560-3

Answer each question in 150-200 words each with at least 1 reference.

1.  You are currently exploring Block 3 of your clinical field experience in this course. During this block, you are focused on planning and instructing a larger group of students. Share with your peers the field experiences you have had so far in this course. Focus on sharing specific examples related to planning and implementing math lessons. So far with my practicum I have completed the activity Teach small groups or centers using student data to determine groups.

2. What is the difference between teaching mathematics through direct instruction and teaching through student-centered problem-solving? Provide an example to explain your response.