Word Problems

Strand 25 of the CMT

What will we be discovering?

What is a word problem?

When do we use word problems?

How do we score word problems?

What is a word problem?

Something that uses words to describe an unsolved math problem

Involves “real world” situations

Problem is open-ended– Open-ended: Not multiple choice, needs to

be solved by the reader

When do we use word problems?

In real life situations

At school

On the CMTs

How do we score a word problem?

Is the answer correct?

Was the problem solved in an organized manner?

Does the result make sense?

Rubric

Graded on a 0-3 rubric

0= Inaccurate

3= Accurate

What is a 0?

The answer is incorrect and has no supporting evidence.

What does a 0 look like?

What is a 1?

Answers part of the questions(s) correctly.

There is little evidence to support your answer and show your thinking.

What does a 1 look like?

What is a 2?

Answers most of the question(s) correctly.

Has some evidence that the answer is correct with your work and explanation.

What does a 2 look like?

What is a 3?

Answers all of the question(s) correctly and completely.

Shows all of your work and thinking in an organized way.

What does a 3 look like?

Discussion

Can you come up with your own definition of a word problem?

When do we use word problems?

What can you do when you’re working on a problem to achieve a 3?