"Fractions, Decimals, and Percents : A Fifth Grade Curriculum Unit" by Jeffrey Li

Date of Award

2005

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science in Education (MSEd)

First Advisor

Hal Melnick

Second Advisor

Nina Jaffe

Abstract

This independent study outlines a fifth grade curriculum unit for fractions, decimals, and percents. The unit utilizes a problem-solving approach to lead to deep understanding of fractions and their relations to decimals and percents. The study is influenced by writings by Hiebert, Dewey, Piaget, \/ygotsky, and Fosnot, and uses a lesson planning format created by Hal Melnick. Four explorations drive the unit:

Exploration 1: What is a fraction?

Exploration 2: Going Deeper with Fractions

Exploration 3: Connecting Fractions to Decimals and Percents

Exploration 4: Comparing Fractional Amounts

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