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Least Common Multiple & Equivalent Fractions

In this class, students will learn how to find the least common multiple and create equivalent fractions.
Cindy Brooks
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(57)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

This class is designed for students in 5th, 6th and 7th grade.
In this class, students will learn how to find the least common multiple (LCM) for a set of numbers and will learn that the LCM is used when creating equivalent fractions. The teacher will model how to find the LCM using a skip counting method and prime factorization. Students will have the opportunity to practice find the LCM for a set of numbers and practice creating equivalent fractions in order to add and subtract fractions. 

Prerequisite skills needed:
Understanding of prime numbers.

Learning Goals

Students will be able to find the least common multiple for a set of numbers and understand that the LCM is used when adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators.
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
4.9
57reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Texas Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Western Governors University
BA Interdisciplinary Studies K-8
Texas Certified Educator
 - Core Subjects EC-6
 - Core Subjects 4-8
 - English as a Second Language EC-8

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$12

per class
Meets once
50 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-6 learners per class

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