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reSolve: Multiplication: The Tiler
This task explores arrays through the context of a tiling a courtyard. Students are given the total cost of tiling a courtyard and use this to calculate the price for individual tiles. They then explore the cost of different tiling designs to determine if one is cheaper than another. Each lesson is outlined in detail including curriculum links, vocabulary, materials needed, sample answers, discussion points and student resources. This sequence is part of the reSolve: Mathematics by Inquiry program.
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| Year level(s) | Year 4 |
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| Audience | Teacher |
| Purpose | Teaching resource |
| Format | Downloadable resources |
| Teaching strategies and pedagogical approaches | Mathematics investigation |
| Keywords | division, multiplication, arrays |
Curriculum alignment |
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| Curriculum connections | Numeracy |
| Strand and focus | Number, Build understanding, Apply understanding |
| Topics | Multiplication and division |
| AC: Mathematics content descriptions |
ACMNA082
Solve word problems by using number sentences involving multiplication or division where there is no remainder
ACMNA075
Recall multiplication facts up to 10 × 10 and related division facts
ACMNA076
Develop efficient mental and written strategies and use appropriate digital technologies for multiplication and for division where there is no remainder
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| National numeracy learning progression |
Multiplicative strategies
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MuS5, MuS6
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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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