Problem solving in mathematics
Using modelling, prompts, and discussion when solving unfamiliar problems.
Questions for reflection
- How do you select genuine problem-solving tasks for your pupils that they do not have ready-made strategies to solve?
- What prompts do you provide your pupils to help them monitor and reflect during the problem-solving process?
- Do you teach your pupils to use and compare different approaches, appreciating that there are often multiple ways to approach a problem?
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