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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Annual Meeting and Exposition

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

513- Transitioning in Fractions from Pictures to Algebra

Friday, April 11, 2014: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Rosedown (Hilton)
Lead Speaker:
Jennifer M. Tobias
Co-Speaker:
Vince Kirwan

Handouts
  • NCTM 2014 - 513 Tobias Transitioning in Fractions from Pictures to Algebra Sample Problems.pdf (91.8 kB)
  • 513 NCTM 2014 - Tobias Transitioning in Fractions from Pictures to Algebra Sample Student Work.pdf (420.4 kB)

  • Students’ understanding of defining wholes for fraction situations provides them with a foundation for understanding how to define variables in algebra. Come explore strategies to help students coordinate fraction models with algebraic expressions, and learn instructional techniques to help them develop fluency with these processes.

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

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