A visual representation, such as a diagram, can be a powerful strategy for solving mathematical word problems. However, using a representation to solve mathematical word problems is not as simple as it seems! Many students with learning disabilities struggle to use a diagram effectively and efficiently. This article provides a framework for supporting special educators’ use of diagnostic assessment as a means of understanding and identifying areas of need for students with learning disabilities in order to promote diagram proficiency for solving mathematical word problems.
Students’ Understanding of Diagrams for Solving Word Problems
Publish date:
12/02/2014
Publication Volume:
47
Publication Issue:
3
Journal Name:
TEACHING Exceptional Children