Exploring Partitioning Shapes with Rows and Columns

The video tutorial introduces the concept of partitioning rectangles into equal shares using rows and columns. It explains the term 'partition' and provides examples of how to divide a rectangle into equal parts. Various methods are discussed, including using rows and columns, and alternative ways to partition. The tutorial concludes with a closure activity where students draw and partition their own rectangles, sharing their work on Edmodo.

What does 'partition' mean in the context of dividing shapes?

• Overlap

• Remove

• Combine

• Separate into sections

How many pink squares were used to cover the rectangle completely?

• 25

• 20

• 15

• 30

If you arrange 5 pink squares in each row, how many rows will you have?

• 6

• 3

• 4

• 5

Which operation can be used to find the total number of squares covering the rectangle?

• None

• Subtraction

• Division

• Multiplication

What is the result of adding five four times?

• 15

• 20

• 25

• 30

If the rectangle is divided among four people, how many pieces does each get?

• 10

• 20

• 5

• 15

How can you split the rectangle into two equal parts?

• 25 each

• 20 each

• 15 each

• 10 each

What is the total number of squares if each of five people gets four squares?

• 22

• 20

• 18

• 15

What should students do for the closure activity?

• Create a circle

• Write an essay

• Partition a rectangle

• Draw a triangle

Where should students post their work after completing the closure activity?

• Google Classroom

• Edmodo

• Email

• Print and submit