Three Part Math Lessons

Students in room 214 have been working very hard their foundational math skills these last few weeks. They have been introduced to word problems, many of which have come in home for grade 2's in their math take home books. These word problems challenge students to think about how to apply strategies they are comfortable with to real life problems. Many of these explorations have also taken place through guided three part math lessons.

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Three part lessons involve three different steps. Firstly, the 'getting started' portion involves a minds on approach, helping students to get focussed and start thinking in the frame of mind required to help them solve problems. The 'working on it' phase is where the real cognitive work comes into play. Students are challenged with the problem, and spend time working on it independently or collaboratively with a partner. Grade 1's are often teamed up with Grade 2's during this phase. Pictures, words, and number are always encouraged with a focus on putting their thinking onto paper. The last part is the 'consolidation' phase that involves discussions, new learning, and introductions to questions that need still need answering. This is also the point when students are asked to talk about their strategies and learn from each other which ones might be the most efficient.

Mr. Hochberg helping students with addition concepts

Mr. Hochberg, our Principal at 20th, has taken time out of his day a few times to co-teach some of these three part lessons with me. Students are always excited to have Mr. Hochberg in the room and his encouragement has really helped many students.

Thanks Mr. Hochberg