We reported on our discussions from Day 10. Aki: Just asking a student to create their own problem isn't enough. It is impossible to use all of the student written problems. Problem: How to choose which problem to use with the whole class? We should compare and discuss how many varieties of problems can be done. One missing key point: often each student uses same method over and over. For example: guess and check. It is an important method, but each student needs to use a variety of methods. If we have a variety of solution methods - we have the flexibility. How to facilitate a discussion about different methods? The most important part: Comparing and discussing. How to integrate various methods? How can we use this process to enable benefits? What might be the benefit of type 3 open ended problems for your students? Here are some of our responses:
Our assignment for Thursday: Answer all four categories: Developing an open-ended problem for your students (end of Thursday)
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