem #5275 - Zoo Train
Pre-Algebra
Problem #4532 - Counting Chicken Wings
Problem #3416 - Forming Triangles from a Folding Ruler
Problem #3572 - Integer Images
Problem #16004 - Kaytee's Contest
Problem #5180 - Lillian's Lines
Problem #5216 - Movie Seating
Problem #5156 - Ostrich Llama Count
Problem #410 - Trick-or-Treat Route
Problem #3128 - Women's Walkway
Math Solving Apps
Math Solving Calculator
Algebra
Problem #4648 - Crossed Wires
Problem #736 - Don't Be Square
Problem #5116 - Eating Contest
Problem #4576 - Flying Off the Shelves
Problem #5212 - Symbol Logic
Problem #5140 - To B or Not To B
Geometry
Problem #17000 - Arranging Rectangles!
Problem #2703 - Congruent Rectangles
Problem #5127 - Where's Juanita Walking?
Math Problem Solving Chapter 2 Answers
Handouts
Math Problem Solving
The PDF handouts below relate to lessons and activities featured in Powerful Problem Solving.