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Transforming tasks strategy: from procedure to problem solving
Tasks are presented as following a ‘before and after’ approach, demonstrating how to move from a procedural approach to posing questions that incorporate more of a problem-solving approach. A reflection of why and how provides rationale and benefits for student learning.
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| Year level(s) | Foundation, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10 |
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| Audience | Teacher, School Leader |
| Purpose | Professional learning, Teaching strategies |
| Format | Downloadable resources |
| Teaching strategies and pedagogical approaches | Questioning |
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| Organisation | South Australian Department for Education |
| Copyright | © Government of South Australia. Free-for-education material. |
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