Exploratory Mathematics Lesson 2

Objective

Given two articles on the benefits of exploratory learning in mathematics, learners will be able to explain two benefits of using exploratory math lessons in the classroom in at least 200 words, backing up their responses with relevant details and examples.

Materials

• Computer
• Pencil
• Paper
• Articles (links provided)

Activity

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Directions: Read the following articles, and answer the questions below

https://www.mathgiraffe.com/blog/4-major-benefits-of-inquiry-lessons-how-to-use-them-to-help-your-math-students-thrive https://gradepowerlearning.com/what-is-inquiry-based-learning/

Questions

• What ideas from the articles resonated with you in your teaching experience?
• What questions or concerns do you still have about exploratory learning after reading these articles?

Assessment

Directions: In the discussion page (using the link below), write a 200 word response answering the following question:

What are two benefits of using exploratory math lessons in the classroom? Use any relevant details and examples from the articles and from your own teaching experiences.

• Please create your own link in the discussion page using the example given.
• Read at least two other discussion posts and compare their ideas to your own.

Exploratory mathematics lesson 2 discussion page

References and Resources

(2018). What is inquiry based learning? Retrieved from https://gradepowerlearning.com/what-is-inquiry-based-learning/

Math Giraffe. (2015, August 12). 4 major benefits of inquiry lessons & how to use them to help your math students thrive. Retrieved from https://www.mathgiraffe.com/blog/4-major-benefits-of-inquiry-lessons-how-to-use-them-to-help-your-math-students-thrivents-thrive