Creating a Culture of Thinking - The 3 Part Math Lesson is a format that has been used for some time now but I feel there is still a part that is missing when describing an effective math lesson. Minds-on should involve more than reviewing what was covered the day before. Students have to be given opportunities to explore, inquire, manipulate, etc. Open-ended inquiry opportunities are essential in order to create a Culture of Thinking in our classrooms. By providing students less information and letting them determine what is needed in order to solve a problem, we are requiring them to think rather than simply work. Have a look at this article which expands planning for math instruction to a more concise 4 Part Math Lesson. It provides a great description of each of the segments. Let's develop thinkers!
https://tapintoteenminds.com/4-part-math-lesson/
https://tapintoteenminds.com/4-part-math-lesson/
