Tobey, Cheryl Rose.

Uncovering student thinking about mathematics in the common core, grades 3-5 : 25 formative assessment probes / Cheryl Rose Tobey, Emily R. Fagan. - xi, 230 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Mathematic assessment probes -- Operations and algebraic thinking probes -- Number and operations: Base ten probes -- Number and operations: Fractions probes -- Measurement and data probes -- Geometry and geometric measurement probes -- Additional considerations -- Appendix A: Information on the standards for mathematical practice -- Appendix B: Developing assessment probes -- Appendix C: Action research reflection template: QUEST cycle.

This book helps pinpoint and reverse students' common math difficulties. Included are 20 research-based assessment probes designed specifically for Grades 3-5, to help teachers learn to ask the right questions to uncover just where students get confused, and apply practical strategies to get them quickly back on track.

9781452270241 (paperback : acid-free paper) RM 112.27 1452270244 (paperback : acid-free paper)


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