Instructional Video

Solving an Equation that Requires Combining Like Terms

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Teach solving equations on your terms ... like terms, that is! Multi-step equations take many forms and require a series of different steps. A video lesson shows the steps of solving an equation that requires combining like terms. After combining terms, the solution is just two steps away.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have pupils circle like terms in similar colors before combining
  • Follow the lesson with independent practice to check for individual understanding
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects that learners know vocabulary related to terms
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Emphasizes mathematical vocabulary throughout the lesson
  • Incorporates color to scaffold the process of solving
Cons
  • None