Module 9: Dividing Fractions-Math 5B - Course Guide
Module Overview:
In this module, students will learn about using visual models and equations to solve real-world fraction multiplication problems, use equations to solve real-world fraction problems and explain in writing the process of how to solve real-world problems involving multiplication of fractions and mixed numbers. They will learn how to identify and represent unit fractions, use visual models to divide unit fractions by whole numbers and learn the relationship between multiplication and division with unit fractions. Students will learn about dividing whole numbers by unit fractions, find the reciprocals of fractions and whole numbers, divide a unit fraction by a whole number, solve word problems by dividing unit fractions by non-zero whole numbers, divide whole numbers by fractions, divide fractions using reciprocals, and divide fractions using common denominators.
Module Materials:
- Pencils
- Crayons or colored pencils
- Notebook
- Scissors
- Glue
- Highlighter
- Markers
- Blank paper
Module Objectives:
| Lesson # | Lesson Title | Objective(s) |
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| 1 | Fraction Multiplication Review |
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| 2 | Fraction Multiplication and Word Problems |
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| 3 | Explanation of Word Problems |
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| 4 | Unit Fractions |
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| 5 | Visual Division with Unit Fractions |
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| 6 | Dividing and Multiplying with Unit Fractions |
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| 7 | Dividing by Unit Fractions |
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| 8 | Reciprocals |
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| 9 | Dividing by Whole Numbers |
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| 10 | Division by Unit Fractions Using Reciprocals and Common Denominators |
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Module Key Words:
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fraction multiplication equation visual model word problem multiply word problems mixed number product unit fraction quotient division divide fraction model reciprocal common denominator equivalent fraction whole number |
Module Assignments:
| Lesson # | Lesson Title | Page # | Assignment Title |
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| 3 | Explanation of Word Problems | 5 | Assignment |
| 6 | Dividing and Multiplying with Unit Fractions | 5 | Assignment |
| 7 | Dividing by Unit Fractions | 5 | Assignment |
| 10 | Division by Unit Fractions Using Reciprocals and Common Denominators | 5 | Assignment |
Learning Coach Notes:
| Lesson # | Lesson Title | Notes |
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| 1 | Fraction Multiplication Review | In their math notebook, have your student describe why it is helpful to solve a problem with more than one strategy. |
| 2 | Fraction Multiplication and Word Problems | Ask your student to explain the steps to multiplying fractions and how to solve multi-step word problems. |
| 3 | Explanation of Word Problems | Review the math assignment for this lesson with your student and ask them to explain to you how they solved each problem. |
| 4 | Unit Fractions | Have your student explain unit fractions in their math notebook and how to use visual models to represent unit fractions. |
| 5 | Visual Division with Unit Fractions | In their math notebook, have your student write examples of using visual models to divide unit fractions. |
| 6 | Dividing and Multiplying with Unit Fractions | In their math notebook, have your student describe how to divide and multiply using unit fractions. |
| 7 | Dividing by Unit Fractions | In their math notebook, have your student describe the strategies they can use to divide whole numbers by unit fractions. |
| 8 | Reciprocals | In their math notebook, have your student explain what reciprocals are and how they relate to fractions. |
| 9 | Dividing by Whole Numbers | In their math notebook, have your student explain how common denominators help with dividing fractions. |
| 10 | Division by Unit Fractions Using Reciprocals and Common Denominators | In their math notebook, have your student summarize the strategies they can use to solve fraction division problems. |
Module Guiding Questions:
When a student starts a lesson ask them questions to check for prior knowledge and understanding and to review concepts being taught. At the end of the lesson ask the questions again to see if their answer changes.
| Lesson Title | Question |
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| Fraction Multiplication Review |
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| Fraction Multiplication and Word Problems |
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| Explanation of Word Problems |
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| Unit Fractions |
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| Visual Division with Unit Fractions |
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| Dividing and Multiplying with Unit Fractions |
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| Dividing by Unit Fractions |
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| Reciprocals |
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| Dividing by Whole Numbers |
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| Division by Unit Fractions Using Reciprocals and Common Denominators |
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Module Video Questions:
When a student watches a video take time to ask them questions about what they watched. Suggested questions for the videos in this module are listed here. Suggestion: Have the student watch the entire video first all the way through. Then have them watch the video a second time, as they watch it pause the video and ask the questions.
| Lesson Title | Video | Question |
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| Fraction Multiplication Review | Fraction Multiplication Review |
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| Fraction Multiplication and Word Problems | Fraction Multiplication and Word Problems |
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| Explanation of Word Problems | Explanation of Word Problems |
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| Unit Fractions | Unit Fractions |
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| Visual Division with Unit Fractions | Visual Division with Unit Fractions |
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| Dividing and Multiplying with Unit Fractions | Dividing and Multiplying with Unit Fractions |
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| Dividing by Unit Fractions | Dividing by Unit Fractions |
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| Reciprocals | Reciprocals |
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| Dividing by Whole Numbers | Dividing by Whole Numbers |
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| Division by Unit Fractions Using Reciprocals and Common Denominators | Division by Unit Fractions Using Reciprocals and Common Denominators |
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Module Suggested Read Aloud Books:
Take time to read to your student or have them read aloud to you. Read a different book each day. While reading the book point out concepts being taught. You may purchase these books or find them at your local library. Suggested things to discuss while reading the book:
- What is the main idea?
- What are three things new you learned?
- How does this book relate to what you are learning about?
| # | Book | Author | Lexile Level |
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Module Outing:
Take some time to apply what your student is learning to the real world. Suggested outings are below.
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