As long as you keep in mind that there is no such thing as negative distance, then you will know the meaning of absolute value. The teacher writes on a white board to explore integers on a number line, give a definition of absolute value, and then review. This is especially useful as homework if you are using a flipped classroom model. Once your class has viewed this clip, they are ready to identify absolute values.

Common Core

7.NS.A.1.a 7.NS.A.1.b MP2 MP5 MP7 MP8