C381- Elementary Math Methods | WGU
MATHEMATICS METHODS | NEW 2026
UPDATE | 108 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
| WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION!!
The three steps in evaluating and selecting a problem solving activity
include determining: - ANSWERS-the solution method that the teacher
would use.
the activity's implications on student behavior.
the teacher's and student's responsibilities.
Information that math teachers should provide their students: -
ANSWERS-mathematical conventions.
clarification of students' methods.
alternative methods.
Several steps exist in planning a problem-based lesson. They are: -
ANSWERS-* Consider the needs of your students.
,* Think about the before, during and after portions of the lesson.
* Decide on a simple task.
The primary criteria for using drill includes: - ANSWERS-the need for a
conceptual understanding of the procedure is needed.
the need for flexible strategies is to be encouraged.
the desired outcome is for student understanding.
Drill can provide students with... - ANSWERS-an increased facility with
a strategy
When drill is assigned for homework, which of the following is
important to remember? - ANSWERS-Keep the drill homework
assignment short.
According to the Principles and Standards for School Mathematics
(2000), curriculum is more than a collection of activities, but rather is
considered to be all of the following - ANSWERS-Focused on important
mathematics.
Well-articulated across the grades.
Coherent in content
, The Principles and Standards for School Mathematics (2000) document
makes which of the following statements about drill and practice. -
ANSWERS-Drill may produce short term results on traditional tests
Drill leads to understanding.
Drill leads to mastery of basic skills.
Desirable mathematical environment includes: - ANSWERS-focus on
students actively figuring things out.
reasoning is celebrated as students defend their methods and justify
their solution.
students are testing ideas and making conjectures, developing
reasons and offering explanations.
Constructivist theory proposes all of the following: - ANSWERS-
effective learning requires reflective thinking.
children must be active learners.
children understand and acquire knowledge differently
Benefits of relational understanding include all of the following: -
ANSWERS-enhances memory.
MATHEMATICS METHODS | NEW 2026
UPDATE | 108 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
| WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION!!
The three steps in evaluating and selecting a problem solving activity
include determining: - ANSWERS-the solution method that the teacher
would use.
the activity's implications on student behavior.
the teacher's and student's responsibilities.
Information that math teachers should provide their students: -
ANSWERS-mathematical conventions.
clarification of students' methods.
alternative methods.
Several steps exist in planning a problem-based lesson. They are: -
ANSWERS-* Consider the needs of your students.
,* Think about the before, during and after portions of the lesson.
* Decide on a simple task.
The primary criteria for using drill includes: - ANSWERS-the need for a
conceptual understanding of the procedure is needed.
the need for flexible strategies is to be encouraged.
the desired outcome is for student understanding.
Drill can provide students with... - ANSWERS-an increased facility with
a strategy
When drill is assigned for homework, which of the following is
important to remember? - ANSWERS-Keep the drill homework
assignment short.
According to the Principles and Standards for School Mathematics
(2000), curriculum is more than a collection of activities, but rather is
considered to be all of the following - ANSWERS-Focused on important
mathematics.
Well-articulated across the grades.
Coherent in content
, The Principles and Standards for School Mathematics (2000) document
makes which of the following statements about drill and practice. -
ANSWERS-Drill may produce short term results on traditional tests
Drill leads to understanding.
Drill leads to mastery of basic skills.
Desirable mathematical environment includes: - ANSWERS-focus on
students actively figuring things out.
reasoning is celebrated as students defend their methods and justify
their solution.
students are testing ideas and making conjectures, developing
reasons and offering explanations.
Constructivist theory proposes all of the following: - ANSWERS-
effective learning requires reflective thinking.
children must be active learners.
children understand and acquire knowledge differently
Benefits of relational understanding include all of the following: -
ANSWERS-enhances memory.