PRECAL.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.
Precalculus · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2012
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problem-solving modelinformationplanstrategysolutionproblem-solving processreasonableness
Skills
- analyze (given information) #dok2
- formulate (a plan or strategy) #dok2
- determine (a solution) #dok2
- justify (the solution) #dok3
- evaluate (the problem-solving process and the reasonableness of the solution) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify and analyze the information given in a problem. #dok2
- I can formulate a plan or strategy to solve a problem. #dok2
- I can determine a solution based on my problem-solving plan. #dok2
- I can justify my solution with appropriate mathematical reasoning. #dok3
- I can evaluate my problem-solving process and assess whether the solution is reasonable. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Effective problem-solving in mathematics requires a systematic process that leads from understanding the problem to evaluating the results.
- Justifying and reflecting on solutions builds deeper mathematical insight and confidence in the problem-solving process.
Essential Questions
- What steps are involved in a successful problem-solving model?
- How can you develop and select an effective strategy for a mathematical problem?
- Why is it important to justify your solution and check its reasonableness?
- How can evaluating your process help improve your problem-solving skills?
- What do you do if your first solution does not seem reasonable or accurate?