Using Productive Failure to Enhance Understanding of Algebraic Expressions - Ashwani Kumar Yadav

 

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This study investigates how the Productive Failure approach can enhance students’ understanding of algebraic expressions prior to formal instruction. Thirty-nine Class 7 students were tasked with creating and simplifying expressions using letters without any initial guidance. While many faced challenges at first, post-lesson assessments revealed notable gains in conceptual clarity and confidence. The findings highlight the potential of Productive Failure in fostering deeper learning and higher-order thinking.

Ashwani Kumar Yadav

Sunbeam English School, Bhagwanpur

Varanasi