Grs 4-8, Cohort 5 Thoughts by Alison https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts I used to think __________ about computations & algebraic reasoning but now I think __________. en-us 2016-10-11 04:01:12 UTC 2026-03-22 16:04:31 UTC hello@padlet.com emyslicki https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129925934 I used to think the only way to solve was the standard algorithm, but now I think that using the models is an easier way to introduce the concept and then teach the standard algorithm way.]]> 2016-10-11 18:10:34 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129925934 lgiles2 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129925952 I used to think that I didn't have time for the models so I would skip to the algorithm, but now I realize I've lost those students who are visual learners]]> 2016-10-11 18:10:36 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129925952 katiedlowery https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129925984 I used to think using a standard algorithm was the best way for the kids to solve computations and algebraic reasoning but now I see that going back to the models for both advanced and struggling learners is beneficial to lay the foundation and have the student understand the process. ]]> 2016-10-11 18:10:40 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129925984 smmcdonald1 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129925992 I used to think models weren't as helpful in algebraic reasoning, but now I think modeling will help them connect to the algorithm faster.]]> 2016-10-11 18:10:41 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129925992 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926029 I used to think that i just needed to show the kids how to solve problems but now I realize I need to spend more time helping the kids to understand why they are solving the problems a certain way.

]]> 2016-10-11 18:10:46 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926029 jsims2 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926042 I used to think models were confusing to the students but now I see the benefits that lead to understanding the computations.

]]> 2016-10-11 18:10:47 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926042 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926043 I used to think models were a waste of time since there are so many different kinds, and STAAR test picks their own for computation and algebraic reasoning questions anyway, but now I think it is important to shine light on different methods because of different learners (auditory, visual, etc.) and to reach all levels and students.]]> 2016-10-11 18:10:47 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926043 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926098 I used to think I could not do to many models about computations & algebraic reasoning but now I think during more with models will help the students.]]> 2016-10-11 18:10:54 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926098 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926117 I used to think that we could not use manipulatives to model algebraic expressions but now I know I can!

]]> 2016-10-11 18:10:56 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926117 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926128 I used to think that there wasnt a place for models and manipulatives and now I see how they can be used in upper elementary in middle school]]> 2016-10-11 18:10:57 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926128 khobbs3 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926189 I used to think that computations and algebraic reasoning was easy to everyone, but now I think that some students lack the support at home which makes it harder for them to get everything without support from both parents and the teachers. ]]> 2016-10-11 18:11:04 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926189 rmarquez_AISD https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926227 I used to think that models were for the lower grades when it came to computations and algebraic reasoning but now i think they are the basis for understanding the standard algorithms.]]> 2016-10-11 18:11:09 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926227 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926228 I use to think that algorithm was the only way to teach algebraic reasoning but not I know that models helps.

]]> 2016-10-11 18:11:09 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926228 I used to https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926263 2016-10-11 18:11:14 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926263 I used to think it was hard to model computations and algebraic reasoning but now I think it can be done. sdelgado4 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926391 2016-10-11 18:11:31 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926391 manderson58 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926568 ~models were difficult to teach and not always effective
~they are not too hard and are "a must"!]]> 2016-10-11 18:11:58 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926568 I used to think just learning the algorithm was enough now I see starting with models is better. dday5 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926597 2016-10-11 18:12:02 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926597 https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926849 I used to think that models were time consuming ]]> 2016-10-11 18:12:34 UTC https://padlet.com/alentz/485Thoughts/wish/129926849