This workshop provides participants with an understanding of the fundamentals of problem solving. Individuals will engage in a hands-on examination of problem solving and assessment, classroom practices, rubrics and anchor papers.

The Broad Agenda:

• Define the vocabulary of problem solving, standards and assessment
• Gain an understanding of the Exemplars math assessment rubric
• Assess student work using the Exemplars rubric
• Link assessment results to instruction that will improve student performance
• Differentiate problems to provide appropriate opportunities for all students
• Use Exemplars rubrics to promote peer- and self-assessment