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  Case: Stubborn Student
Luke is a math student in Ms. Stone's class. She emphasizes in the importance of showing the mathematical work on paper and not just relying on mental math. Sometimes this causes Luke to make mistakes, as Algebraic procedures can involve many steps. Luke seems to be reluctant to listen and doesn't follow the recommendations Ms. Stone gives. She has talked to him and tried to help him understand the reasons behind her suggestions.
What should Ms. Stone do to help Luke follow her procedures and show his work on paper?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
I think that Ms. Stone could show Luke how writing down each step can help. Recently in my internship, my CT showed two different ways of doing the math problem, the right and wrong way. Showing Luke how doing the work in his head quickly could get him the wrong answer, it may help his motivation of completing the math by showing his work.
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case No
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement No
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue No
The suggested solution is original No
Comments: I think that showing Luke how doing the work in his head is wrong might be discouraging for him.
Rated On: November 11, 2022 4:28 pm
Rated By: Vanessa Ferrer
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I really like this solution. It makes a lot of sense and seems really helpful.
Rated On: November 14, 2022 12:35 am
Rated By: uGejeW