Lesson Plan

Estimating Quantities

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Apply the concept of magnitude to estimate values and compare numbers. The ninth lesson of the 15-part series asks learners to write numbers to their next greatest power of 10 and then make comparisons. Scholars begin to understand the concept and importance of scientific notation.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Review properties of exponents prior to the lesson
  • Use board work to check for understanding
Classroom Considerations
  • Builds directly from the previous lesson in the series
Pros
  • Lesson uses real-life situations to practice the concepts
  • References the notation seen on calculators
Cons
  • None
Common Core