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NCTM 2016 Annual Meeting & Exposition

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

472- It’s All about That Base: Creatively Connecting Fractions and Decimals

Friday, April 15, 2016: 2:45 PM-4:00 PM
3004 (Moscone)

 

Lead Speaker:
Christy Pettis
Co-speakers:
Pamela J. Richards and Bethann Wiley

Handouts #41024, Pettis Wiley & Richards, All about that base .pdf

 

Go beyond base-ten blocks to make deep connections between fractions and decimals using stories, pictures, and even dancing. Learn how to sequence these activities to highlight the key role that the powers of 10 play in fraction-decimal equivalence. Activities will focus on deepening participants’ understanding and may be adapted for classroom use.

 

Presentation Format: 3-5 Workshop

 

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