Description
What Will I Learn?
About Course
Students will use Minecraft to view and build math models of base 10 subtraction problems.
Guiding Ideas
- What is regrouping?
- How does regrouping work with addition? a) Do an addition problem or two with them using the standard algorithm
- In addition, we regroup forward, is it possible to regroup backwards?
Debrief Questions
- How is regrouping the same and different between addition and subtraction?
- Can I trade in one $10 bills for ten $1 bill?
Performance expectations
The student should be able to:
- Build, regroup, and solve three base 10 subtraction math model.
- Make a video of themselves solving and subtraction problems with regrouping.
- Write the standard algorithm for subtraction along with their models.
Student Activities
- Problem 1: Subtraction Regrouping not needed
- Problem 2: Subtraction with Regrouping
- Problem 3 Subtraction Regrouping Across Zero Bonus: Make a Video When a student finishes all three problems they will work together on the 4th problem.
Age level
- 8 – 10 years old
Skills
- Creativity
- Critical thinking
Requirements
- Windows PC, Mac, Chromebook, or iPad
- Access to Minecraft Education Edition (included FREE with enrollment)
Instructors Bio
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