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MANIPULATIVES
Fraction circles kit (513.26 Fra
MHC Lib.)
o Divide into activity bags
two whole fractional circles.
Enough for one bag per pod.
TEACHER ACTIVITIES
Quick Review of Fraction Multiplication multiply straight across
o Give example 4/3 x 2/1 = 8/3 = 2 2/3
o Remind: always reduce, no improper fractions
Begin lesson on Division of Fractions
o Relate to division of whole numbers
2/1 = 2, 2/ = 4
o Draw circle on board
Divide into half
Question / , / 1/8 (draw segments to help)
Remind: Division is always how many times we can fit the
second number into the first.
Hand out Circle Activity bags
o Explain:
Each table has been given a bag with two sets of circle pieces
Organize them into two color coordinated circles
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Explain Visual and Hands on learning can be helpful for deep
learning. (Relate to my own learning style)
Task using the circles create a division question you can prove
with the pieces provided. Write down the question on paper
provided.
Give example with pieces 1 / = 2
Remind: Random student asked from each table will explain their
questions so make sure everyone understands and can explain the
question and answer. Raise hands when complete. (Check)
Encourage to discover a second question if first was correct.
Run video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRqWUY8VTYY Fraction Rap
Video (HOOK) Remind: Musical rhythm can help with memorization of facts.
Explain Flip it
o Reciprocals always flip the last number of a division problem
o Why? (to simplify)
Anything multiplied by its reciprocal is 1.
You can do anything to a problem as long as you do it to all
numbers and your solution will remain the same.
[ 40 min]
Practice/Development
Hand out Worksheet
o Depending on time assign appropriate numbers.
o Remind students: Not a test please ask questions. Please put names at top.
Always reduce and no improper fractions.
Review questions on board
o Ask students answers via dice roll (4 sided die and 7 sided die available
from mentor teacher to represent pods and chairs)
[ 20 min]
Check for Understanding
Collect worksheets and grade.
Discuss with mentor teacher next visit students perceived understanding
Closure/Reflection
Review learned theories next class based on learning exemplified on worksheets
Think, pair, share on key points if further review is necessary
Review video occasionally to assist memorization of theorems
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