Monday, November 22, 2010

Multiple Intelligences Multiplication Strategies

We have math every day from 9:30 to 10:30.  We have been learning multiplication strategies. 
1. The students have multiplication charts on their desks.
2. Students have learned the algebra equations:
 zero x number=  zero.
1 x number = number
3. Know the commutative principle: a x b = b x a
4.Know how to skip count for multiples of 2.
5. Know how to skip count for multiples of 5.
6. Easy facts to know because of the rhythm in the equation
5,6,7,8 is what you remember for 56= 7x8
1,2,3,4 is what you remember for 12=3x4
7.  Use humorous sayings.
You have to be sixteen to drive a 4x4.
8.Multiples of 4 are easy if you double the twos.
3x2   3x4
4x2   4x4
5x2   5x4
6x2   6x4
7x2   7x4
8x2   8x4
9x2   9x4
9.  Go online and listen to Schoolhouse Multiplication Rock
10.  Sing the Conga song for doubles.
11. Practice on IXL
There will be more strategies to come in the future.

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