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Curse Reverse InteractiveCurse Reverse Interactive
Publisher
New Mexico State University
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Grade
4th - 6th
Subjects
Math
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Duration
2 hrs
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Technology
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Year
2014
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Fine Print: Educational Use
Language
English, Spanish
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Curse Reverse

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Build towers with algebraic expressions. Pupils use algebraic expressions to build towers that allow their players to navigate a series of rooms. Learners evaluate expressions using different values for the variables to create a pathway for the characters. Afterward, the class participates in a support activity of building expressions to evaluate to given numbers to unlock a puzzle.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

algebraic expressions, basic operations, coefficients, variables

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Lead a mini lesson on variables

Classroom Considerations

  • Individuals should know basic order of operations
  • Requires the use of snap cubes for the supporting activity

Pros

  • Includes a video describing how to play the game
  • Provides questions to highlight the math in the game

Cons

  • The poster referenced in the supporting activity is not included

Common Core

MP1 MP4 MP6 4.OA.C.5 5.OA.A.1 5.OA.A.2 6.EE.A.4 6.EE.B.6

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