Order in the math class! Scholars learn to evaluate expressions using the order of operations. A game has them rolling number cubes to determine numbers to use when evaluating.

Concepts

order of operations, numerical expressions, evaluating expressions

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have the class create a flowchart on applying the order of operations

Classroom Considerations

• Activity requires poster board, markers, and number cubes
• Instructors need to prepare rectangles before the lesson

Pros

• Includes strategies for differentiation to meet the needs of all learners

Cons

• Includes very few examples

Common Core

6.EE.A.1