Getting Past the Sticking Points: A Questioning Framework for Fraction Multiplication
Abstract
While the procedure for multiplying a fraction times a fraction may seem straightforward,
understanding why the procedure works is complex. Ohio’s New Learning Standards for mathematics
identify the need to use visual models and story contexts to develop student understanding of fraction
multiplication. This article outlines a questioning framework that, when used with visual models and
story contexts, can help students with four common fraction × fraction ”sticking” points.
How to Cite:
Johanning, D., (2019) “Getting Past the Sticking Points: A Questioning Framework for Fraction Multiplication”, Ohio Journal of School Mathematics 82.
Rights: Debra Johanning
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