New Insights and Their Implications

In class we have looked at math in a completely different way than I have previously looked at it. I have struggled with math for as long as I can remember. Math is not an easy subject for me. With the block activity that we did in class, I found it incredibly difficult to follow through with the activity. After having discussed the assignment in class, I am coming to a better understanding of it. Having the students work with their limited command of the material to find their own answers and solutions is an interesting concept. The activity helped me to understand what the students go through in the process of learning a new concept in a problem-based learning situation. The activity also helped me to have a better understanding of the concept. I am looking forward to using a problem-based learning environment in mathematics when I am a teacher. I think it will provide the students an opportunity to think through their problems without directing their approach.