What Are They Thinking? Understanding Division

This lesson uses a discovery approach to exploring the meaning of division. The students will utilize math practice standards as they analyze math solutions and explain their own solutions. Since the lesson analyzes division, it is a sound lesson to use to check student understanding before introducing efficient division algorithms.

Resource ID#: 40001 Type: Lesson Plan

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General Information

Subject(s): Mathematics

Grade Level(s): 4, 5

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, LCD Projector

Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s)

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes

Keywords: division, explain, mental math, place value,

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Worksheet, Image/Photograph, Formative Assessment, Student Center Activity

Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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