The Order Matters
When you make spaghetti there are certain things that have to be done first. You definitely want to boil the noodles before adding the sauce. Otherwise the result would be disastrous!
The same is true for simplifying math problems. There is an order that needs to be followed so that we all get the same answer. If you don't follow the order of operations, then you basically get crunchy spaghetti.
Order of Operations Explained
- Ellie's 7th Grade Blog
- This blog by Ellie, a Canadian student, has some great resources. This post on the order of operations has a slide show, tutorial and practice quiz. Check out some of her other posts too. Great stuff! Thanks, Ellie.
- Mrs. Glosser Explains Exponents
- Do you get stuck with exponents in complicated order of operations problems? This may be the site that helps you get clear.
- Purple Math
- Order of operations explanations for pre-algebra and algebra students.
Math Games and Practice
Play some of the games and do some of the exercises then rank them to let others know what you think is the best.
Mystery Picture Game
Solve the order of operations problem to reveal th more...2 points
Algebraic Order of Operations
This site gives you instantaneous feedback to orde more...2 points
FunBrain.com's Operation Order
Straightforward PEMDAS practice. Pick the level of more...1 point
Green Guide to Back-to-School
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- Welcome back to school! Before you go shopping for school supplies read my lens on buying school supplies with the Earth in mind.
Math Tutor: Videos
Get a little confused on which operation to do next? Watch some of these videos.
MATHMAN Order of Operations
YouTube Blocked? Need Help?
- Download YouTube Videos at Home for Classroom Use
- Here is a way to save educational YouTube videos so you can bring them into the classroom.
- Metacafe, an Alternative to YouTube
- There is a similar company to YouTube, called Metacafe. Read this article about some important difference. One key difference is that Metacafe is not blocked at schools.
New The Link List
- YouTube Math Tutor Group
- I've created a collection of over 60 how-to-do math videos. Feel free to join the group. You don't have to be a member to watch the videos.
Educational YouTube Videos
More Math Websites by Ms. Rebecca Newburn
- Math Tutor: Integers
- Need help with integers? This lens that I created has integer games, educational YouTube videos and practice. I think you'll enjoy it!
- Math Tutor: Fractions
- My fractions lens has fraction games, educational YouTube videos and practice. If you don't already love math, this site will set you back on track.
- Vedic Math, a Fun Mental Calculating System
- Vedic math is the ancient calculating system of India. Most of Vedic math is done mentally or on one line. Fun, fast and efficient. You'll never think about math the same way after learning Vedic math. Great for math lovers and avoiders!
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- This website has links to all of my websites. Bookmark or add this page to your del.icio.us account so you can easily find it in the future.
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Information Age Teacher Resources
- Information Age Education Blog
- My Information Age Education blog discusses ways to support teachers and their students in this digital age. Besides technology, supporting the change in consciousness and a movement towards being stewards of the planet are important aspects of this new age. Please share this blog with other educators. You can also subscribe to get posts sent to your in-box.
- Educating Millennials
- Millennials are the New Generation. They are born in the Information Age. Check out this lens and learn some great strategies to support your Millennial students.
- Ms. Newburn's 7th Grade Blog
- Technology can be used to support learning. I have a blog for my math 7 class. It's a great way to pre-teach or reteach concepts. I also post things for individual exploration. As a homework assignment I had my students subscribe. Feel free to subscribe to see how I use blogging as a way to engage students.
Ideas for Teachers
- Homework Assignment: I gave visiting this lens as a homework assignment for my kids. I made them write a few sentences about what they did and learned. I gave the students a few days to get the assignment done to accommodate for possible computer issues from home.
- Lab time: Take you class into a computer lab to do a webquest on order of operations. Have a list of several sites to go to. If you want them to see the videos, you may want to check if the YouTube video site is blocked.
- Share this lens with others. I have a link to it on my website. Plus, I've shared it with colleagues... and you!
- YouTube.com: This is a free website where you can watch videos or post your own videos. If you like the videos I created you can subscribe to my videos. You need to have a YouTube account. I've also created a group called "Math Tutor," which has videos from other people too. If you join the "Math Tutor" group you can post videos as well. It is my intention to have numerous teachers and students make fabulous videos that all of our kids can benefit from.
Reader Feedback
Do you know of any other great order of operations sites? Please let me know.
Any feedback about this lens is also appreciated.
Terrific Lens! Liked the information. Will come again!
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StephenC
Posted September 07, 2008
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nilamdoc
Hi, Posted August 27, 2008 |
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Evelyn_Saenz
What a great lens! I have added it to my favorites and joined your fan club. Posted March 24, 2008 |
