This learning module provides 7th grade students with the knowledge and skills needed to add, subtract, multiply, and divide rational numbers. Each update provides students with online resources to learn and apply what they have learned. Students will also have the opportunity to share their understanding with their classmates. At the end of the learning module, a peer reviewed project will require students to take what they have learned about rational numbers and create their own real-world word problem.
Rational number, Integer, Additive inverse, Opposites, Arrow diagram, Counting on, Multiply, Divide, Add, Subtract
This learning module will teach students about rational numbers by engaging students in math through the use of interactive activities, videos, and diagrams. In each update, students will participate in some technology based activities that will teach students how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide rational numbers. The goal of this module is for students to be able to solve rational number problems and how rational numbers are used in their everyday lives. At the end of the learning module, students will be able to use their understanding of rational numbers to create their own real-life situation word problem that relates to their interest. Students will provide their peers with feedback on how to improve their work and students will record or present a live teaching to their classmates of how to solve their word problem.
As a 7th grade math teacher, I have taught the operations of rational numbers for four years and have noticed that it is a very short unit yet, it is a very important skill students use for the rest of their educational and personal life. Students begin learning about number sense from an early age and develop their skills of this concept throughout their educational careers. It is important to begin the learning of rational numbers with pictures and diagrams to be able to fully grasp the concept and understanding of how rational numbers work (Viseu, Pires, Menezes, and Costa 2021). My school uses the Eureka Math curriculum which has great techniques to help students learn about rational numbers but it is a very bland curriculum that doesn’t offer much engagement or visuals for the student other than solving problems in a workbook. This learning module is teaching students about rational numbers using the same standards, techniques, and skills but through an interactive approach that involves both collaboration and independent application.
The assessment that will be used in this learning module will be in the creation of a final product that will require both student and teacher feedback. Students will use the skills and concepts they have learned about rational numbers in this learning module to create their final product that shows their understanding and application to real life experiences (Cope and Kalantzis, 2010).
At the end of this learning module students will be able to:
At the end of this learning module students will be able to:
Standards:
Supplies Needed:
Learning Objectives:
-I can describe the absolute value of an integer.
-I can understand additive inverse.
Introduction to Integers Video:
PBS Math Club. (2013, October 7). What is an Integer? | PBSMathClub. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0E4vxLydNY
What are real numbers?
Refer to the diagram below for examples of real numbers:
What is absolute value?
Absolute value describes the distance from zero that a number is on the number line without considering direction. The absolute value of a number is never negative because distance can’t be negative.
Watch the video below to learn how absolute value on a number line:
Math with Mr. J. (2020, January 12). What is Absolute Value? | Absolute Value Examples | Math with Mr. J. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnfhdtjcpVY
What is the additive inverse?
Watch the video below to learn what the additive inverse is:
Nutshell, P. (2013, November 5). Math Shorts Episode 1 - Additive Inverse. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8OsA062OPY&feature=youtu.be
The additive inverse is also known as opposites.
Your work:
Now that you have learned about real numbers, you will use what you have learned about absolute value and the additive inverse to play the integer game below.
On your own:
Comment: After you are done playing the integer game, leave a comment explaining how you used the concepts of absolute value and the additive inverse during the game. Were there any tricks or strategies you used or discovered while playing the integer game?
Update: Create an update explaining one way you have used integers in your life.
Comment on two peers updates: Leave a positive comment on your peers' update about their real life experience with using integers.
Purpose: The purpose of this first update is provide students with the foundation of understanding different types of real numbers and how a number line works. In this update students will watch an introduction to integers that will help them create a connection to integers and real life situations that they experience everyday. The pre-survey will help get a better understanding of students' prior knowledge of integers and what they already know before beginning the learning module. Students will play the integer card game which will introduce them to adding and subtracting integers using the additive inverse.
Learning Objectives:
-Students will be able to-
Duration of update: 60 minutes
Resources:
Integer Pre-Check Survey
Real Numbers Graphic Organizer
Integer Playing Cards
Extra Practice or extension:
Have students who need extra practice play a blooket practicing absolute value and additive inverse. Students who need an extension can work in khan academy to practice adding and subtracting absolute values.
