Ep 77: The 'Relational Thinking' Instructional Routine

We've got another one of our favorite routines for you today! In this episode Pam and Kim demonstrate the Relational Thinking routine, a routine that helps students understand equivalence and become more comfortable with relational strategies. Thanks to the   Cognitively Guided Instruction group for introducing us to this routine!Talking Points:Examples of the routine for all four operationsWhat does the equal sign really mean?Strategies based on equivalence: Give and Take, Constant Difference, Doubling and Halving, Equivalent RatioResources:Find examples of Relational Thinking problems here: https://www.mathisfigureoutable.com/relational-thinkingFind our Developing Mathematical Reasoning info graphics here:  https://www.mathisfigureoutable.com/blog/development-4