Microcourse 1 Kick-off:
What Makes a Task Worth Discussing?
Examine three example math tasks and consider how each influences student thinking.
Task A
Task B
Task C
Solve 36 ÷ 4.
36 students are going on a trip. Each van holds 4 students. How many vans might be needed? Explain your reasoning.
36 students are going on a trip. Each van holds 4 students. How many vans are needed?
Reflect:
- Which task encourages students to explain their thinking?
- Which task allows multiple strategies?
- Which task might generate meaningful discussion?
- What mathematical ideas might students explore while solving each task?
Identify characteristics of tasks that promote mathematical reasoning.
M1 Kickoff: What Makes a Task Worth Discussing?
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Microcourse 1 Kick-off:
What Makes a Task Worth Discussing?
Examine three example math tasks and consider how each influences student thinking.
Task A
Task B
Task C
Solve 36 ÷ 4.
36 students are going on a trip. Each van holds 4 students. How many vans might be needed? Explain your reasoning.
36 students are going on a trip. Each van holds 4 students. How many vans are needed?
Reflect:
- Which task encourages students to explain their thinking?
- Which task allows multiple strategies?
- Which task might generate meaningful discussion?
- What mathematical ideas might students explore while solving each task?
Identify characteristics of tasks that promote mathematical reasoning.