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Grade 5 Math Module 1, Topic A, Lesson 4 Lesson PlanGrade 5 Math Module 1, Topic A, Lesson 4 Lesson Plan
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EngageNY
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5th
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Math
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Duration
1 hr
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Year
2015
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Grade 5 Math Module 1, Topic A, Lesson 4

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Convert with exponents. The fourth lesson in a series of 18 uses powers of 10 to convert within the metric system. Scholars use their fourth grade knowledge of conversions to write and use the conversion factors containing exponents. Pupils start the lesson by reviewing powers of 10 and multiplying and dividing with them.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

metric conversions, the metric system, converting measurements, measurement, powers of 10, exponents

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Creating a metric conversion table showing the multiplication or division needed to go from one unit to another

Classroom Considerations

  • Assumes the class is familiar with converting within the metric system
  • Requires learners to know about writing powers of 10 using exponents

Pros

  • Contains fluency practice associated with the lesson
  • Includes probing questions for the teacher to ask after the practice session
  • Provides expected class member responses to discussions

Cons

  • None

Common Core

5.NBT.A.3.a 5.NBT.A.3.b 5.MD.A.1

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