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Ep 317: Which Algorithm Would You Use?: Fractions Pt 2

From Math is Figure-Out-Able! · Hosted by Pam Harris & Kim Montague

2026-07-14·1386

Episode summary

In this episode of Math is Figure-Out-Able!: How can we equip students to tackle problems that do not fit a standard algorithm? In this episode, Pam and Kim experience a Problem String intended to engage fraction reasoning without traditional algorithms.

Original publisher description

How can we equip students to tackle problems that do not fit a standard algorithm? In this episode, Pam and Kim experience a Problem String intended to engage fraction reasoning without traditional algorithms. Talking Points: Equivalences Percents and fractions Genuine reasoning about fractional relationships Playing versus commanding Drawing…