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- Relationships Between Quantities and Reasoning with Equations and Their Graphs - Module Overview (PDF)
- Relationships Between Quantities and Reasoning with Equations and Their Graphs - Module Overview (Doc)
- True and False Equations (Doc)
- True and False Equations (PDF)
- True and False Equations (Doc)
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What does English have to do with math? Teach your class the "grammar" of a number sentence. Sentences with correct grammar can be false! Understanding of a number sentence leads to a comparison with equations.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use to introduce the concept of an equation and a number sentence
- Have students participate in a sorting activity to quickly assess understanding of equations versus number sentences
Classroom Considerations
- Some equations presented require advanced solving techniques; encourage a guess-and-check strategy for these equations
Pros
- Includes all handouts and keys with descriptive teacher guide
- Creates an opportunity to understand the difference between number sentences and equations
- Allows students to practice with various types of equations
Cons
- Some equations are difficult to solve or guess and check with this level of student