Review based on:

personal experience

Appropriate for:

introduction to a concept, applications of a concept or technique

Other Comments:

This applet is a great way to help students develop strategies for comparing fractions. Enter in 2 fractions with common denominators, and the applet makes it obvious which one is larger. Then enter in two fractions with common numerators and the students will begin to develop a strategy. Also use the applet to compare fractions like 4/7 and 5/11, where 1 is less than 1/2 and the other is greater than 1/2.

What math does one need to know to use the resource?

Not much, really. This is a prelude to finding common denominators.

What hardware expertise does one need to learn to use the resource?

N/A

What extra things must be done to make it work?

N/A

How hard was it for you to learn?

Very Easy

Explanation:

All you have to do is enter in numbers representing numerator and denominator; the applet instantly shows fractions representing those values.

Ability to meet my goals:

Very Effective

Recommended for:

Math 4: Fractions
Math 5: Fractions
Math 6: Fractions
Math 7: Fractions