Subject: Mathematics
Teaching higher level thinking in mathematics can be a challenging task. Reaching the evaluation level is considered a higher order thinking skill (HOTS). It includes all the previous levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy. In addition, students who reach this level are able to judge the value of material based on definite criteria. These criteria can be determined by the student or are provided.
Improving questioning skills in the classroom is a good start to solicit HOTS. For information about different types of questions that can be asked in the mathematics classroom click here 
Another way HOTS can be developed in the math class is through the use of a well-designed WebQuest. WebQuests are an inquiry-based activity students use to complete a task with the help of web sources that are provided. WebQuests were developed by Bernie Dodge of San Diego State University. To watch about video from Bernie Dodge, click here To learn how to create a well-designed WebQuest, watch the video here or visit the website here
Take Me Out to the Ballgame – This interactive learning activtiy involves comparing baseball statistical data and eventually asks higher order quesitons of comparing, evaulating, and defending a decision. To check it out, click here
(Glencoe Online, n.d.)
Exploring Integers and Scientific Facts – This math WebQuest uses an evaluation-level response by requiring students to create a worksheet of original problems and an answer key, than evaluate a fellow student’s worksheet. To view the WebQuest, click here
(MathGoodies, 2013)
For more math WebQuests you can use in the classroom, follow these links:
To continue on to Phase III – Applying Principles, click here
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