Supporting Student's Math Skills

The knowledge, skills, behaviours and dispositions that students need in order to use mathematics in a wide range of situations is called_________.

• Willingness to Learn

• Problem Sovling

• Numeracy

• Math Aptitude

Tags

CCSS.7.EE.A.1

Which is most important for CTE students to be successful in learning math?

• Good Math Foundation

• Confidence

• Real-World Applicaiton

• Positive Attitude

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

What can a CTE teacher do to increase student math success?

• A. Showcase ways you use mathematics in your professional life

• B. Allow students choice about their completion of assignments that incorporates math and problem solving

• C. Rely on math teachers to teach math, they are the experts

• A and B

• A, B and C

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CCSS.HSS.CP.B.7

A student responds to your question stating a 4/8" socket wrench is needed for the job. How do you respond?

• Tell the student that is correct, although they forgot to reduce the fraction

• Tell the student 1/2 socket is the correct answer

• Ask the student to locate a 4/8" wrench in the tool box

• Ask the student how they came to that conclusion

Which statement is most true when comparing reading and math skills?

• Numbers and symbols are read the same as letters and words

• Math word problems rely on reading skills whereas traditional numerical problems do not

• Teaching students to read math problems slowly and carefully is vital to math comprehension

• Math and reading skills are very different. A student can excel in one and not the other

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Study hints for mathematics include all except____.

• Make vocabulary notes on all mathematical terms and symbols in the chapter before working problems

• Read instructions and explanations before working any problem

• Concentrate on the given and unknown before determining how to proceed.

• Review by reading your notes, looking at main headings, and or asking questions about the assignment before beginning

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

When a student is frustrated working a math problem, __________.

• Ask the student to show you their work

• Have the student get up and walk or do something else

• Remind the students they will face similar problems in the workforce

• Provide hints on how to solve the problem (give the next step in the process)

When introducing a math concept to students, first ________.

• Tell the students you are not a math teacher and you will do the best you can to help them with the lesson

• The teacher works a few basic math problems on the board for students to review

• Have students complete a math pre-assessment using real-world scenarios

• Introduce the lesson objective. Ask students what they know about the topic before discussing the math

Effective math curriculum integration ________.

• A. Helps students recognize the math involved in a real-world work situation

• B. Can eliminate a student's math anxiety

• C. Strengthen student problem-solving abilities

• A, B and C

• A & C

Which statement is false?

• I am the expert in my professional trade.

• I was not born a master of my trade, someone taught me my trade.

• Math is easy to learn.

• I know who to ask if I need assistance teaching math concepts.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2