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Models of algebraic concepts

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Y2 X
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Y XY Developed by
Harvey Almarode

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 Manipulatives
• Encourage Active Learning
• Motivate students to think
mathematically
• Concrete ways to bring meaning to
abstract mathematical ideas
• Assist in problem solving
• Tactile and Visual models to assist
students to develop their understanding.
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 Concrete to Abstract Contiuum
Free Play
or
Guided Exploration

Manipulatives Semi-Concrete
With Materials Activities Using
in a Pictures of
Formal Lesson Manipulatives
Semi-Abstract
Activities Using
Activities Using
Numbers and
Symbols to
Symbols
Represent Concrete

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Concrete Pictorial Abstract 3
 Algeblocks
Physical Models of algebraic terms.
- X and Y
- X2 and Y2
Mats - Three Mats used for organization
- Basic Mat
- Equation Mat
- Quadrant Mat

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 Introduction to components
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X
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Y
Y2

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 Introduction to Mats

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Quadrant Mat Equation Mat

Basic Mat

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