Problem-Solving Strategies
Problem-solving workshops that encourage strategic thinking and systematic reasoning.
Description : This workshop emphasizes systematic problem‑solving through challenging tasks that require clear, logical thinking. Students work collaboratively to develop effective strategies for tackling complex mathematical problems.
Category : Math
Age : 10+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Problem Solving Section 1: What is Problem Solving? - Lesson 1: Defining Problem Solving - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Defining Problem Solving - Lesson 2: Recognizing Everyday Problems - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Recognizing Everyday Problems Section 2: The Steps of Problem Solving - Lesson 1: Identifying the Problem - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Identifying the Problem - Lesson 2: Planning a Solution - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Planning a Solution Section 3: Understanding Mathematical Terms - Lesson 1: Basic Math Vocabulary - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Basic Math Vocabulary - Lesson 2: Key Concepts for Problem Solving - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Key Concepts for Problem Solving Section 4: Developing Logical Thinking - Lesson 1: Observing Patterns - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Observing Patterns - Lesson 2: Understanding Sequences - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Understanding Sequences Section 5: Strategies in Action - Lesson 1: Simple Strategy Application - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Simple Strategy Application - Lesson 2: Reflecting on Solutions - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Reflecting on Solutions Module 2: Logical Thinking and Basic Strategies Section 1: Sorting Information - Lesson 1: Organizing Data - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 Organizing Data - Lesson 2: Using Lists and Charts - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Using Lists and Charts Section 2: Drawing Inferences - Lesson 1: What is an Inference? - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 What is an Inference? - Lesson 2: Making Educated Guesses - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Making Educated Guesses Section 3: Visualization Techniques - Lesson 1: Drawing Diagrams - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Drawing Diagrams - Lesson 2: Interpreting Visual Data - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 Interpreting Visual Data Section 4: Basic Problem-Solving Strategies - Lesson 1: Guess and Check - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Guess and Check - Lesson 2: Working Backwards - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Working Backwards Section 5: Using Logical Sequences - Lesson 1: Step-by-Step Reasoning - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Step-by-Step Reasoning - Lesson 2: Sequencing Challenges - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Sequencing Challenges Module 3: Analytical Approaches Section 1: Breaking Down Problems - Lesson 1: Understanding Problem Parts - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 Understanding Problem Parts - Lesson 2: Identifying Key Elements - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Identifying Key Elements Section 2: Pattern Recognition - Lesson 1: Finding Patterns - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Finding Patterns - Lesson 2: Predicting Next Steps - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Predicting Next Steps Section 3: Simplifying Complex Problems - Lesson 1: Simplification Techniques - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Simplification Techniques - Lesson 2: Working with Smaller Parts - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Working with Smaller Parts Section 4: Using Structured Diagrams - Lesson 1: Flowcharts in Problem Solving - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Flowcharts in Problem Solving - Lesson 2: Mind Mapping Ideas - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Mind Mapping Ideas Section 5: Comparing Different Strategies - Lesson 1: Pros and Cons of Strategies - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Pros and Cons of Strategies - Lesson 2: Selecting Effective Approaches - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Selecting Effective Approaches Module 4: Collaborative Problem Solving Section 1: Sharing Ideas - Lesson 1: Effective Communication - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Effective Communication - Lesson 2: Listening in Groups - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Listening in Groups Section 2: Team Strategy Development - Lesson 1: Brainstorming Sessions - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Brainstorming Sessions - Lesson 2: Combining Different Views - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Combining Different Views Section 3: Cooperative Learning Techniques - Lesson 1: Peer Learning Activities - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Peer Learning Activities - Lesson 2: Group Discussion Methods - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Group Discussion Methods Section 4: Conflict Resolution in Problem Solving - Lesson 1: Managing Differences - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Managing Differences - Lesson 2: Reaching Consensus - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Reaching Consensus Section 5: Presenting Solutions - Lesson 1: Clear Presentation of Ideas - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Clear Presentation of Ideas - Lesson 2: Using Visual Aids in Explanations - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Using Visual Aids in Explanations Module 5: Strategy Application and Review Section 1: Reviewing Problem-Solving Steps - Lesson 1: Recapping the Process - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Recapping the Process - Lesson 2: Common Pitfalls - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Common Pitfalls Section 2: Applying Strategies to New Problems - Lesson 1: Case Studies Analysis - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Case Studies Analysis - Lesson 2: Practice Exercises - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Practice Exercises Section 3: Evaluating Problem-Solving Techniques - Lesson 1: Assessing Effectiveness - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Assessing Effectiveness - Lesson 2: Improving Strategies - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Improving Strategies Section 4: Reflection on Learning - Lesson 1: What Did We Learn? - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 What Did We Learn? - Lesson 2: How to Improve Further? - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 How to Improve Further? Section 5: Final Challenge and Review - Lesson 1: Comprehensive Problem Solving Task - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Comprehensive Problem Solving Task - Lesson 2: Group Feedback Session - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Group Feedback Session