Standards:
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.1.A
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.1.B
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.1.C
Learning Objectives:
-I can add integers on a number line.
Before you get started:
-Complete the integers pre-check survery to show what you already know about integers.
How do I use a number line to add integers?
When adding integers on a number line we will use the arrow diagram. On the number line start at zero. If the integer is positive, move your arrow to the right and if the integer is negative, move the arrow to the left. Move the arrow in the direction of the first integer in the problem and stop. Then use the second integer in the problem and move the arrow in that direction. The number you land on will be your answer.
The diagram below is an example for reference:
Your work:
Watch the video below:
Math with Mr. J. (2021, January 4). Adding Integers Using a Number Line | Math with Mr. J. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LUTYhmltQY&feature=youtu.be
On your own:
Comment: Leave a comment explaining what patterns you noticed when adding integers on a number line using the arrow diagram.
Update: Create an update by creating your own example of adding integers.
Comment on two peers updates: Leave a comment answering your peers problem and use a number line and the arrow diagram to support your answer.
Purpose: The purpose of this update is provide students with the skill of using an arrow diagram to add integers using a number. Since students do not know the rules of adding integers yet, using a number will help with understanding why the interger opeations rules work in tomorrow's update. Students will use the videos and diagrams to help them complete the learning tasks and answer the question in the update.
Learning Objectives:
-Students will be able to add integers using a number line.
Duration of update: 60 minutes
Resources:
Pre-Check Survery
Number line
Whiteboard
Kami
Video
Extra Practice or extension:
Students who need extra practice will grab a number line and whiteboard and practice more problems using the arrow diagram with the teacher. Students who do not need the number line can complete more problems and try to figure out the rule of adding integers.
Standards:
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.1
Learning Objectives:
-I can use the rules of integer operations in addition to adding rational numbers.
Integer Operation Rules of Addition:
-Adding numbers with the same sign:
-Adding numbers with different signs:
Use the diagram below for reference:
How do I add rational numbers?
Watch the video below to learn how to add rational numbers:
Anywhere Math. (2014, September 19). Adding Rational Numbers. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZYu0debFtE&feature=youtu.be
Your work:
On your own:
Comment: Leave a comment discussing the differences and similarities between adding rational numbers and adding integers. Use numbers, words, and pictures to explain your thinking.
Update: Create an update discussing any patterns or tricks you discovered when adding rational numbers.
Comment on two peers updates: Leave a comment by agreeing or disagreeing to the patterns and tricks your peers discovered.
Purpose: The purpose of this update is to teach students the rules of integer operations for adding. Students will use the rules of adding integers and their prior knowledge or adding decimals and fractions to add rational numbers.
Learning Objectives:
-Students will be able to add rational numbers using the rules of addition of integer operations.
Duration of update: 60 minutes
Resources:
Integer Addition Rules Anchor Chart
Whiteboard
Kami
Video
Coloring Supplies (optional)
Intervention:
Students who need practice with adding fractions and decimals will receive a reteaching from the teacher to build the foundation to be able to add rational numbers.
Standards:
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.1.D
Learning Objectives:
-I can subtract integers using a number line.
How do I use a number line to subtract integers?
Start at zero on the number line and draw an arrow moving in the direction of the first number in the problem. Since you are subtracting, move the arrow to the left the number of units of the second integer in the problem. The number you land on will be your answer.
Use the diagram below for reference:
Your work:
Watch the video below:
Math with Mr. J. (2021b, January 5). Subtracting Integers Using a Number Line | Math with Mr. J. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dfytkh_lYME&feature=youtu.be
On your own:
Comment: Leave a comment on what you have learned about subtracting integers on a number line and how they compare to adding integers on a number line.
Update: Create an update explaining what you noticed when you subtract a negative integer on a number line. How did you figure this out? Use numbers, words, and pictures to explain your thinking.
Comment on two peers updates: Leave a positive comment sharing your thoughts about your peers update.
