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Reinforce multiplication strategies with a lesson that examines a word problem and the distributive property. Mathematicians work collaboratively to solve the problem, create a poster with their solution, and share their preferred method of computation. Learners play a card game and complete an Exit Ticket to show what they know about multiplication.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Plan the lesson after finishing, or towards the end, of a unit covering multiplication strategies
- Group pupils homogeneously for a focused assistance level or heterogeneously to allow peer tutoring to occur
Classroom Considerations
- Copy materials come in two formats
- Participants should be familiar with multiplication strategies
Pros
- The plan comes with the teaching notes, suggestions, and picture examples
- Allows pupils to explore different ways to solve a multiplication problem
Cons
- None