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Investigate the process of combining like terms using an interactive animation. Scholars tackle simplifying expressions by manipulating rectangles that represent the terms. They add and subtract terms to arrive at the result.
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Instructional Ideas
- Combine with additional animations from the series to create a full unit
- Use white boards to practice problems with the rectangle interactive available to pupils
Classroom Considerations
- Must create a free CK-12 account to access interactive resources
Pros
- Incorporates questioning within the interactive part of the lesson
- Provides a visual representation of an abstract concept
Cons
- None