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NCTM 2015 Regional Conference & Exposition: Minneapolis, Minnesota

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

228- Using Equal Sharing Stories to Introduce and Develop Fraction Concepts

Friday, November 13, 2015: 1:30 PM-2:45 PM
200 AB (Minneapolis Convention Center)

 

Lead Speaker:
Sarah K. Moffett
Co-speakers:
Nina Smith and Michael J. Wallus


 

Students frequently misapply whole number concepts when working with fractions. Through student work examples and videos, participants in this session will learn how fraction concepts and problem-solving skills can be introduced as extensions of the whole number concepts students already understand.

 

Presentation Format: 3-5 Workshop

 

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