Rewording Word Problems for Better Understanding
Explore how rewording word problems can enhance student comprehension and confidence in algebra. Discover a strategic approach to simplifying complex problems and promoting critical thinking skills across subjects. See an example of a reworded algebra word problem for clarity and deeper understanding.
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Keystone Algebra 1 Exam Rewording wordy word problems
ALGEBRA I KEYSTONE EXAM TEST DESIGN FOR STANDARDS Assessment Anchors Covered Linear Equations and data organization and Inequalities Number of Eligible Content Covered 18 15 Module 1 Operations and Module 2 Linear Functions
ALGEBRA I KEYSTONE EXAM BREAKDOWN OF QUESTION TYPES Module 1 Module 2 Multiple- Constructed Choice Response Questions Questions Questions Total Multiple- Choice Questions Multiple- Choice Constructed Response Questions Constructed Response Questions Number of Operational Questions 18 3 18 3 36 6 Number of Field Test Questions 5 1 5 1 10 2 Total 23 4 23 4 46 8
Word problems often overwhelm students Too formal Too dense Not fun Confusing Not straightforward, i.e. many concepts per problem Not a clear starting point
Solution may be to reword problems Taught in any class They require that they make their own connections Helps them across all subjects Gives you a window into their thought process Gives them confidence
Example from Keystone A baseball team had $1,000 to spend on supplies. The team spent $185 on a new bat. New baseballs cost $4 each. The inequality 185 + 4b 1,000 can be used to determine the number of new baseballs (b) that the team can purchase. Which statement about the number of new baseballs that can be purchased is true? A. The team can purchase 204 new baseballs. B. The minimum number of new baseballs that can be purchased is 185. C. The maximum number of new baseballs that can be purchased is 185. D. The team can purchase 185 new baseballs, but this number is neither the maximum nor the minimum.
Reworded: The team bought: bat 185 balls some number of them we don t know (X) but they are 4$ each They can t spend more than 1,000$ What number of baseballs can they get?
