Category Archives: Interactive

5 Simple Ways to Develop a Mathematical Growth Mind-set

Mr. Elementary Math has 5 great tips and a whole lot more in developing a mathematical growth mind-set.

TIP #1: USE THINK-ALOUDS TO MODEL HOW TO SOLVE PROBLEMS.

TIP #2: ASK QUESTIONS THAT PROMOTE A CHALLENGE.

TIP #3: ALLOW FOR OPPORTUNITIES WHEN STUDENTS WORK TOGETHER.

TIP #4: PROVIDE TIME FOR STUDENTS TO SHARE OUT HOW THEY SOLVED THE PROBLEM.

TIP #5: TAKE TIME TO REFLECT (INCLUDING ERRORS).

Allow time for students to share how they solved the problems.

Tip #4: Allow time for students to share how they solved the problems.

LINK: Visit Mr. Elementary Math and you will become excited to learn and implement the 5 simple ways to develop a Mathematical Growth Mind-set.

You Will Love: Engaging 2nd Graders in “Productive Struggle Number Talks”

Monique LaCour, “teacher extraordinaire” in Oakland, California shares this 7 minute video highlighting:

Talking math out loud with student whiteboards …… My mathematicians learn a million times more from each other …… Taking ownership — Gradual Release of Responsibility ….. Mistakes help us learn ….. Mistakes means you are trying new things ….. Productive struggles with the right tools …..

Click to Watch the video!

Number Talks at https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/subtraction-math-lesson-ousd