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Developing Fraction
Concepts
Meaning of Fractions
Fractions are a critical
foundation for students,
because they are used
across various professions,
and they are essential to the
study of algebra and more
advanced mathematics.
Building on Whole-Number
Concepts
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Models can help students clarify ideas that are often confused in a
purely symbolic mode.This distinct models are different opportunities
to learn.
Concept of Fractions
(Part)
(Whole)
Sharing Tasks
Concept of fractions
Equivalent Size of Fraction Pieces
Fraction Language
Equivalent-Fraction Concepts
Fillers
Example: Addition/Subtraction
Example: Multiplication/Division
3 x
Less than 1
Common denominator
Fraction Circles
Number Lines
Equivalence
5 + 2
5+2
then
Multiplication
Middle school
Use simple stories.
Whole numbers
What is of 30?
Situation they can understand.
Their own models and drawings.
Unit parts
Area models
Division
Measurement Interpretation