Could that be any simpler? Pupils learn how to simplify fractions by using three steps; factor, cancel common factors, and then multiply. The video works several examples starting with some basic ones, eventually working up to a more complicated fraction to simplify.

Concepts

equivalent fractions, fractions, simplifying, simplifying fractions, factoring

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Lead a discussion about what cancel out means
  

Classroom Considerations

• Assumes scholars understand how to factor whole numbers
• The class should know about the greatest common factor

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Starts by using a graphical representation of equivalent factors to show the meaning of the process
• Includes a review at the end of the video of learned procedures

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.4.2 4.NF.A.1 MP6 MP7