Assignment: Applying Constructivist Strategies for Teaching Mathematics
Educators are shifting their instructional practices to include constructivist strategies that increase rigor in terms of critical thinking and problem-solving. The intent of these strategies is to prepare students for college and careers in the 21st century.
Research and provide the links for two math lesson plans aligned to any two state math content standards for any K-8 grade level. Select lesson plans that do not already use constructivist strategies for teaching the math skills.
In 500 to 750 words, complete the "Mathematical Lesson Analysis Template" and for each lesson plan:
1) Identify components within the lesson plan that address the standards the lesson plan is aligned to.
2) Describe one constructivist strategy that could be used within the lesson that involves critical thinking and problem-solving.
Support your constructivist strategies with 1-2 scholarly resources.
In the same document, beneath your lesson plan analyses, write a 250 to 500 words reflection on how you plan to incorporate the mathematical practice standards and constructivism into your classroom. Describe how you plan to provide a rigorous experience for students to prepare them for college and careers in the 21st century.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
(1) The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
(2) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
(3) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.