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Faster than a speedy calculator! Show your classes how to use polynomial identities to multiply numbers quickly using mental math.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use white boards for learners to practice using the polynomial identities
- Challenge pupils to compute products quickly; ask for volunteers to race each other
Classroom Considerations
- The lesson is designed for one class period, but it may take longer depending on the level of your classes
- The lesson follows as the seventh in a series of 42 lessons
Pros
- Applies polynomial identities to a practical purpose
- Provides detailed teacher notes with lesson design strategies and questioning suggestions
Cons
- None