Word-Problems & Problem Solving Made Easy for Elementary Students
What's included
8 live meetings
5 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. 1-2 throughout the classAssessment
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Word problems require students to read a language-based problem, identify necessary information to answer a prompt, and perform calculation(s) to develop a problem solution. Solving word problems proves particularly challenging for students because skill in reading, interpretation of language, and mathematics are required for word-problem proficiency. This class will provide a word-problem intervention to increase students’ understanding of three word-problem language features: naming a superordinate category, identifying irrelevant information, and providing a word-problem label. Students who take this class will demonstrate improvement on identifying irrelevant information and providing word-problem labels. The importance of explicit teaching of language comprehension features within word-problems has been proven. The goal of this class is to improve student ability to solve word problems and to give them practice with word problems. Creating a curriculum for elementary students to solve word problems involves a gradual progression of skills, ensuring students build a strong foundation in understanding and solving various types of word problems. This is the curriculum for this class: Week 1 - Practice • Understand simple addition and subtraction. • Develop reading comprehension skills. • Recognize keywords for addition (e.g., total, in all) and subtraction (e.g., left, fewer). • Understand and solve simple word problems using visual aids like pictures and objects. Week 2 - • Use objects (e.g., blocks, counters) to represent word problems. • Practice with simple, one-step word problems. • Read and interpret simple sentences. Week 3 - • Practice addition and subtraction problem-solving skills. • Begin to introduce basic multiplication concepts. • Solve one and two-step problems. Week 4 - • Solve word problems with larger numbers and two steps. • Use drawings and diagrams to visualize problems. • Introduce basic multiplication through repeated addition word problems. Week 5 - • Practice addition, subtraction, and basic multiplication word problems. • Introduce division and simple fractions. Week 6 - • Recognize and use keywords for all four operations. • Solve problems involving money and measurements. • Understand division as the inverse of multiplication. Week 7 - • Solve multi-step word problems involving all four operations. • Use number lines, arrays, and other visual aids for division and multiplication. • Introduce problems involving fractions and equal parts. Week 8 • Continue to practice proficiency in solving word problems. • Review key words in word problems that represent addition, subtraction, multiplication, & division • Use charts, graphs, and tables to organize information. • Solve real-world problems involving measurements and data.. • Games and Activities: Educational games that reinforce problem-solving skills.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to solve one-step and multi-step word problems.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Understanding Addition and Subtraction Word Problems.
Practice addition and subtraction word problems, developing reading comprehension skills , and recognizing key words in word problems.
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
One-Step Word Problem Practice
Practice word problems, understand key words, and use blocks and diagrams to practice solving word problems.
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Practice Addition and Subtraction and Introduce Multiplication Word Problems
Practice addition and subtraction word problems and practice multiplication word problems and identify key words. Solve one and two-step problems.
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Solve Word Problems with Larget Numbers
Solve addition, subtraction and multiplication word problems with larger numbers.
40 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from University of Pennsylvania
My name is Teacher Rosalind Derricotte, MS, and I am a licensed certified teacher. I have taught many subjects, including: elementary and middle school math, language arts, public speaking, competitive debate & speech, communication, reading, and critical thinking skills to students from elementary thru high school. I have also served as an adjunct faculty member at a college. I am honored to be an Outschool teacher, with over 25 years of teaching experience, and I look forward to welcoming your child to my class. I am an energetic teacher who loves helping children learn and excel.
Teacher Rosalind
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Live Group Course
$12
weekly or $96 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
40 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
2-6 learners per class