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NCTM 2016 Annual Meeting & Exposition

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

316- Exploring Universal Design with Writing Prompts on Mathematics Exams

Friday, April 15, 2016: 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
2009 (Moscone)

 

Lead Speaker:
Angela Thompson

Handouts Exploring Universal Design with Writing Prompts on Mathematics Exams.pdf

 

Some students have correct conceptual understanding, but they still make frequent errors that lead to incorrect responses. By asking students to explain what they understand with a writing prompt on exams, I can better determine what students know. This method has been particularly effective in learning more about struggling and underperforming students.

 

Presentation Format: General Interest / All Audiences Session