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Introduce the concept of variables as a way of representing numbers using letters (ACMNA175)

Elaborations

understanding that arithmetic laws are powerful ways of describing and simplifying calculations and that using these laws leads to the generality of algebra

General capabilities

Critical and creative thinking

ScOT terms

Pronumerals

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Algebra basics video

TLF-IDA003312

Use this video as a springboard to introduce algebraic thinking, and to apply that thinking to a financial context, drawing on reasoning.

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In this lesson students explore slalom sports and how competitors maximise speed when completing a course. Students research different slalom sports and then share their findings with the class. Students investigate the impact of distance and friction on time to complete a course through digital and unplugged activities. ...