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How to Model Fractions of a Set With Fraction Mats and Counters

Subtracting large numbers can be difficult for some students. In this How-To video, the MathUP team demonstrates how to use decomposition to subtract. Decomposition, or breaking a number into small parts, is a simple but effective way of solving more complicated subtraction equations. Not only does this help students by simplifying a complicated subtraction equation, but decomposing can also help students find confidence in their ability to subtract large numbers.

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How to Model Fractions of a Set With Fraction Mats and Counters

In this How-To video, the MathUP team demonstrates how to model a fraction of a set using fraction mats and counters. Modelling using fraction mats and counters provides an easy way for students to visualize the meaning of a fraction. Fraction mats can also help students to better understand the fraction area model and the connection between a fraction and a whole.