Problem Solving Framework for Mathematics Discipline
Evans Atteh
Ghana Education Service, Amansie West District – Ashanti Region, Ghana.
Emmanuel Appoh Andam
Department of Mathematics, Kumasi Wesley Girls’ Senior High School, Kumasi, Ghana.
William Obeng– Denteh *
Department of Mathematics, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
This paper identifies a 4-step framework that can be implemented in almost every mathematics lesson and training setting to move learners towards problem solving effectively. This framework which is built upon existing ideas proposed over the years in the mathematics education discipline and best practices concerning cognitive development and effective teaching and learning environment including solved examples provides teachers with very useful guidelines for classroom instruction. Ultimately, this framework can be used to move students towards an active learning environment which is more effective and enjoyable for teachers and students for learning.
Keywords: Problem – solving approach, mathematics education, framework, mathematical problems, George Polya, mathematical methods