146 Multiplication and Division Concepts
Successful Strategies
Teaching students to identify perfect squares and near
squares is the fi rst step in ownership of these facts. Ask
students to explain which two squares “sandwich” the near
square. Use manipulatives and graph paper arrays to model
one more group and one less group. Write the facts in order
so students can see the patterns. As students gain ownership
of perfect squares and near squares, we need to encourage
them to use this knowledge with related division facts.perfect squares, near squares, product,
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Questions at Different Levels of Cognitive Demand
Recall: What is 5 x 5?
Comprehension: What example could you give of a
perfect square multiplication fact?
Application: How would you show near squares
products with graph paper arrays?
Analysis: Which factor of the near square fact do you
plan to use?
Evaluation: How would you teach near squares to
someone who does not understand it?
Synthesis: How could you create a perfect squares and
near squares game?EASYCOMPLEX