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Math By Hand App
 


Activity Overview

This App allows students to review how to perform algorithms for the four basic operations. The three modes - the step-by-step mode, fast mode, and the Missing Pieces game allows students to learn, review, and understand the concepts for each operation.

Before the Activity

  • See the attached PDF file for detailed instructions for this activity

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    		During the Activity

    		Follow the Activity procedures:

  • Select an operation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)
  • Select the mode (step-by-step, fast math, or missing pieces)
  • Step-by-step mode emphasizes place value in the base-ten system for each algorithm
  • Each step of the operation is presented and the student enters values
  • Use the fast mode to review concepts


  • The Missing Pieces game tests understanding of the concepts in the operation selected
  • This timed game provides clues to the answer

    		After the Activity

  • Discuss difficult concepts

    		Other Downloads



    		Subject Area:
    Math : Elementary Math : Number Operations
    Math : PreAlgebra : Number Sense and Operations
    Math : Middle Grades Math : Basic Facts

    Author:
    Texas Instruments

    Level:
    5-8

    Activity Time:
    30 Minutes

    Device:
    TI-73 Explorer™, TI-83 Plus Family, TI-84 Plus Family

    Apps:
    Math By Hand

    Software:
     

    Accessories:
     

    Other:
    Download the Application:
    Math By Hand App for the TI-73.


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