National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2012 Regional Conference and Exposition: Chicago, Illinois

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207- Using Function Tables to Enhance Proportional Reasoning

Friday, November 30, 2012: 2:30 PM-4:00 PM
Columbus Hall IJ (Hyatt)
Lead Speaker:
John A. Anderson

Handouts
  • Using Function Tables to Enhance Proportional Reasoning.pdf (397.9 kB)

  • Many students lack depth with regard to proportional reasoning. They are well versed in the mechanics of cross multiplication but lack understanding of what a proportion really means. Participants will create adapted function tables that will help students gain a deeper understanding of the relationships shown in a proportion.

    Presentation Format: 6-8 Gallery Workshop
    Grade Band Audience: 9 to 12, 6 to 8

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