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Finding the Area of Compound Shapes | EasyTeaching

6th - Higher Ed
Area is the space inside a 2D shape. The rule for calculating the area of a rectangle is Length X Width.This formula doesn't work for compound shapes (shapes that are made up of two or more basic shapes).If we break down a compound...
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An Introduction to Area | Teaching Maths

6th - Higher Ed
Introduce students to the concept of area and explain how to calculate the area of rectangles using the rule length x width.
Instructional Video
Loyola University Chicago

Math Flix: Formula Area of a Rectangle Part 2

3rd - 5th Standards
This QuickTime movie explains how to find the area of a rectangle by developing an area formula. As you watch and listen to the teacher and student interact it helps clarify the thinking behind applying this concept.
Instructional Video
Loyola University Chicago

Math Flix: Area Ad Space Solution Part 2

4th - 8th
This QuickTime movie presents another problem to solve about the cost of advertising space in a calendar. This real world problem requires an extended response. The teacher and student discuss how to work through it together to find the...
Instructional Video
Loyola University Chicago

Math Flix: Area Parking Lot Solution

3rd - 8th
This QuickTime movie presents a problem to solve about the amount of paint needed to cover the surface of the school parking lot. This real world problem requires an extended response. The teacher and student discuss how to work through...