Classroom PDSA “Do” Strategies
Teaching Strategies:
· Model how to work out problems for students
· Model strategies for students to assist in solving various math problems
· Create a chart which shows students the key words to look for in word problems and their meanings
· Give the class time to work in small groups with assistance from the teacher
· Play the game “Beat the Teacher” to practice problems
· Review the strategies learned during math at the end of each day
· Conference with each student to ensure understanding of skill
· Give “over the shoulder” feedback each day during math
· Count to 100 with the class each day
· Create focused problems for the class to practice each day
· Give students time to work in groups or independently
· Create a “step sheet” to demonstrate how problems are worked out
· Use skill specific activities with the SMART board
· Create “hands on” activities to help with understanding
· Give the class time to play math games aligned to the focused skill
· Teach the class the “TIPS” strategy for word problems (ask Ms. Goodwin)
· Create a reference wall or reference folder (students create-using mnemonic devices)
· Reflecting with students
· Test-taking skills
Student learning strategies
· Use mnemonic devices
· Underline key words in word problems
· Practice problems daily with a partner
· Use tally marks to assist with understanding of addition
· Use manipulatives (base ten blocks, clocks, cubes, etc.) to assist in solving problems or to help with understanding
· Write your own math problems
· Ruby Payne method
· Work with a peer tutor who can show you how to work out the problem
· Work on practice problems at home
· Draw pictures to help solve problems
· Use clocks &/or money to teach fractions
· Create “cheat sheet” for reminders of strategies
· Practice using flashcards
· Use wipe boards to demonstrate understanding of concepts
· Check each other’s homework and help those who need it
· Create posters with math strategies
· Create quiz questions for classmates
· Get help from a math “expert” when you have a question