My problem with problem solving.
Okay here's what I know: Teaching mathematical topics through real-life, problem-solving contexts and enquiry-oriented environments helps students develop a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts. Here's what I don't know: How? The emphasis in mathematics has shifted from teaching problem solving to teaching via problem solving. T eaching math through problem solving helps students: developing different skills and the ability to apply their skills to unfamiliar situations to learn how to gather, organize, and interpret a variety of information formulate questions, seek out any appropriate data, experiment and discover patterns. encourages them to be curious, confident and open-minded But, h onestly, how do I do it? Just put students in groups, hand them some chart paper, and put a problem up on the board from the textbook? Kay kids, when the big hand gets to the nine we'll take it up! Right? Mmm...not quite. Already popular in the Math wor