National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2013 Annual Meeting and Exposition

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74- Algebraic Thinking When Solving Equations and Doing Word Problems

Thursday, April 18, 2013: 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
207 (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Daniel I Chazan

Handouts
  • HSsessionAlgStrandForDistr.pdf (1.1 MB)

  • What does it mean to think algebraically? We’ll explore this question by looking at student solution strategies for solving particular equations and doing word problems. Research indicates that some solution strategies are common in algebra classrooms, and some are uncommon. We’ll ask ourselves why.

    Presentation Format: 9-12 Session
    Grade Band Audience: 9 to 12

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