STAT.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; Page 28 October 2015 Update.
Statistics · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2012
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toolsreal objectsmanipulativespaper and penciltechnologytechniquesmental mathestimationnumber senseproblems
Skills
- select tools (real objects, manipulatives, paper and pencil, technology) #dok1
- select techniques (mental math, estimation, number sense) #dok1
- apply tools and techniques (to solve problems) #dok2
- justify tool and technique selection (based on problem context) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify appropriate tools such as calculators or manipulatives for solving different types of math problems. #dok1
- I can recognize estimation and mental math as valid techniques in problem-solving situations. #dok1
- I can use selected tools and techniques to solve mathematical problems. #dok2
- I can explain my reasoning for choosing specific tools or techniques when solving problems. #dok3
Big Ideas
- The choice of tools and strategies can impact the effectiveness and efficiency of mathematical problem solving.
- Selecting appropriate technological and non-technological tools, along with mental strategies, is an important skill for real-life mathematical applications.
Essential Questions
- How do I decide which mathematical tool or technique to use for a given problem?
- How do various tools and techniques make problem solving easier or more efficient?
- Why might one problem require technology, while another can be solved with mental math or estimation?
- How can I justify the choices I make in selecting tools and techniques for solving problems?
- What limitations do some tools and techniques have in specific mathematical situations?