This week in 6th grade math we are starting our next unit on ratios and proportions. We started the unit off today reviewing rates using per-unit-rates and rate-tables methods. We also introduced the idea of proportions as a model for rate situations. On Thursday, we will continue to use rate tables to model proportions and solve rate problems. On Friday, the class will be introduced to using cross multiplication to solve proportions problems.
We completed the pilot program unit on probability and I think it was a great success. What I really enjoyed about the unit was how the students were required to think, talk, and figure things out with each other. Even though some struggled with the process they ended up doing a great job on the test. I really enjoyed watching them rise to the challenge and think critically.
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