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Matrix Addition Is Commutative Lesson PlanMatrix Addition Is Commutative Lesson Plan
Publisher
EngageNY
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Grade
11th - 12th
Subjects
Math
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
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Guided Practice
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Year
2015
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Matrix Addition Is Commutative

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Explore properties of addition as they relate to matrices. Using graphical representations of vector matrices, scholars test the commutative and associative properties of addition. They determine if the properties are consistent for number operations and matrix operations. This is the 11th installment of a 29-part module.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

matrices, commutative property of addition, vectors, transformations, associative property of addition

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Form collaborative groups to work through the exploratory challenges; discuss results as a whole group
  • Incorporate scaffolding suggestions to differentiate within your classroom

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires that learners understand how matrices represent transformations 

Pros

  • Includes a teacher guide with questioning suggestions
  • Provides an exit ticket with worked-out solutions

Cons

  • None

Common Core

HSN-VM.C.9 HSN-VM.C.11

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