Purpose: The purpose of this update is for students to investigate how to subtract integers on a number line and that the direction of the arrow diagram is connected to the integer itself. This update will scaffold students to learn what happens when subtracting a negative. Students do not know the rules of subtracting integers yet but, through this update they will be able to make a connection between subtracting and adding integers.
Learning Objectives:
-Students will be able to use a number line to subtract integers.
Duration of update: 60 minutes
Resources:
Number line
Whiteboard
Kami
Video
Intervention:
Students who need practice will work with the teacher to review adding integers on a number line and discuss how it compares and differs from subtracting integers on a number line.
Standards:
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.1
Learning Objective:
-I can use the rules of integer operations in subtraction to subtracting rational numbers.
Integer Operation Rules of Subtraction:
1) Golden Rule- Use KFC:
2) Once you have changed to addition, use the rules of adding integers:
-Adding numbers with the same sign:
-Adding numbers with different signs:
Use the diagram below for reference:
How do I subtract rational numbers?
Your work:
Watch the video below:
Anywhere Math. (2014b, September 22). Subtracting Rational Numbers. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDmSK1W5BM8&feature=youtu.be
On your own:
Comment: Leave a comment explaining what you have learned about subtracting rational numbers. Why is using KFC helpful when subtracting integers and rational numbers? Use numbers, words, and pictures to explain your thinking.
Update: Create an update by creating one addition and one subtraction rational numbers problem.
Comment on two peers updates: Leave a comment by answering your peers math problem in their update.
Purpose: The purpose of this update is for students to learn the rules of subtracting integers. Students will use their prior knowledge of subtracting fractions and decimals and what they have learned in this update to subtract rational numbers. Students will be able to use today's update and connect it back to yesterday's update of subtracting positive and negative numbers and why the rules make sense in relevance to a number line.
Learning Objectives:
-Students will be able to use the rules of integer operations in subtraction to subtract rational numbers.
Duration of update: 60 minutes
Resources:
Subtracting Integers Anchor Chart
Whiteboard
Kami
Video
Intervention:
Students who need extra help with subtracting fractions and decimals will work with the teacher on practicing the concept of KFC and building the foundation needed for this update.
Standards:
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.1.D
Learning Objective:
-I can multiply and divide integers using the rules of operations.
How do you multiply and divide integers?
-Multiply and divide integers with like signs:
-Multiply and divide numbers with unlike signs:
Use the diagram below for reference:
Your work:
Watch the video below:
Simplify The Middle. (2020, August 30). Multiply & Divide Integers. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5rK3XzHhTM&feature=youtu.be
On your own:
Comment: Leave a comment explaining what you have learned about multiplying and dividing integers. How would the signs of the integers affect the answer when multiplying more than two numbers? Use pictures, words, and numbers to explain your thinking.
Update: Create an update by creating either a multiplication or division problem containing at least three or more integers.
Comment on two peers updates: Leave a comment on your peers update by finding the solution to their math problem. *Pay attention to the signs of the integers*
Purpose: The purpose of this update is for students to learn the rules of multiplying and dividing integers. Students will use what they learn in this update to investigate how the signs would change when multiplying and dividing more than two numbers. In this update, it is important for students to be able to understand how and why the rules of multiplication and division work in order to be able to distinguish between the rules of addition/subtraction and multiplication/division.
Learning Objectives:
-Students will be able to multiply and divide integers using the rules of integer operations.
Duration of update: 60 minutes
Resources:
Multiply and Divide Integers Anchor Chart
Whiteboard
Kami
Video
Extension:
Students who are ready to move on can apply what they have learned in this update and apply it to solving multi step problems in khan academy.
Standards:
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.2
Learning Objectives:
-I can multiply and divide rational numbers using the rules of integer operations.
How do I multiply and divide rational numbers?
Multiplying Rational Numbers:
Divide Rational Numbers:
-Use KFC:
-Use the rules of multiplying rational numbers to solve
Watch the video below to learn about multiplying and dividing rational numbers:
Anywhere Math. (2014c, September 24). Multiplying & Dividing Rational Numbers. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sy0YSJHIvtk&feature=youtu.be
Your work:
Choose from the games linked below. You should try at least two games.
