Friday, October 31, 2014: 12:30 PM-1:00 PM
101/102 (Indiana Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Tricia Salerno
Word problems in an algebra class sometimes cause students to "hit the wall," giving up without really trying. Using bar models to represent the problem gives students an interim step in the problem-solving process. Often, if they have a way to get started, they go on to solve the problem successfully.
Presentation Format: 6-8 Burst
Grade Band Audience: 6 to 8