Learners interact to solve problems of rectangular area with the instructor's guidance.
These resources are part of KET's Math Instructional Strategies: Geometry collection.
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Sometimes, permission to work with a partner while a learner is navigating new mathematical "waters" is very comforting. Both learners in a shared activity gain confidence, even if they are at different levels of understanding. The sense of ownership and pride in discovery can be refreshing to adult learners who have rarely felt that sense of accomplishment in an educational setting. Learning from and with a partner can be less intimidating than asking questions in front of the entire class. The instructor's role in these small group settings is to assure learners if they are confused as to the task and to guide if there seems to be misconceptions.
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