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For years I had my students swap their completed math assignments with a neighbor. I would then go over the answers while the students marked incorrect responses with a pen. Then I discovered a far superior method to give students feedback on completed work...reaching consensus! Watch these 10 and 11 year old students articulate how they came up with their answers to very advanced math problems (pre-algebra.) To learn more, please visit http://www.timbedley.com Also, there are several more videos on my YouTube channel showing this teaching technique which should clarify how to implement this powerful method with your own students.
I feel stupid now
99range70def 2 years ago
I did a semester project on how math is taught in Japan.
The teacher discusses the problem, but not the solution. Students work for a few minutes, then 2 volunteer and they tell their classmates as much as they worked out.
Then the teacher fills in any missing bits.
It's SO much more social and engaging than the American system. At the time, the top 5 countries for 9th grade math scores were all Asian countries. They are light years ahead of American schools.
AppleSouffle 2 years ago