Tue Oct 28
After completing the Check-your-understanding Questions, which were important for everyone to do?
If you choose to remove decimal(s) while multiplying, be sure to rewrite the problem above your work. That way you can see where the decimals were located in the original problem.
1. There are three types of problems like the problems you worked on today. But they are not in order. Your job is to figure out what order they should go in and why.
2. Is there something I can do right away without thinking too much? Can I do that for all of them? (This draws attention to steps that are not invariant)
You are all going to do some of these. But, there are three things for you to keep in mind. First, do your own. Second, you choose where to start. Third, check your work with the students around you, and if you need help, get help. And if someone needs help, give help.
3. Stuck? Choose to persevere: review your thinking, try different approaches, ask for help, search