Numbers Theory
The information for number theory is critical for students to do well in algebra and higher levels of mathematics. However, the sad thing is most teachers are unfamiliar with these ideas, or skip them when they occur in their math text or program, as their view of mathematics is limited to basic facts and operations as calculations of numbers.
This could also explain, why there are few videos available of students working on these ideas. Therefore, instead of student videos, I have linked to examples for some mathematical ideas related to number theory.
Take some time and review these examples and see if you can create some mathematical wonderment in your life or explain how they are or could be used for student.
- Even ODD in class student explanation video | Concrete, Iconic, Formal proofs |
- Multiples, factors, LSM, GCF, primes, factor trees, primes to find LCM & GCF, and the fundamental theory of arithmetic (FTA).
- Using primes to find common factors, multiples, LCM and GCF ALL together in article on factors and multiples.
- Using the conjecture: Is the second multiple of a number always double the first? Discussion of using learner's questions to discover primes and the fundamental theory or arithmetic.
- List of factors for the numbers 1 to 50 & the total factors for each
- Factors to 100 worksheet with first 50 complete & blank 50-100.
- The Fundamental Theory of Arithmetic
- What information about number theory is important for learners to know?
- How would you create an assessment sequence for your year plan for number theory?
- If you have questions, post them in Questions for the professor.
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