Algebra

How to Solve Word Problems with Keywords and Patterns

How to Solve Word Problems with Keywords and Patterns Have your students ever asked where to begin when solving a word problem? Do students ask questions such as, “Which goes first, the variable or the number?” If this question is familiar, keep reading. In this post, I will provide many examples of how to solve […]

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How to Successfully Prepare Students for Order of Operations

Are you looking for a way to be ready to complete order operations successfully for Algebra? This post will cover specific strategies that will successfully prepare students for order of operations in Algebra. 1. Why Begin with a Review of Integer Operations? The ability to successfully complete integer operations are key for success with order

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How to Teach Integers for Success for Order of Operations, Part 2

Are students becoming confused with methods used for solving integer operations? Have you moved on to order of operations and noted that student frustration only becomes worse? I’ve been there. However, my experience only led me to great observations and discoveries which I will share in this and future posts. This short post continues to

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How to Teach Integers for Success for Order of Operations, Part 1

Are students becoming confused with methods used for solving integer operations? Have you moved on to order of operations and noted that student frustration only becomes worse? I’ve been there. However, my experience only led me to great observations and discoveries which I will share in this and future posts. This short post is provided

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