Exploratory Mathematics Lesson 1

Objective

Given a video, a sample lesson plan, and a power point presentation, learners will be able to define the key components of an exploratory math lesson by answering 4 multiple choice questions.

Materials

• Paper
• Pencil
• Computer
• Video (link provided)
• Sample Lesson plan (link provided)
• Powerpoint (link provided)

Activity 1

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Directions: Watch the following video and read the attached exploratory math lesson. Then answer the following questions

https://www.teachingchannel.org/video/peer-learning-between-students

File:Exploratory Math Lesson Sample.pdf

• What do you notice about what the teacher is doing vs. what the students are doing?
• What type of questions are being asked?
• How is exploratory learning different than traditional math instruction?

Activity 2

Directions: View the attached powerpoint presentation reviewing the components of exploratory math lessons. As you watch, write down any questions or wonderings you might have.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1SV5NxUhV-8jSomOvun8T8xo2nIuRaC3CvTl30694ye8/edit?usp=sharing

Assessment

Directions: Please take the following quiz to assess your knowledge of exploratory math lessons so far

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CM5WLJB

References and Resources

Egger, M. [Teaching Channel]. (2018). Facilitating Peer Learning [video file]. Retrieved from https://www.teachingchannel.org/video/peer-learning-between-students