A recent study from Vanderbilt University found that when adults listened to 4- and 5-year olds explain their learning, the children's ability to transfer their knowledge to unique problems increased. If we want our students to be able to solve problems, asking for an explanation will help them get better. The same holds true for older students as well. Explaining forces a student to use the same skills they would use to solve a novel problem, thus enhancing those skills. So, if you want to help a child improve his or her problem-solving skills, have them explain their reasoning.
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