6.MATH.3.C
Represent integer operations with concrete models and connect the actions with the models to standardized algorithms.
Grade 6 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2012
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integer operationsconcrete modelsactionsstandardized algorithms
Skills
- represent (integer operations using concrete models) #dok2
- connect (actions with concrete models to standardized algorithms) #dok3
- model (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of integers) #dok2
- explain (how models relate to standardized algorithms) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can use concrete models to represent integer operations. #dok2
- I can model the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of integers. #dok2
- I can connect the actions shown with concrete models to standardized algorithms. #dok3
- I can explain how concrete models demonstrate the steps in integer operations. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Integer operations can be understood and represented with concrete models before moving to abstract algorithms.
- Connecting models to algorithms helps build a deep understanding of why and how integer operations work.
Essential Questions
- How can concrete models be used to represent operations with integers?
- What is the connection between the steps you take with physical models and the written algorithms?
- Why is it important to model integer operations before using algorithms?
- How do models help you correct and prevent mistakes when performing integer calculations?
- In what ways can representing integer operations with models improve your understanding of the math?