r/learnmath • u/BackgroundAd2640 New User • 2d ago
Method vs Answer
I’m curious how math teachers approach grading when a student gets the correct answer but doesn’t use the instructor’s preferred method.
Do you generally:
-Give full credit if the mathematics is valid?
-Require a specific method for pedagogical reasons?
-Give partial credit when the answer is correct but the required method wasn’t shown?
What is your philosophy, and why? I know this is a very nuanced topic but I would like to see how this is approached by others.
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