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Mathematical Mindset
Home
Ways to Build a Mathematical Mindset
Setting Up Positive Norms in Math Class
How the Brain Works
Growth Mindset
Math Anxiety
What Happens When Anxious
Motivation
The 5 C's
Grouping Students
Strategies
Frayer Model
Number Talks
Project-Based Learning
Dan Meyer's 3 Story Act
Newsletter Assignment
Reflection Homework Assignment
Engaging Students in Real Math
Math Resources for Teachers
Math Apps and Games
Math Resources for Students
Math Apps and Games
Resources
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Home
Ways to Build a Mathematical Mindset
Setting Up Positive Norms in Math Class
How the Brain Works
Growth Mindset
Math Anxiety
What Happens When Anxious
Motivation
The 5 C's
Grouping Students
Strategies
Frayer Model
Number Talks
Project-Based Learning
Dan Meyer's 3 Story Act
Newsletter Assignment
Reflection Homework Assignment
Engaging Students in Real Math
Math Resources for Teachers
Math Apps and Games
Math Resources for Students
Math Apps and Games
Resources
Dan Meyer's 3 Act Math
The Three Acts Of A Mathematical Story
2016 Aug 6. Here is video of this task structure implemented with elementary students. 2013 May 14. Here’s a brief series on how to teach with three-act math tasks. It includes video. 2013 Ap…
Three Act Math
is a three part lesson created by Dan Meyer. Click the link to the left for a detailed explanation.
The 3 Acts are:
Act One
Introduce the central conflict of your story/task clearly, visually, viscerally, using as few words as possible.
Act Two
The protagonist/student overcomes obstacles, looks for resources, and develops new tools.
Act Three
Resolve the conflict and set up a sequel/extension.
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