AC9M2M02
Measurement > Fractions
Australian Curriculum Version 9 Says:
Identify common uses and represent halves, quarters and eighths in relation to shapes, objects and events.
What this means
Using fractions in context, NOT fraction calculations.
- Folding a rectangle in half then half again to form quarters and half again to form eighths would be an example of this.
- Circular shapes need to be folded to show halves and quarters. This will help students understand terms like quarter past and half past when referring to analog clocks.
Tip
- Activity: Cutting sandwiches (or paper).
Interactives & Downloadables
Resources & Manipulatives
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Developing a Conceptual Understanding of Fractions
$31.00 – $139.00 inc. GST -
Reasoning with Rods
$22.00 – $129.00 inc. GST -
Coloured Rods (Fraction Bars) - Set of 74
$19.25 inc. GST
These Quick Curriculum Guides have been designed to take a look at the Australian Mathematics Curriculum (AC9), explain terminology and provide interpretations.
Narelle and I have used our professional judgement to put forward what is appropriate for students at this year level.
Authors: Dr Paul Swan & Narelle Rice
We would like to also thank Linda Marshall and David Dunstan for comments and assistance.
These documents serve as general advice only and do not take into account your specific needs and conditions. While best care has been taken in compiling these materials, mistakes may exist.
Australian Curriculum version 9 materials used under Creative Commons licence from ACARA. Readers should always refer back to the curriculum itself and the state-based curriculum that is relevant for you.
This document is copyright of A-Z Type (Dr Paul Swan). A copy of this document may be downloaded from www.drpaulswan.com.au.