Volume
7
Issue
1
Abstract
In this paper we argue that conventional mathematics word problems are not aligned with the typical learning goals and expectations partner disciplines, especially business, have in requiring that their students take mathematics courses. Using the taxonomy of educational objectives presented by Anderson and Krathwohl (2001) we show how mathematical modeling problems can be used to promote the needed alignment and contrast two examples to illustrate the differences. We then demonstrate how the more conventional word problem can be rewritten as a modeling problem. Sample assessment materials and instructional activities are included to support teachers in making the transition to the use of modeling problems.
First Page
113
Last Page
140
Recommended Citation
Green, Kris H. and Emerson, Allen
(2010)
"Mathematical Reasoning in Service Courses: Why Students Need Mathematical Modeling Problems,"
The Mathematics Enthusiast: Vol. 7
:
No.
1
, Article 7.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54870/1551-3440.1178
Available at:
https://scholarworks.umt.edu/tme/vol7/iss1/7
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
10.54870/1551-3440.1178
