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.

Resource details

Year level

Year 8

Purpose

Teaching resource

Strand

Algebra

Topic

Patterns and algebra Algebraic expressions

Audience

Teachers

Format

Downloadable resource

Australian Curriculum code

AC9M8A01

Numeracy progression

Number patterns and algebraic thinking (P7)

Publisher

reSolve Maths by Inquiry

Copyright

© Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment 2021. Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 4.0.

Keywords

factors distributive algebra simplify pronumerals