Multiplication Table1
Overview
The purpose of this lesson is to assist in illustrating the importance of
charts, mathematics and the use of technology.
Objective
Given access to Zoho Sheet, students will collaborate in groups to form a
multiplication table by calculating the basic multiplication equations with
80% success.
Indiana State mathematics standards:
3.3.4 Understand and use the commutative and associative rules of
multiplication.
3.3.5 Create, describe, and extend number patterns using multiplication.
30 minutes for introduction
45-60 minutes for lesson
Computers with internet (At least one per group but up to one per student)
Calculator
Pencil and paper
Printer
1. Students will be instructed to create an X,Y graph in rows and
columns labeled 1-10 with 1 lying just below and to the right of the
x-y axis.
2. Each student will be responsible for two vertical columns of
numbers (1-2, 3-4, 5-6...) and will have to calculate all the values for
the chart.
3. After each individual student has their values calculated they will
proceed to plug these values into a Zoho Sheet you have previously
given them access to.
4. They will then collaborate with the other group members in order
to create a complete 1-10 multiplication table. Each group member
will input their values into the spreadsheet online.
Standards
Materials
Procedures
Evaluation
1
Have students print out the charts that they have created as a group,
and ensure that all values in the multiplication chart are correct in
order to gauge student understanding of mathematics and
technology.
Adapted from http://blogs.zoho.com/leetspeak/practical-uses-of-zoho-sheet and
http://www.lessonplanspage.com/OMDSSBlackHistoryEmpoweringAfricanAmericanBoardGame312.htm