1. Module 6: Problem Solving: Draw Venn diagrams Convert to algebra evaluate finite differences

2. Content Learning Targets
Participants will solve problems by:
Venn diagrams
Converting to algebra
Evaluating finite differences
Participants will justify their solutions

3. Language Learning Targets
Participants will define:
Venn diagrams
Algebraic expressions
Finite differences

4. Problem Solving Venn Diagrams
Categorize data
Show relationships between categories
Communicates similarities and differences
Reading Venn diagrams

5. Venn Diagrams Activity
As a group, list the place of birth for each member of your group and then draw a Venn diagram to show the relationships. Think about town, county, state, country.

6. Converting to Algebra
Strategy that organizes information and communicates in a shorthand type of notation
Sometimes a diagram will help to convert a problem into an algebraic expression

7. Converting to Algebra Tom has 12 coins in his pocket worth 95¢
The coins are only dimes and nickels
How many dimes and nickels does Tom have?

8. Problem Solving by evaluating finite differences
This is an information organization strategy for problem solving
Calculating the differences in outcomes of a pattern can lead to a general rule or a more efficient solution
Ties together many of the strategies already covered
Use to find equations that represent a data set

9. Problem Solving by evaluating finite differences
Can you find the missing values?

10. Problem Solving by evaluating finite differences
Can you find
the missing
values?

11. Assignment: Math application plan #2
Select from the list below, draft a one-page implementation plan for your chosen topic. Plan is to include: grade level, how topic will be introduced, key instructional strategies and assessment strategies.
Identifying sub-problems
Analyzing units
Easier related problems
Physical representations
Venn diagrams
Convert to algebra
Evaluate finite differences