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Probability and the Law of Large Numbers
Students explore the law of large numbers. In this problem solving lesson, students view an episode of "Cyberchase" and apply the law to determine probability in 2 different scenarios.
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From Patterns of Input and Output to Algebraic Equations
Watch video clips titled, "Frog Hops Part I" and "Frog Hops Part II," then discuss patterns demonstrated in the videos. Learners will complete an algebraic expressions and equations handout and discuss the answers. They will be able to...
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Multiplication by 10
Students practice their multiplication skills using recipe math. In this multiplication lesson, students complete the popcorn ball recipe worksheet using multiplication to solve. Students watch a video about the topic and recipe....
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Building Venn Diagrams
Students use Venn diagrams to solve prime number and factorization problems. In this multiplication lesson, students watch a video and use a Venn Diagram to help them solve a pizza math activity that uses prime factorization. Students...
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Calculating Elapsed Time
Learners calculate elapsed time in a series of activities. In this calculating time lesson plan, students view a Cyberchase video that demonstrates how to calculate elapsed time. Activities include counting, subtracting and regrouping in...
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Get My Point!
Here is one of the better lessons I've come across on how to teach fractions and decimals. This lesson plan does a great job of showing how these two mathematical representations of numbers are interrelated. Some excellent websites,...
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Monster Data
An inventive lesson shows learners how to collect, organize, and present mathematical data. They access websites which lead them through a variety of ways to engage in data collection. They get to design and create graphs, and present...
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Pattern Power
Young elementary students will discover there are patterns all around them in their daily lives. In groups, they sort pattern blocks by size and color. Using the internet, they create their own type of patterns and share them with the...
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Properties of Circles
Students study the properties of circles. In this circles instructional activity, students read a word problem about circles. Students watch a video about the activity and then practice drawing the circle solution to the problem....
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How Clocks Work
Students discover time pieces and complete telling time activities. In this time lesson, students complete a worksheet about what make a clock keep time. Students watch a video about time and clocks as well as a video about an Egyptian...
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8Introduction to Comparing Fractions by Using Percents
Students compare fractions by changing them to percentages. In this fractions and percentages lesson plan, students watch video clips and complete the accompanying worksheets asking them to change fractions to percentages.
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Locating and Ordering Equivalent Fractions on the Number Line
Elementary schoolers work to develop a deeper understanding of fractions. They use a handout about various gold pieces and attempt to divide them evenly. Then they watch a video clip that watched the CyberSquad solve the gold puzzle....
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Using Recipes to Add Fractions and Convert Improper Fractions to Proper Fractions or Mixed Numbers
Students use recipes to add fractions and convert improper fractions to proper fractions and mixed numbers. In this fraction lesson plan, students watch a video on someone making a recipe and compare and change the recipes to fit the...
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Using Concrete Manipulatives to Generate Algebraic Patterns
Use concrete manipulatives to solve algebraic equations by having pupils watch videos and complete manipulative arrangement activities to find algebraic equations that solve the given word problems. They will finish with two assessments...
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Living in a Geometrical World
Students participate in a series of hand-on, online, and multimedia activities to examine 2 dimensional and 3 dimensional shapes. They describe common geometric solids. They construct rectangular prisms using straws and ribbon.
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Do You Feel Lucky?
Students explore probability by using games based on probable outcomes of events. They name all of the possible outcomes of an event and express the likelihood of such an event occurring.
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Guess My Shape
Learners play a game with shapes. They work in groups to identify the names and characteristics of various shapes. They give each other clues to see if others can identify the shape being described. This is a great hands on activity.
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Many Ways to Represent Our Data
Demonstrate several ways to represent data with your class. They will use surveys to gather data and display the data using tally charts and graphs. Then answer questions according to the data.
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Patterns to the Rescue
Students identify different numbers and letters. They state the patterns in different sequences. They compare answers as a class.
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Less Than Zero
Students examine negative numbers by extending a vertical number line to include numbers less than zero. After playing a game, students watch a Cyberchase video in which the characters try to solve similar problems.
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Using Combinations to Solve a Puzzle
Learners use combinations to help solve a puzzle. In this math combinations lesson, students use combinations to help them solve a puzzle presented in video clips. Learners compare and share their results with classmates, discussing...
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I'll Halve S'More, Please!
Students describe a fraction in terms of sharing parts of a whole. They understand the meaning of the parts of a fraction and add and subtract like fractions. They apply fractions to problem situations and recognize and use equivalent...
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Being Thrifty is So Nifty
Young scholars watch a video that focusing on budgeting while completing worksheets that include charts. They brainstorm ideas for budgeting time and money. They culminate the activity by planning an order from two different restaurants.
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Modeling Mania
Students describe techniques helpful in solving spatial problems which utilize the notion that a model is a simplified version of something complicated. They utilize methods such as sketching or drawing possible solutions to a problem.