Building Confidence in Maths Problem Solving
The resources contained in this new, larger format, APSMO publication are designed specifically to support the teaching of mathematical problem solving to mainstream students in Years 5 to 8.
As teachers and instructors, we know that problems can often be solved in many different ways. With 15 sets of problems and multiple solutions for each problem, this book takes students on a problem solving journey.
Starting with less cognitively demanding problems, the book is sequenced by difficulty and gradually progresses to a more challenging level. The solutions are beautifully presented and illustrated to showcase the application of various problem solving strategies, and a number of unique activity templates are provided throughout the book to assist with teaching.
Importantly, all of the problems are indexed and colour coded according to the problem solving strategy used, which allows teachers and students to practise individual strategies such as:
Guess, check and refine
Draw a diagram
Find a pattern
Build a table
Work backwards
Make an organised list
Solve a simpler, related problem
Eliminate all but one possibility
Convert to a more convenient shape
Divide a complex shape
Building Confidence in Maths Problem Solving lays the foundations of effective problem solving, helps to build confidence and provides an opportunity for mainstream students to see mathematics as a fun, creative and engaging activity.
Author: Dr Pauline Kohlhoff
Format: Book
Publisher: Australasian Problem Solving Mathematical Olypiads Inc
Publication date: 2021
Type: Book
Pages: 214
SKU: BCIMPS
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