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Ever feel like you're headed up the down escalator? Don't let your pupils get stuck in that rut! Practice writing equations to solve a problem using an engaging lesson. A video presents information that allows learners to determine how long it takes to go up the down escalator. It is possible!
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the lesson as a performance task to assess equation writing and solving skills
- Provide time for learners to develop their own solution plans before offering any guidance
Classroom Considerations
- Requires some experience with writing equations to model a scenario
- This content requires Adobe Flash to view
Pros
- Includes an entertaining presentation of the information
- Provides the solution and sample student work
Cons
- None