The Relational Transformation Framework (RTF) is an educational system created by Lozetta Hayden to shift mathematics instruction from memorizing steps to understanding structural relationships.
It utilizes a central visual tool called the relational triangle, where a "whole" value occupies the top and constituent "parts" occupy the bottom. Students navigate this model using the B.E.V. System — Build, Eliminate, and Verify — to map problems, disprove incorrect options, and validate their solutions through inverse operations.
This approach addresses the "freeze" students experience when encountering unfamiliar formats by providing a universal anchor applicable to everything from basic addition to complex algebra.
Ultimately, the framework aims to promote mathematical equity and confidence by empowering all learners to justify their reasoning rather than simply guessing.