6. Counting in tenths and fifths (levels 4 and 5)
Teaching Fractions
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5m 34s
Peter Sullivan introduces effective methods for teaching fractions, focusing on equal parts, division, and number line representation. The curriculum encourages counting by fractions and finding equivalents. Techniques like choral counting aid in understanding conversions. Students participate in exercises, including backward counting and mixed numbers. The session wraps up with intuitive methods for adding fractions, enhancing overall comprehension of the topic.
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