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Teaching

Here is a wealth of teaching ideas. From the table below, access classroom activities, photocopy masters, computer games, advice on choosing concrete models and tests. Note that each item has been listed only once, although items often correspond to more than one teaching goal. For example, the number lines and LAB are important in almost all sections.

Click here for evidence that even a little bit of targeted teaching will help. Click here for answers to frequently asked questions about teaching. This version of the CD-ROM resource does not contain computer game software.

Generally useful 'models' with accompanying activities:

Advice on choosing a model
Linear Arithmetic Blocks (LAB)
Multi-base Arithmetic Blocks(MAB)
Area cards
Number Expanders
Number Slides
For diagnosing misconceptions before and after teaching:

Decimal Comparison Tests
Decimal Skip Counting
Stickers Game
Scale Reading
Making Numbers
For connecting decimals, whole numbers and fractions:

Number Trails
Using Number Lines
For appreciating the density of decimals:

Number Between Game
Using Number Lines
DecimalLine Game
For learning to order decimals:

Long Line of Blocks
Hidden Numbers Game
Decimal Delivery Game
For developing estimation skills:

Moving Closer
Flying Photographer Game
For promoting class discussion:

Marking Homework
Canteen prices
Rounding/Significant Figures
Funny numbers
Powers of ten
Decimal operations:

Teaching operations - summary
Multiplying and dividing by powers
of ten
Multiplication using a square grid (area model)
Aliens Calculator Games
Martian Numbers -Extension activity
Tests of basic skills



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