1. Mathematics & Writing A Perfect Pair!
Dr. Cynthia Thomas
University of Pretoria – Dept. of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics

2. Class Discussion Think individually Small group
Jot down thoughts
Small group
Share thoughts with group
Choose most important idea
Be prepared to share with class

3. Write a definition in your own words.
Division
Parallel
Equation
Simplified fraction

4. Answer a question What properties do all triangles have?
What does it mean to solve an equation?
What does subtraction mean?
What is most important to understand about fractions.
dreaded E word

5. Create examples of the skill/concept and explain.
Write a paragraph to explain addition to a grade 2 student.
When will you use estimation outside the classroom?

6. Write about a real-life use of this math concept or skill.
Choose a sport. Explain how percentages are used when discussing the sport.
An sale advertisement states the house being sold is 35m2. What does that mean?

7. 5 point paragraphs 1 point – opening sentence
3 points – supporting details
1 point – closing sentence

8. Attitudes and Feelings
Reflect on your participation in class today and complete the following statements:
I learned that I...
I was surprised that I...
I noticed that I...
I discovered that I...
I was pleased that I...

9. If math were weather it would be…..
If math were a color it would be……
Math makes me feel……

10. Twenty five black socks and 25 white socks are in a drawer
Twenty five black socks and 25 white socks are in a drawer. The lights are off so you can’t see the colors.
1.)How many socks do you have to draw out to insure you have a matching pair? 2.) How many do you have to draw out to insure you have a black pair?

11. http://www. mcrel. org/pdf/mathematics/0121tg_writing_in_mathematics