What is the best method to overcome negativity? Remember your absolute value! An informative video starts with an explanation of what absolute value is and its connection to measurement. It goes on to solve sample problems to help solidify understanding.

Concepts

absolute value, absolute value equations, absolute value functions, absolute value inequalities

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Create practice problems to use with the video

Classroom Considerations

• Turn the volume down before starting the video as the intro music is loud and may startle viewers
• Video best fits as an introduction to absolute value

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes a reminder that most absolute value equations have two answers

Cons

• Video might not hold pupils' attention

Common Core

HSA-CED.A.1