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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Regional Conference and Exposition: Richmond, Virginia

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

187- Even Fractions Are Better with Chocolate!

Friday, November 14, 2014: 9:45 AM-11:00 AM
E10CD (Greater Richmond Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Sonja L. Goerdt
Co-Speaker:
Amy L. Johnson


Touch the chocolate, draw the chocolate, and think the chocolate—and eat it too? This is the research-based CRA approach to teaching, proven very successful with struggling learners. Experience lessons that use manipulatives, including chocolate bars, and the CRA approach to develop student understanding of fraction concepts in grades 3–5 of the Common Core.

Presentation Format: 3-5 Gallery Workshop
Grade Band Audience: 3 to 5

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