Today was challenge day in the class. It was a smaller than usual class, but I anticipated this since the topic was a challenge. We reviewed how to add and subtract fractions since this was part of what is needed. Regrouping was also reviewed since with some of the problems they needed to regroup fractions. I received quite a few confused faces (icons they can use) when mentioning regrouping with fractions.
I just did what I have done previously and broke it down for them in simplier terms so they could get what I meant. Since it was a smaller class, this allowed almost every person to try a problem. If for some reason, they were incorrect with setting up the problem we worked it out so they could see how to accurately solve the problem.
I enjoy working with smaller groups and posing a challenge to the students. All of these students were up for it and even though at times they were confused they immediately spoke up so I could offer any assistance. Did not have anyone in class today who only wanted social hour. They were here to work and it was obvious. Great class today!
Tomorrow (Thursday) is a review session over Adding and Subtracting fractions. The more they practice this skill the better they will get at using it when necessary.
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