I know some of you are providing concrete examples for algebra problems your students encounter. In fact our teachers are beginning to offer similiar examples for basic arithmetic calculations. Doing this is a great leap forward toward understanding what often is a confusing problem for kids. Give them a reason, an example that relates to their lives and then bingo, the light goes on.
Studies Find Payoff in "Personalizing Algebra. Sarah D. Sparks. 9.25.,112 Education Week - Premium Article. http://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2012/09/26/05personalize_ep.h32.html?tkn=USPFPxkZnsBZ34YaX4sjBvB5ucNe1Jys4GUO&cmp=ENL-EU-NEWS1
Please offer some examples for your colleagues.
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