Are students ready to solve the order of operations with rational expressions? Do all students understand how to solve all fractions and simplify integers, exponents, and roots? Keep reading to discover how to solve the order of operations with rational expressions. #1 Prepare by Providing Supports You have likely observed that the order of operations […]
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Are math problems with a combination of fractions and integers confusing for your students? Discover how to ease this anxiety through preparation. #1 – Review Fraction Operations Do your students experience math challenges when given problems that combine fractions and integers? I’ve been there and have found solutions to meet these challenges The solution? Anticipate
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Do you have students who struggle with graphing linear equations? Do they struggle to make sense of words and phrases related to graphing? Maybe you repeat the examples several times and they still do not “see” how to solve the problem. In actuality, this may not be far from the truth. Keep reading to discover
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Wondering how to explain and simplify radicals with variables? Read on to discover strategies for making this task easier. #1 – Review Concepts Related to Radicals Preparation for simplifying variables in radicals is best accomplished by reviewing terms related to radicals. This provides a foundation for understanding concepts related to simplifying variables. It also makes
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Looking for a quick and easy way to explain how to simplify radicals? Wondering where to start? As you continue reading you will discover how to prepare to successfully simplify radicals. #1 – Prepare to Simplify Radicals Before simplifying radicals, prior knowledge in the following topics provides student success. These topics include divisibility rules, factors
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Do your students become confused with negative base numbers and parenthesis when solving order of operation problems that include exponents? These are common challenges seen as students attempt to solve order of operation problems. Continue to discover strategies that may increase student confidence with these problems. Negative Base Numbers with Exponents and Expressions: How to
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Are students struggling with square and cube roots? No problem. Keep reading to discover fun, easy, and interesting strategies. #1 – Introduction to Square and Cube Roots: My Favorites! I love teaching square and cube roots! They are beyond beautiful! Before you are finished reading this post you will discover fascinating patterns! Square and cube
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Mapping? Function? Domain? Range? What do all of those arrows mean? If these questions have come up in your Algebra class, you are not alone. Keep reading to discover ways to explain mapping functions. #1 Where to Begin When a Mapping Functions When explaining anything new, begin with related topics taught prior. This will allow
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Domain and range? Algebraic functions? Have you found that your students struggle to understand these concepts in Algebra? Keep reading to discover how to help students understand the vocabulary used with algebraic functions, including domain and range. #1 Skills to Know Before Domain, Range, and Functions Are your students prepared to begin algebraic functions? Domain
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How to Write Algebraic Expressions with ( ) and Fractions Eight divided by the product of six and a number? Eight divided by the difference of seven and a number? What does that mean? What does that look like? How do I write it? Keep reading to learn how to write algebraic expressions with parentheses
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