Key Mathematical Ideas:

The same basic principles that govern whole number multiplication and division are also called upon when developing strategies for multiplication and division of numbers involving decimals.

Developing explanations for the commonly known rules for placing the decimal point when multiplying or dividing decimals is an opportunity to deepen and extend ideas about number and the operations.

Elaborations

The videos below elaborate on the key ideas from this session. This is a great opportunity to consolidate your learning before moving onto the next session.

Preparation for Session 8:

Read Chapter 8: Highlights of Related Research from your casebook. As you read, take notes on the following questions:

• What did you learn from the research article that wasn’t in the cases?
• Identify two points in the essay that particularly interested you. Explain what made them interesting.
• What connections do you see between your classroom and the ideas in the essay?

Session Checkpoint

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