Essential Math Strategies: Solving Word Problems
In this one-session class, students will come away with successful strategies for solving math word problems.
Ms. Graf
Average rating:
4.5
Number of reviews:(27)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Practice questions will be posted to the classroom stream after the live video lesson. Students may submit their answers on the Outschool platform after. Students will also have access to all slides and practice questions shown throughout the live class.Assessment
Students will compete a brief math survey using Google Forms to find out the level of math you are currently at. We will do practice questions along the way to assess understanding.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
The class will be structured into two sections: learning strategies for solving word problems and then applied practice. The word problems can be solved using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. We will go through several questions step-by-step in order to solve them together before students practise on their own. An example of a strategy we will use is highlighting key terms and determining how to know which operation is needed to solve the problem using specific vocabulary terms e.g., rates, times, or areas in the question mean multiplication is needed to solve it. For applied, hands-on practice questions, students will be using Google Jamboard.
Learning Goals
Student learning goals:
To be able to recognize when addition, subtraction, multiplication or division is needed to solve a word problem.
To be able to apply several different successful strategies when faced with a word problem.
Other Details
Supply List
Please ensure that you are able to use Google Jamboard on your device. For iPad or tablet users, you may need to download the app. For Chrome browser users, you may need to update to the latest version.
1 file available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Science
3 Degrees
Master's Degree from University of British Columbia
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Brock University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Brock University
Instructional design and media studies are interests of mine.
My classes are about essential academic skills, building up a toolkit of strategies to use in core subjects, resiliency, and overcoming obstacles which prevent you from doing your best in school.
I love to read, write and connect with others online. I have taught in elementary and high schools for ten years. I have taught English, French, Math and Science.
In my spare time I practice yoga and enjoy hiking in the forest. Other activities I find fun include snowboarding, playing video games and gardening.
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Live One-Time Class
$6
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 53 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
3-9 learners per class
