Mastering Fractions for Grades 3-6
In this 6-lesson course, we will cover the the basics of fractions and mixed numbers (including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing).
Drew Smith
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(54)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Following each class, homework will be posted so students can try the lesson content on their own. A video going over the homework will be posted after the next class. (Homework is optional but encouraged.)Assessment
An optional test will be posted at the end of each week. Parents desiring a percentage grade for their student can have their students complete the tests and turn them in. This is optional.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
In this class, we will cover fractions and how to use them for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing. We will also cover mixed numbers and the basics of percents. (For less-advanced students, see my "What is a Fraction?" class. For older students, see my "Mastering Fractions for Grades 7-10" class or "Mastering Fractions for Algebra.") Class 1: Comparing fractions and decimals, comparing fractions, simplifying fractions, equivalent fractions Class 2: Fractions and percents: comparing and simplifying Class 3: Adding and subtracting fractions Class 4: Adding and subtracting mixed numbers Class 5: Multiplying and dividing fractions Class 6: Multiplying and dividing mixed numbers Classes will be a mixture of lecture, example problems, and chances for students to try their hand at solving examples. We will cover equations (math problems) and word problems. Following each class, homework will be posted so students can try the lesson content on their own. A video going over the homework will be posted after the next class. (Homework is optional but encouraged.) Class lesson slides and other materials will be posted in the classroom following classes so students can review if they wish.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to use fractions and mixed numbers for adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing.
We will cover basic percents and talk about how they are related to fractions and decimals, but will not being doing a "deep dive" into percent equations in this class.
Other Details
Supply List
Class slides, lecture notes, etc. will be posted in the classroom following class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
4.7
54reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I'm a former middle and high school teacher of math and English with 15 years of experience teaching both in person and online.
I love making topics like math and writing less scary and more fun for students. I've found that algebra is less intimidating when students have a good foundation in the basics, but that sometimes worrying about "the right way" can limit understanding. Similarly, I've found that worrying about perfection can make writing harder, especially when one of the first rules is: Writing is rewriting.
When not teaching or writing, I love reading good books, practicing martial arts, and spending time with my family which includes six cats and two ducks. Reviews
Live Group Class
$100
for 6 classes2x per week, 3 weeks
55 min
Completed by 21 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-12 learners per class
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