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Video: [|Connections]

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[|Video] Annenburg Media Mathematical Connections and Mathematics

Connections [CN]

**Contextualization and making connections to the experiences of learners are powerful processes in developing mathematical understanding. When mathematical ideas are connected to each other or to other real-world phenomena, children begin to view mathematics as useful, relevant, and integrated. The brain is constantly looking for and making connections. Learning mathematics within contexts and making connections relevant to learners can validate past experiences and prior knowledge, and increase children’s willingness to participate and be actively engaged.** [|From Sask. Learning]

NCTM's Connections Standard - Pre-K through Grade 12
> Instructional programs from prekindergarten through grade 12 should enable all students to— NCTM
 * [|recognize and use connections] among mathematical ideas;
 * [|understand how mathematical ideas interconnect] and build on one another to produce a coherent whole;
 * [|recognize and apply mathematics] in contexts outside of mathematics.

[|Live Binder with support] Kindergarten to Grade Four Mathematical Connections The Relating Addition and Subtraction Notebook file shows the multiple representations that will help students make connections between mathematical ideas. This file goes with the lesson that you see called, Representation and Making Connections. media type="file" key="PhotoStory2.wmv" width="300" height="300"



=Math is all Around Us!= [|Wiki] that allows you to add math in your world. media type="youtube" key="HtqlIVN9bh8" height="315" width="420"

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