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Graphing points is like painting a picture in algebra. Starting with a number line, the video constructs the coordinate plane. The presentation introduces the concept of a coordinate pair as an intersection of the two lines containing the x- and y-values. The resource discusses the concept of quadrants in the coordinate plane.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Given a point, have pupils tell in which quadrant it is plotted
Classroom Considerations
- Individuals should know how to plot a rational number on a number line
- Class members need to be familiar with positive and negative numbers
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Provides two different methods of plotting points
- Uses colors to highlight the component the narrator references
Cons
- None
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