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This article describes a task that engages students in the process of creating word problems. Difficulties in having students write problems are described, along with strategies for overcoming these difficulties. Student work and teacher reactions are included.

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Veröffentlicht in:Teaching children mathematics 2007-01, Vol.13 (5), p.252-255
Hauptverfasser: Barlow, Angela T, Cates, Janie M
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Mathematics Instruction
Student Reaction
Teacher Response
Word Problems (Mathematics)
Writing Skills
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Zusammenfassung:This article describes a task that engages students in the process of creating word problems. Difficulties in having students write problems are described, along with strategies for overcoming these difficulties. Student work and teacher reactions are included.
ISSN:1073-5836
2327-0780
DOI:10.5951/TCM.13.5.0252