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Agree, the absence of authentic problem solving training is severe. Rote learning and practice, even if it's how to solve standard mathematical problems, give y
by lutorm 18y ago
Agree, the absence of authentic problem solving training is severe. Rote learning and practice, even if it's how to solve standard mathematical problems, give you tools with which to proceed but do little to actually teach metacognitive problem solving skills.
- wallflower 18y agoMy friend and his son both enjoy AoPS: http://www.artofproblemsolving.com http://www.artofproblemsolving.com >Is math class too easy for you? Looking for a greater challenge? You've come to the right place. My friend laments something like it was not around when he was in grade school (in the Bitnet/Compuserve days, ha!)
- tokenadult 18y agoYes, the Art of Problem Solving web forum is a very good resource, and there are other great resources available via the main Art of Problem Solving site. P.S. AoPS is where I first took on my screen name.