A Comprehensive Analysis of Lateral Scaffolding Techniques in Enhancing Student Math Problem Solving

Researchers are still interested in teaching problem solving techniques that are both general and domain specific.The complexity of the interplay among various factors makes it challenging to comprehend the problem-solving process in mathematics.One approach to grasp this is to give the student a specific challenging problem to work through, which will enable the researcher to figure out at least some of the influencing factors.This paper presents our findings on how individuals respond to a math problem, with the inclusion of lateral scaffolding's during their problem-solving journey.Examining which scaffolds learners choose to use, and when and how they implement them, reveals the factors that can either encourage or hinder their efforts.Results analysis suggests that a targeted instructional method may be necessary to strengthen skill sets, and that embedding this approach within a well-designed math problem could cultivate effective problem-solving skills.