PRECAL.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.
Precalculus · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2012
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toolsreal objectsmanipulativespaper and penciltechnologytechniquesmental mathestimationnumber senseproblems
Skills
- select (appropriate mathematical tools) #dok1
- identify (mathematical techniques such as mental math, estimation, number sense) #dok1
- apply (tools and techniques to solve problems) #dok2
- justify (choice of a tool or technique for a specific problem) #dok3
- evaluate (effectiveness of selected tools and techniques in problem-solving) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can list various mathematical tools and techniques such as manipulatives, technology, mental math, estimation, and number sense. #dok1
- I can select appropriate tools and techniques to solve mathematical problems. #dok2
- I can apply selected tools and techniques to solve a variety of problems. #dok2
- I can justify my choice of mathematical tools or techniques for a given problem. #dok3
- I can evaluate whether my selected tools and techniques were effective in solving the problem. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Choosing the right mathematical tools and techniques is essential for efficient and accurate problem solving.
- Applying a variety of tools and techniques deepens understanding and supports success in solving mathematical problems.
Essential Questions
- How do I decide which mathematical tools or techniques to use for a particular problem?
- What are the advantages and limitations of specific tools such as manipulatives or technology when solving problems?
- How can mental math, estimation, and number sense enhance my problem-solving strategies?
- How do I know if my chosen tool or technique was effective for solving a problem?
- When should I use technology versus traditional tools like paper and pencil in mathematics?