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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Regional Conference and Exposition: Indianapolis, Indiana

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

240- Using Word Problems in Early Grades

Friday, October 31, 2014: 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
Wabash Ballroom 3 (Indiana Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Lori Williams

Handouts
  • #240 Williams, Story Problem Days, NCTM Indy 2014.pdf (182.5 kB)
  • #240 Williams, Using Word Problems in Early Grades - NCTM Indy 2014.pdf (678.5 kB)

  • Word problems can be used to meet three mathematics learning goals: understanding problem types, developing operation sense, and developing computation strategies. Come to see how intentionally choosing story problems and closure questions can make your instruction more focused and efficient. Let’s get beyond asking, “Did you do it a different way?”

    Presentation Format: PreK-2 Session
    Grade Band Audience: PreK to 2

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