3.MATH.1.C
Select tools, including real objects, manipulatives, paper and pencil, and technology as appropriate, and techniques, including mental math, estimation, and number sense as appropriate, to solve problems.
Grade 3 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2012
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toolsreal objectsmanipulativespaper and penciltechnologytechniquesmental mathestimationnumber senseproblems
Skills
- select (tools such as real objects, manipulatives, paper and pencil, technology) #dok1
- select (techniques such as mental math, estimation, number sense) #dok1
- use (appropriate tools and techniques to solve problems) #dok2
- justify (selection of tools and techniques for solving mathematical problems) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can list different tools that can be used to solve math problems. #dok1
- I can identify techniques like mental math and estimation. #dok1
- I can select an appropriate tool or technique to use when solving a math problem. #dok2
- I can solve problems using the tools and techniques I have chosen. #dok2
- I can justify why I chose a specific tool or technique to solve a problem. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Choosing the right mathematical tools and techniques helps solve problems more effectively.
- Different math problems may require different tools, techniques, or strategies to find a solution.
Essential Questions
- How do you decide which tool or technique to use for a math problem?
- Why is it important to use different tools or techniques in different situations?
- What are some examples of tools and techniques that help you solve math problems?
- How can selecting the right tool or technique make problem solving easier?
- When might you use technology instead of paper and pencil to solve a problem?