For the next few weeks Math homework will be to complete an Application Problem. Application problems are word problems that are used across the school board to help students analyse, apply and explain math concepts that have been learned in class. It is very important that students get more practice with word problems since a large part of the students' Math grade is how well they complete Situational problems. A situational problem is a word problem with multiple steps and components. A lot of students understand the concepts taught in class but have a hard time when asked to apply this knowledge in another setting. In order to do well in an application/situational problem students must not only answer the question, but justify why their answer is correct. They must show all their work and make sure it is neat! I've attached this week's application problem (Trading Points) to this post as well as an example of a situational problem (Knights of the Tower). ![]()
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The day before the break students were given some gingerbread men to decorate. Here are some pictures of their creations!
I`ve also shared a picture of the Geome-tree we made together. ☺ |