Lesson Plan and CSO

QARs + Tables = Successful Comprehension of Math Word Problems

The QAR framework supports comprehension of a word problem that relates to a graphic or table displaying data.

CSO:  select and use appropriate statistical methods to analyze data, develop and evaluate inferences and predictions that are based on models 

By recognizing a variety of question types, students understand that a correct response might require analysis, manipulation, or computation of numerical information rather than identification of a number within the table.
CSO:  create grade-level real-world appropriate story problems using multiple strategies including simple ratios, justify the reason for choosing a particular strategy and present results.

Answering questions that relate to a graphic or table involves a complex, multistep process that includes understanding the question, determining how a response can be mathematically formulated, analyzing the graphic, and offering a response that rests upon sound mathematical principles.
CSO: formulate questions that can be addressed with data and collect, organize, and display relevant data to answer them

Identifying the type of QAR supports mathematical reasoning skills and expands upon successful test-taking strategies.