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Originally Posted by elchivito
The way most of us were taught is fine, but it isn't the only method. Some kids are able to conceptualize a problem better using the method described in the OP. I use both, plus some others depending on the kid's learning style. There is no "better" method. Good teachers keep abreast of these modalities and apply them as needed.
It's pointless to keep beating a kid over the head with one method that isn't working. The result is a kid who thinks he "sucks at math".
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Originally Posted by Botnst
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The reason I am uncertain is that to me, the goal is to teach (and learn) how to attack complex problems, not so much how to teach computation. ...
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Originally Posted by kerry
...The teacher simply posed about 7 problems and told the class the students will spend the semester solving them. They had to develop the solutions themselves. They were not going to be taught the solutions.
Math really must be approached like Zen.
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^^^^^^^^^^^
Here's the reasons why chess should be taught to all elementary students for at least one year. It's all of those rolled into one and if taught correctly is fun. Name another teaching method/subject which is fun and students learn a wide variety of things they will use later in life.