Game 1: Fraction Contraption
Game 2: Hugo and the Balloon Quest
Game 3: Area Model Multiply and Divide Decimals
Game 4: Multiply and Divide Rational Numbers
Own your own:
Comment: Leave a comment explaining what you have learned about multiplying and dividing rational numbers. What are some shortcuts you can take when multiplying and dividing rational numbers? Use numbers, words, and pictures to explain your thinking.
Update: Create an update by creating either a multiplication or division rational number problem.
Comment on two peers updates: Leave a comment on your peers update by finding the solution to their math problem.
Purpose: The purpose of this update is for students to apply the rules of multiplying and dividing integers to solve problems with rational numbers. Students will use their prior knowledge of multiplying and dividing fractions and decimals as the foundation of this update.
Learning Objectives:
-Students will be able to multiply and divide rational numbers using the rules of integer operations.
Duration of update: 60 minutes
Resources:
Multiply and Divide Integers Anchor Chart
Multiplying and Dividing Fractions Anchor Chart
Whiteboard
Kami
Video
Intervention:
Students who need extra help will work with the teacher in a small group to practice multiplying and dividing fractions and decimals and apply this to rational numbers.
Standards:
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.2.A
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.2.B
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.2.C
Learning Objectives:
-I can use integer operations rules to solve real life word problems with rational numbers.
How do I solve word problems with rational numbers?
Use the diagram below for reference when solving word problems:
Watch the video below to learn about solving word problems with rational numbers:
Khan Academy. (2011, November 21). Rational number word problem with decimals | Pre-Algebra | Khan Academy. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFdOr8U4mnI&feature=youtu.be
Your work:
On your own:
Comment: Leave a comment explaining how you use rational numbers in your everyday life. You can describe a specific situation or you can describe ways you have used rational numbers in your life.
Update: Create an update explaining why it is important to know how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide rational numbers without a calculator. Use pictures, words, and numbers to explain your thinking.
Comment on two peers updates: Leave a positive comment sharing your thoughts about your peers update.
Purpose: The purpose of this update is for students to use everything they have learned about adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing rational numbers to solve word problems or real life situations. This update will help prepare students for their peer reviewed project at the end of the learning module.
Learning Objectives:
-Students will be able to use the integer operations rules to solve real life word problems with rational numbers.
Duration of update: 60 minutes
Resources:
Solving Word Problems Anchor Chart
Whiteboard
Kami
Video
Highlighters
Intervention:
Students who need extra practice with solving word problems will work with the teacher to practice the skills of highlighting, underlining, and defining parts or word problems. This will help students who are struggling grasp the tools needed to help solve problems.
Standards:
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.3
Your project for this learning module is to use what you have learned about rational numbers to create your own real-life word problem and record yourself teaching how to solve the word problem.
Below you find the steps to complete your project:
1) Create your word problem. Your word problem must include:
2) Recording or Live Presentation:
3) Peer Review:
Project Options:
Peer Review Rubric:
Grading:
Purpose: The purpose of this peer reviewed project is for students to use what they have learned about solving problems with rational numbers to create their own real-life situation word problem and teach how to solve the word problem to others. This gives students the chance to create a word problem using operations of their choice and about a topic that is of interest to them. Students will peer review one classmates’ work to provide feedback for improvement and analyze the method of solution used to solve the problem. Students will be able to use the feedback to make any updates before turning in their final product for a grade.
Learning Objectives:
-Students will be able to use the rules of integer operation to create a multi-step real life situation word problem.
Duration of update: 60 minutes
Resources:
Anchor Charts
Kami
Videos
Coloring Supplies
Posters
Screencastify or Seesaw
Peer Rubric
Grading Rubric
Extra Support:
Students who have been struggling in this learning module will create a one step word problem using the same criteria in the rubric. This will help support and encourage students to use what they have learned but at a level that they are at.
Standards:
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.NS.A.3
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