Blumberg Center for
Interdisciplinary Studies in Special Education
Project for responsive educational systems
online evidence-based intervention resources
Math: Problem Solving
It Pays to Compare!:
Using Comparison to Help Build
Students’ Flexibility in Mathematics
Examines the use of comparison as a means of introducing multiple strategies for problem-solving in mathematics and encouraging the development of flexible knowledge in algebra.
Louisiana Department of Education
Tutoring Lessons
Interventions for analyzing and solving word problems for secondary students.
Louisiana Department of Education
Tutoring Lessons
Interventions for analyzing and solving word problems and finding distance for elementary students.
Math Problem Solving for Middle School Students with Disabilities
Provides
strategies that work with any students.
(Secondary)
Math Problem Solving for Primary Elementary Students with
Disabilities
Several validated practices for teaching young children math problem solving are described, and a sample lesson is provided. Additionally, specific adaptations and accommodations are provided for students with other types of cognitive disabilities such as traumatic brain injury (TBI) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). (Primary)
Math Problem Solving for Upper Elementary Students with Disabilities
Several validated practices are described, and a sample lesson is provided. Additionally, specific adaptations and accommodations are provided for students with other types of cognitive disabilities, such as spina bifida and Asperger’s Syndrome. (Intermediate)
Math Word Problem Intervention
This intervention is designed to improve math problem solving skills for word problems.
Mathematics Strategy Instruction (SI) for Middle School Students with
Learning Disabilities
Defines strategy instruction, identifies key features of effective strategies, and identifies key components necessary for instructing youth in the use of a strategy for use with any students. (Secondary)
Mnemonic Device for Solving Word
Problems
Mnemonic Device for Word-Problem
Solving
Solving Word Problems Using
Structured Organizers
This intervention gives students better understanding of reading, interpreting, and solving word problems in mathematics. The teacher first models the use of structure organizers, students use the organizers on their own, and the teacher phases out organizers as students become more proficient. (Click on link)
Using Question-Answer
Relationships (QARs) to Interpret Math Graphics
Teachers need an instructional strategy to encourage students to be perceptive interpreters of graphics in applied math problems. One idea is to have them apply a reading comprehension strategy, Question-Answer Relationships (QARs) as a tool for analyzing math graphics.