Send-a-Problem - Active Learning Activity

Send a Problem

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Information
Alias None
Bloom's Level Apply
CAFE Level Specials
Class Size Any Class Size
Difficulty Moderate - Advanced
Modality Face-to-Face, Hybrid, Online
Prep Time/
Materials		 Minimal Time
Time to Run 10-50 Minutes

Groups of students each receive a problem, try to solve it, and then pass the solution to a nearby group. Without looking at the previous group’s solution, the next group works to solve the problem. After as many passes as seem useful, groups analyze, evaluate, and synthesize the responses to the problem they received in the final pass and report the best solution to the class.

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Decide how you will present the problem. Consider attaching the problem to the outside of an envelope into which groups can insert their solution. Designate a time period and passing order (e.g., clockwise) before starting the activity.

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