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Number Lines and the Coordinate Grid, Part 2 – Data
In these materials, students will learn how to (1) plot points and interpret points on the coordinate grid; (2) draw lines and shapes on the coordinate grid; and (3) make sense of data on the coordinate grid (including scatter plots) and correlation. NOTE: There is a "Number Lines and the Coordinate Grid, Part 1" that helps students get comfortable with number lines. Read More
The Power of Exponents, Part 2
In these materials, students learn about exponents and roots as well as how to break numbers down and examine how they work. Part 2 focuses on (1) place value, powers of ten, and scientific notation; (2) powers of two and exponential growth; (3) variables and exponents; and (4) operations with exponents (multiplication, division, and raising a power to a power). Read More
Radical Equations
The author writes about the connection between math and science literacy and full citizenship/access to power. The idea that math is a necessary tool for accessing full civil rights may be of interest to many ABE teachers. Read More