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Sum up the shortcuts. The interactive allows pupils to discover a shortcut in finding a partial sum of an arithmetic series. Learners use the shortcut to find other sums and to verify the process.
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Instructional Ideas
- Lead a discussion in determining the general form for finding the partial sums of an arithmetic series
Classroom Considerations
- User must sign up for a free login account for CK-12
- The class should be familiar with arithmetic sequences
Pros
- Allows students to see the correct answer if they choose the incorrect one
- Provides a visual approach to finding the shortcut
Cons
- Supplemental material will not load