03:53
Word Problems: Turning Word Problems Into Number Sentences
This clip explains that students who have no trouble with ordinary arithmetic sometimes get confused by word problems. The clip then suggests ways to solve word problems by breaking them down into a series of steps.
00:55
Renaming Fractions: Why Re-Name Fractions?
This clip explains that renaming fractions in higher terms is essential for adding, subtracting, or comparing two or more fractions. "On the other hand," the clip continues, "reducing fractions is mostly a matter of convenience."