Instructional Video

Number Word Problems as a System of Two Equations

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Here's a video that model how to apply systems of equations to solving number word problems. Pupils learn problem solving strategies to writing equations to represent number word problems. After writing the equations, the instructor shows how to solve and then check the solution with the original problem.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Pause the video presenting the problem and ask for problem-solving strategies from your class
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires a proficiency with solving systems of equations
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Spends time developing strategies for writing the equations using the given information
Cons
  • Only shows one specific example
Common Core