Making Math Moments in Early Division that Support Long-Term Student Understanding
A Session by Yvette Lehman (Teacher Consultant, Greater Essex County District School Board)
About this Session
Building a strong foundation in early division is crucial for all learners. A deep understanding enables students to solve complex problems without relying on memorized procedures. This session shows how visual contexts and teacher clarity help students tackle challenging concepts like dividing fractions and solving algebraic equations. Teachers will learn to build a solid foundation when it comes to division, preparing students for advanced thinking grounded in sense-making and reasoning.