Computation and Calculation
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- Author:
- Ms. Chase
- Subject:
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Institution Name:
- Instructional Architect
- Collection:
- Instructional Architect
- Grade Level:
- Primary
- Grade Sub-Level:
- Lower-Primary, Upper-Primary
- Grades:
- Grade 2, Grade 3
- Abstract:
Get to the goal of 30 per minute...and beyond! Practice your facts and become the speedy calculator that you've always wanted to be. Practice your multiplication with Playground Multiplication Facts. Work with some online Flashcards. Try your luck with Missing Factor Multiplication. See if you can Beat the Clock!. Are you a Math Magician?
- Course Type:
- Learning Module
- Languages:
- English
- Material Type:
- Activities and Labs, Games
- Media Format:
- Text/HTML
- Conditions of Use:
-
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0
Comments
Degree of Alignment to CC.3.OA.4: Strong (2)
Targeted activities embedded directly relate to this standard. Additional items are not strongly connected as a group.
Degree of Alignment to CC.2.OA.2: Strong (2)
Focus is on mental strategies and rote memorization of basic facts - timed. Fluency is not strongly supported when focus is on time and number of items correct.
Degree of Alignment to CC.3.OA.7: Limited (1)
"Fluency" with multiplication and and many activities used for targeted practice involve timed activities which may not be appropriate for all learners.
Opportunities for Deeper Learning: Not Applicable (N/A)
When practicing timed basic facts, it is unknown whether students have depth of conceptual understanding. Rote memorization is not a "deep" learning opportunity.
Quality of Instructional and Practice Exercises: Strong (2)
Standards identified do not get at conceptual understanding specifically. 3rd grade multiplication standard bases fluency on strategies and properties.Activities do not necessarily connect with the intent of standards. These could be considered foundational skills in a general sense.
Quality of Technological Interactivity: Strong (2)
Nine activities identified. Some do have levels that can be self-selected with targeted number ranges.
Quality of Assessments: Limited (1)
Depending on the standard involved, this can be used to assess fluency in some students. Most students may not accurately demonstrate understanding
Utility of Materials Designed to Support Teaching: Very Weak (0)
This is skill practice and not attached to any learning within the lesson.
Quality of Explanation of the Subject Matter: Limited (1)
Emphasizes fluency without emphasizing conceptual understanding.