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Solving Problems with Decision Trees

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Combat crime with computers. The lesson teaches young computer scientists about decision trees and how to use them. They consider telecommunications subscriptions and how decision trees can help detect fraud.
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Curated OER

Solving Problems Using Triangle Inequality Theorem

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders investigate triangles and the inequality theorem. They will collaborate in groups to determine the length of a longest side of a triangle. Then relate the size of the triangle to its angles using protractors, yard sticks,...
Worksheet
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Moles and Stoichiometry Practice Problems

For Students 9th - 12th
Five practice stoichiometry problems plus their answers fill this chemistry worksheet. Because the answers are spread across the bottom of the page, this would best be used as your class is just learning how to perform mole and mass...
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Mathed Up!

Spheres and Cones

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Class members learn how to apply formulas for spheres and cones with a video that begins with a review of the formulas for surface area and volume of spheres and cones. Pupils use these formulas to solve problems on a worksheet.
PPT
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Problem Solving

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This problem-solving PowerPoint includes detailed steps to follow when solving a math story problem. Each slide describes and gives an example of what a student should ask himself and/or what particular strategy would work in order to...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Focus on Problem Solving: Choose a Method 20.5

For Students 4th - 6th
In this focusing on word problem solving worksheet, students read the word problem, rewrite the question, explain their choice of method to solve, and solve the problem with an explanation of the solution. Students solve two problems...
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Pennsylvania Department of Education

Using the Coordinate Plane in Problem Solving

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders practice solving problems.  In this fraction and decimal lesson plan, 5th graders recognize the relationship between fraction and decimals.  Students estimate problem results and write expressions to use for...
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Problem Solving: Dots, Symbols, Words and Proteins

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students use symbols and dots to investigate the amino acids in a protein. In this problem solving lesson plan, students use dots and symbolic analogies to solve problems using the IDEAL problem solving method which includes identifying...
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Using Key Words to Unlock Math Word Problems

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students identify word problem strategies. In this problem solving lesson, students act as "math coaches" to identify key words that indicate mathematical operations. Students use a white board to complete each word problem
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Problem Solving: Estimated or Exact Amounts

For Students 4th - 5th
In this problem solving activity, students read and solve 6 story problems. Students explain why estimates or exact answers were used.
Worksheet
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Problem Solving: Use Equations for Comparison Problems

For Students 4th - 5th
In this writing equations for comparison word problems learning exercise, students use a as the variable in equations, compare numbers, and solve. Students solve six problems.
Interactive
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Geometry Word Problems-Perimeter of Rectangles

For Students 10th
For this geometry worksheet, 10th graders use algebra to solve geometry word problems involving the perimeter of a rectangle. The one page interactive worksheet contains eight questions. Answers and hints are included. 
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The Gaia Hypothesis: An Approach to Problem Solving in the Environment

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students are introduced to the Gaia hypothesis by examining a conceptual sketch. In groups, they analyze the way they can use Dewey's method for problem solving to solve problems within the environment. They are given a problem facing...
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Problem Solving: Logical Reasoning problem solving 13.4

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this problem solving with logical reasoning activity, students read a word problem and write short answers to show the steps for understanding, planning, solving, and checking. Students write four short answers.
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Problem-Solve Your School

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students explore the role of problem-solving engineers. In this engineering lesson, students discuss several real-life problems at their school and choose one to focus on. Students come up with tests to design a solution to the specific...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Problem Solving Application: Using Circle Graphs

For Students 4th
In graphing worksheet, 4th graders use the information from a circle graph about carnation sales to complete the steps of problem solving. They determine what they know, and how they can use the graph. They find how many more pink...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Temperature: Celsius problem solving 18.6

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this Celsius word problem worksheet, students solve word problems by shading the thermometers to show the temperatures and writing the temperature in degrees Celsius. Students solve four word problems.
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Leveled Problem Solving: Choosing and Analyzing Data Displays

For Students 3rd - 4th
For this using a bar graph to solve word problems worksheet, students choose and analyze data to problem solve. Students solve six problems.
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Range and Mode problem solving 4.5

For Students 4th - 5th
For this finding range and mode word problem worksheet, learners use a number line showing data to solve word problems. Students draw or write to explain and solve four problems.
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Curated OER

A Fishy Problem

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students survey the problems involved in finding a solution to a practical problem using a mathematical process. Students make sensible estimates and check the reasonableness of their answers. Students report the results of their...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Find Equivalent Fractions Problem Solving 18.6

For Students 4th - 5th
In this fractions worksheet, students analyze a data table with fractions that show screw lengths in Phillips and flat head screws. Students solve 5 word problems about equivalent fractions in the data table.
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Creating Open-ended Problems in Algebra

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Creating open-ended algebra problems can help students develop the critical thinking skills they need.
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Determining Solutions to a Problem - Fire Cloud

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students watch a video of a fire and determine solutions to the problem. In this problem solving lesson, students watch a video of a fire on a horse farm and complete a problem/solution graphic organizer. They identify the problem in the...
Organizer
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Problem-Solution Chart

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this using a graphic organizer to problem solve learning exercise, students fill in the blanks on the chart to tell who, what and why the problem, solutions tried and their results, and the end results. Students write 8 answers. 

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