Supporting Struggling Students

ST Math’s unique, patented approach provides students with equitable access to learning through challenging puzzles, non-routine problem solving, and formative feedback. But how can you support your students when they are stuck on a puzzle?		Contents: Problem Solving Process Use Manipulatives and Tools In-game Tools & Strategies
Need a helpful support reference as you move around the classroom?   The Student Support Strategies Quick Reference compiles the strategies below along with the Student Problem Solving Process visuals.

Facilitate using the Problem Solving Process

Students should use what they see in the animation to help them figure out the answers to the puzzles for themselves. When a student is stuck or struggling you don't want to give them the answer, but support them using facilitating questions. 

Problem Solving Process Resource Page Facilitation Quick References Sentence Stems Example video of a teacher facilitating a stuck student

Use Manipulatives and Tools

Manipulatives and math tools help students make connections to what they see on the screen and try ideas. 

Helpful Resources: Suggested Manipulatives Math Mats Game Mats Perseverance Resources

In-game Tools & Strategies

ST Math itself has some in-game tools and strategies that can help students get "unstuck". 

Tools & Strategies Animation Controls Annotation Tool Review previous level Turn on unlimited tries