Content Standard: J. Mathematical Reasoning
Students will understand and apply concepts of mathematical reasoning.
Common Assessment(s):

Performance Indicators Students will be able to:	Essential Elements (Specific grade level learning objectives)	Suggested Performance Activities	Suggested Classroom Assessments	Vocabulary
1. Describe a simple argument's strengths and weaknesses.	Understand the meaning of estimating.	Model strategies for estimating quantities.   Using an estimating jar, students will provide a rationale for their estimate.	Student's estimation will be reasonably close to the actual number in the jar.	estimate close actual number outcome too many too few accurate alike different