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Boost mental-math skills with an interactive that focuses on dividing whole numbers by powers of 10. Mathematicians solve five fill-in-the-blank and multiple-choice questions with help from a moveable decimal point in four example equations. Peers discuss division rules.
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Instructional Ideas
- Provide a word bank for fill-in-the-blank questions
- Assign the link as a warm-up before direct instruction
- Direct learners to answer the discussion question on a sheet of paper, when everyone has had the chance to complete the interactive, come back together as a class to discuss it
Classroom Considerations
- A free CK-12 account is required to access the interactive
- Participants should be familiar with division and powers of 10
Pros
- The decimal points stand out in a bright red color
- Questions are written clearly
Cons
- The decimal point does not move smoothly
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