Students learn mathematics by solving problems. But to learn best, they need immersive problems that activate background knowledge while introducing new concepts--that challenge them to make connections between mathematical principles, mirror their real-world experiences, and show them the big ideas underpinning procedural understandings. These kinds of problems are riches for any classroom, and in Panning for Gold you'll discover a trove of extended investigations that support deep learning in math. Panning for Gold containsfifteen classroom-tested, open-ended inquiries into real-life topics that build students' facility with algebra, geometry, data analysis and probability, number and operations, and measurement. Its extended, two- to three-day investigations are a high-quality supplement for any curriculum. Daniel Brahier describes each lesson thoroughly, including: the rationale for teaching it where in the curriculum it may fit connections to specific NCTM Standards step-by-step discussions of activities and questions for the classroom optional extensions.
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