Abstract
The four proficiency strands are employed in this mathematically rich estimation task which combines estimation skills and multiplicative thinking within a challenging problem solving context. Can your students work out how many Smarties there might be in the Smarties-box? The Smarties-Box Challenge encourages students to apply several different mathematical capabilities and concepts—such as, estimation, multiplication, and the notion of being systematic—to solve a complex, multistep problem.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 35-40 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Australian Primary Mathematics Classroom |
| Volume | 21 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| Publication status | Published - 2016 |
Keywords
- Mathematics Education
- Problem Solving
- Multiplicative Thinking
- Mathematical Proficiency