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A Visual Introduction to the Algebra of Linear Inequalities

By Bill Lombard on 30 April, 2009

Here’s a nice visual way for students to see relationships involving linear inequalities using a number line. All four operations are covered, including the infamous multiplying and dividing by a negative number. Free online screencasting tool To receive all new posts – subscribe via email or RSS Web Feed.

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Visual Algebra Video – Nuggets and Scales for Teachers

By Bill Lombard on 23 April, 2009

Here’s a video introduction to the activity Nuggets and Scales from Brad & Bill’s book Simply Great Math Activities: Algebra Readiness. It shows the teacher the pedagogical structure of the activity. This can be used to easily show students a nice transition from a visual representation to the abstract algebra, as well as incorporating language. [...]

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Schools Turn Algebra into Child’s Play in Lebanon Oregon

By Bill Lombard on 30 December, 2008

This post features a video and some excerpts from the article “Lebanon schools turn algebra into child’s play”, by Betsy Hammond, The Oregonian. While most high schools in Oregon and across the nation struggle to get freshmen to pass algebra, one school district is trying something very different. Lebanon, which educates 4,000 students in eight [...]

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