Math Problem Solving
Solving Word Problems
Strategy: Solving Word Problems- Math
Appropriate Grade Level: 1-12
Procedures/Steps: This is a seven-step process to use when teaching
different age and ability levels how to solve word problems.
1.) Go back to the word problem’s question and ask yourself, what are
they asking for?
2.) Get rid of any extra data.
3.) Look for and identify the key words.
4.) Identify the essential numbers.
5.) Think it through again; what is it that they are asking for?
6.) Solve the problem using paper and a pencil.
7.) Always ask yourself, does my answer make sense?
Comments and/or tips:
- This strategy is to be done in a collaborative, flexible grouping,
peer-learning type of atmosphere.
- This strategy is great to use in a multi-age classroom.
Source:
Hoffman, J. (2002). Flexible grouping strategies in the multiage
classroom. Theory Into Practice, 41(1), 47-52.