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Subject: Mathematics

Subject: Mathematics

Class: Standard Six

Sub-topic: Currency

Time: 50 minutes

References: Learning and Teaching, Donald P Kauchak and Paul D Eggen, p.g. 336-343 Mathematics in Action, Macmillan/Mcgraw-Hill, p.g. 20

Materials: Word cards, blouses, shop items, price tags, chart.

Previous Knowledge: Students are aware that different currencies are used in different countries.

Concept: The steps taken when using problem solving are: 1. Identify the problem 2. Present the problem in a meaningful manner 3. Select a strategy to solve the problem 4. Carry out the strategy 5. Evaluate the Results

Exchange rate for Peso to Belize is 4.75 Peso to $1 Bz. Exchange rate for Quetzal to Belize is 3.50 Quetzal to$1 Bz. A well defined problem has only one possible solution while an ill-defined problem has various ways of arriving at the solution.

Skills: 1. Identify the problems presented to them 2. Discuss problem solving strategies 3. Calculate word problems effectively

Attitude: Appreciate the importance of problem solving.