Instructional Video

Polynomial Division: Long Division

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Make the arithmetic connection. A helpful resource shows the steps of polynomial long division and shows how those steps are similar to arithmetic long division. Pupils watch several examples outlining the steps to divide polynomials using long division.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Use area models to represent the division problem
  • Remind learners of how to represent the remainder as a fraction from regular division problems
Classroom Considerations
  • Class should know how to subtract polynomials
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Provides a list of steps of polynomial long division
  • Includes an example to show what to do when terms are missing
Cons
  • None
Common Core