8.MATH.1.B
Use a problem-solving model that incorporates analyzing given information, formulating a plan or strategy, determining a solution, justifying the solution, and evaluating the problem-solving process and the reasonableness of the solution.
Grade 8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2012
Standard Unwrapping
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problem-solving modelinformationplanstrategysolutionjustificationproblem-solving processreasonableness
Skills
- analyze (given information in a problem context) #dok2
- formulate (a plan or strategy to solve a problem) #dok3
- determine (a solution using an appropriate process) #dok2
- justify (the solution with logical reasoning) #dok3
- evaluate (the process and reasonableness of the solution) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify important information in a word problem. #dok1
- I can describe steps in a problem-solving model. #dok1
- I can analyze given information in a math situation. #dok2
- I can determine a solution using a chosen plan or strategy. #dok2
- I can formulate a plan or strategy to solve a problem. #dok3
- I can justify my chosen solution with logical reasoning. #dok3
- I can evaluate the steps I used and judge whether my solution is reasonable. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Effective problem solving in mathematics requires a systematic approach that includes analyzing information, developing strategies, and self-checking.
- Reflecting on and justifying solutions is a crucial part of the mathematical process.
Essential Questions
- What steps can I follow to solve a complex math problem effectively?
- How do I know if my solution to a problem makes sense?
- Why is it important to justify my answers in mathematics?
- How can evaluating my problem-solving process help me improve in the future?
- In what ways can different strategies lead to the same or different solutions?