EPISODE · Dec 7, 2021 · 19 MIN
Ep 77: The 'Relational Thinking' Instructional Routine
from Math is Figure-Out-Able! · host Pam Harris
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
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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, Consta...
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