Solving Word Problems | Grades K–5
Participants learn how to effectively model and teach word problems by using math drawings. The study and practice of solving word problems further reveal the coherence of the curriculum and how this mathematical model supports student learning across the grades. Separate sessions will be held to focus on Grades k-5
Description
- Analyze and practice the RDW process for solving word problems
- Study decoding part-whole relationships in common addition and subtraction word problem situations
- Model one- and two-step addition and subtraction word problems by using concrete, pictorial, and symbolic representations
- Study and apply three levels of counting that students use as they acquire understanding of and skill with addition and subtraction
- Study the RDW process as it relates to the standards for mathematical practice and consider how to customize delivery to highlight certain practices and consider how to use the progression to coach students toward greater precision and efficiency in model drawing
- Practice decoding part–whole relationships in common multiplication and division word problem situations
- Model one- and two-step multiplication and division word problems with concrete, pictorial, and symbolic representations
- Practice different modes of delivery of word problem instruction when implementing the RDW process.
Prerequisites
To attend, you must have attended a Launch, Fluency in Action, and Preparation & Customization