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Module 3 - Number Sense & Numeration

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Activity 1 : : Activity 2 : : Activity 3 : : Activity 4

This module is designed to increase your understanding of whole numbers, integers, and fractions.  The emphasis is on understanding the properties of these numbers and performing the four basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.  Gaining an understanding of the various algorithms will aid in your ability to teach the basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Activity 1:  Key Terms & Definitions

  • Whole numbers
  • Integers
  • Fractions
  • Skip Counting
  • Rote Counting
  • Numeration
  • Distributive Property
  • Commutative Property
  • Associative Property


In your notebook for IS Math, create a glossary section for quick reference.

Resources: 

  • All students should go to the community and participate in the exercises of the week.

Please Note the Different Resources Depending on your Start Date.

After October 1, 2007

  • MyMathLab Complete Steps 1-4 in Module 3 on Numeracy.

Before October 1, 2007

  • Billstein text (Sections 2-3, 2-4, Chapter 3, Sections 4-1, 4-2, 4-3, 4-4)
  • Thinkwell’s Pre-Algebra 2nd Edition Chapter 1, 2, 3

Supplemental resources:

Copyright 2008, by the Contributing Authors. Cite/attribute Resource. rbennett1. (2007, September 28). Module 3 - Number Sense & Numeration. Retrieved December 02, 2008, from Western Governors University Web site: http://ocw.wgu.edu/liberal-arts/interdisciplinary-studies-mathematics/module-3-number-sense-numeration. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons License. Creative Commons License