Explicit instruction in mathematics problem solving

Author: 
Darch, C., Carnine, D., & Gersten, R.
Year: 
1984
This study examined the effectiveness of the explicit translation strategy method that explicitly teaches fourth-graders to translate word story problems into mathematical equation form. The study also explored the impact of providing students with additional instructional time and controlled practice opportunities.
Source: 
The Journal of Educational Research, 77(6), 351–359
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Type: 
Research
Common Core State Standards: 
Model with Mathematics
Attend to Precision
Make Sense of Problems
Instructional Strategies: 
Organizing
Thinking Aloud
Modeling
Visual Representations
Understanding Problems
Supporting Struggling Students: 
Differentiation

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