Fractions

FDDS

FDDS is a mnemonic for plotting fractions on a number line. This strategy helps students gain a strong conceptual foundation for understanding fractions. FDDS reminds students to Find the denominators, Draw number lines, Divide the line into equal parts equaling the denominator, Shade the number of parts as the numerator.

FILMS

FILMS is a mnemonic for adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators. It builds conceptual and procedural understanding of fractions. FILMS reminds students to Find the denominator, Identify the multiples, Locate the least common multiple, Multiply to make new fractions, Solve the problem.

CUT

CUT is a mnemonic for simplifying fractions. It builds conceptual and procedural understanding of fractions. CUT reminds students to Calculate the factors, Underline the greatest common factor, Time to divide the numerator and denominator.

EDIT

EDIT is a mnemonic for converting fractions into mixed numbers. It builds conceptual and procedural understanding of fractions. EDIT reminds students to Examine the numerator and denominator, Divide the numerator by the denominator, Insert the quotient as the whole number, Turn the remainder into your new numerator.

Fractions: List