Shuffle 'em up and deal! Learners practice operations with polynomials using cards they pass around the room. The activity works with pairs or individuals, so it offers great flexibility. This is the fifth installment in a series of 42 algebra lessons.

Concepts

addition polynomials, division polynomials, multiplication polynomials, subtraction polynomials, polynomial expressions, degrees of a polynomial

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Form collaborative groups and use as a group exercise
• Best used as a review of polynomial operations

Classroom Considerations

• Expects learners to know how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide polynomials
• The fifth installment in a series of 42 algebra lessons

Pros

• Provides direction for scaffolding to encourage differentiation
• Uses higher order thinking questioning strategies

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSA-SSE.A.2 HSA-APR.C.4 MP3 MP7