Resolve: Assessing Mathematical Reasoning

An inspiring resource for learning numeracy

How do you assess mathematical reasoning? Explore this assessment rubric developed as part of the reSolve: Maths by Inquiry project to learn more

Numeracy Focus: All

The assessment rubric offers primary teachers a tangible approach to understanding their students’ reasoning.

These materials could become a part of everyday planning, teaching and assessment in all primary mathematics content strands.

Teachers can work together to plan and observe reasoning-rich activities, assess student work, and then plan for future learning.

Stage: Level 3 to 8

This resource supports:

Proficiency

  • Reasoning

HITS 

  • Questioning
  • Feedback

Cross-curricular

  • Critical and Creative Thinking

Audience

  • School leaders
  • Teachers

Teaching and Learning Cycle:

  • Teach

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Reflective Prompt

Try the reasoning prompts cards in this resource.

What did you learn about your students’ reasoning from asking these questions?

Reflective Prompt

Try the reasoning prompts cards in this resource.

What did you learn about your students’ reasoning from asking these questions?

Proficiency Reflective Prompt

How would you use this resource in your context to encourage children and young people’s reasoning?

Proficiency Reflective Prompt

How would you use this resource in your context to encourage children and young people’s reasoning?