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Teach the concept of a reciprocal using this short video lesson. A video tutorial defines a reciprocal as the multiplicative inverse and then demonstrates several examples of finding the inverse. The instructor also explains the reciprocal of zero.
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Instructional Ideas
- Make the video available for homework help
- Use a quick check for understanding after showing the video like board work
Classroom Considerations
- Learners should be familiar with fraction terminology such as numerator and denominator
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Examples include a good variation such as whole numbers, variables, and negative numbers
Cons
- Instructor talks very quickly, which may be difficult for some to follow