reSolve: Algebra – Addition chain
This lesson explores making algebraic generalisations of sequences. Students use spreadsheets to investigate potential arithmetic relationships and then use algebra to identify and justify which relationships are generally true. The task can be used as a springboard for an in-depth exploration of the Fibonacci sequence, and develops skills in using spreadsheets. The lessons are outlined in detail including curriculum links, vocabulary, materials needed, sample answers, discussion points and student resources such as spreadsheets. This sequence is part of the reSolve: Maths by Inquiry program.
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Year level(s) | Year 8 |
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Audience | Teacher |
Purpose | Teaching resource |
Format | Downloadable resources |
Teaching strategies and pedagogical approaches | Mathematics investigation |
Keywords | factors, pronumerals, distributivity, simplification (Algebra), maths investigations |
Curriculum alignment |
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Curriculum connections | Technologies, Numeracy, STEM/STEAM |
Strand and focus | Algebra, Build understanding, Apply understanding |
Topics | Patterns and algebra, Algebraic expressions |
AC: Mathematics content descriptions |
ACMNA191
Factorise algebraic expressions by identifying numerical factors
ACMNA192
Simplify algebraic expressions involving the four operations
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National numeracy learning progression |
Number patterns and algebraic thinking
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Copyright details |
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Organisation | ReSolve: Maths by Inquiry |
Copyright | © Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment 2021. Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 4.0. |
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