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Fractions > Overview & Tools
The National Mathematics Advisory Panel and the Common Core State Standards emphasize the importance of rational numbers. Watch this multimedia overview to learn why and to receive an introduction...
Overview
Dr. Francis “Skip” Fennell describes the knowledge teachers need to teach fractions effectively, paying special attention to multiple strategies for representing problems involving fractions. He...
Expert Interview
Dr. Siegler discusses why competence with fractions is critical for more advanced math and why U.S. students have difficulty grasping fractions. He also describes the developmental sequence that...
This diagram serves as a visual overview of the recommended instructional practices for teaching fractions in elementary and middle school, along with information on the knowledge teachers need to...
Visual Diagram
This tool shows alignment with Common Core State Standards, for planning professional development.
Planning Template
For working with state education agencies on setting a policy climate for improving teacher quality in math, specifically related to rational numbers.
For working with districts on recommendations from the IES Practice Guide on effective fractions instruction. The intent is for district leaders to apply the recommendations to the design of...
For working with schools on a set of options that can be implemented for improving instruction in rational numbers.
