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Episode 50
Published 4 years, 7 months ago
Description
How important is fractional equivalence? Important enough for another model! These models are fantastic for helping students develop a natural understanding of equivalent fractions. Listen in as Kim and Pam discuss how to use a clock model for denominators uncommon to the money model.
Talking Points:
- Use adding and subtracting fractions to help think and reason about fraction equivalence
- Using the word "over" for fractions is NOT helpful
- Equivalent fraction examples on a clock model
- A real student's math journey