Mastering Multi-Step Problem Solving

Jennifer·

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By May 2026, when given a mixture of 10 math problems requiring both single and multistep solutions, Marley will determine how and when to break a problem into simpler parts with 80% accuracy in 4 of 5 trials as measured by student work samples

This learning resource focuses on improving students' abilities to solve word problems involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication. The objective is for students to learn a structured approach called 'Read-Break-Solve' that helps them break down problems into manageable steps. Through a worked example, students learn how to analyze a word problem by first calculating the total from given quantities and then applying multiplication to find a final answer. The resource includes various practice problems and multi-step challenges, encouraging students to use boxes to organize their thoughts and solutions. It aims to develop problem-solving skills with a target of achieving at least 80% accuracy in identifying and solving similar problems. Additionally, self-reflection prompts are provided to help students assess their learning experiences.

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