Context is Critical: 6th-12th Grade Three Act Math Tasks

Authors

Lindsey Herlehy, Illinois Mathematics and Science AcademyFollow

Document Type

Conference Paper/Presentation

Publication Date

3-1-2019

Keywords

Three-Act Math Tasks, Common Core Mathematics Standards, Teacher Pedagogy, Teacher Education, STEM Education, Elementary Mathematics, Middle School Mathematics, High School Mathematics, Problem Solving

Grade Level

6th-12th

Abstract

Mathematicians view mathematics within interesting and natural contexts. In this session, participants will engage and explore Three-Act Math Tasks; a story-telling pedagogical strategy that elicits student curiosity, collaboration, and questioning while redefining the term “real-world context” and the role that students play in the learning process. Resources will be provided.

Comments

Presented at:

• Raising Student Achievement Conference 2018
• Kane County Institute Day 2019

Recommended Citation

Herlehy, Lindsey, "Context is Critical: 6th-12th Grade Three Act Math Tasks" (2019). Publications & Research. 18.
https://digitalcommons.imsa.edu/pfs_pr/18