1a. What is the central focus of your learning segment?
The multiplication with whole numbers unit occurs during the the end of the first quarter of instruction in math at Peshtigo Elementary Learning Center. The central focus of the learning segment is multiplying up to four digit whole numbers using a variety of multiplication strategies. In this unit (Unit 2) there is 19 lessons, the focus of the learning segment will be on three of the 19 lessons. The lessons that are presented in this segment are instructed as follows: 1. Multiply One-Digit and Four-Digit numbers; 2. Use the Shortcut Method; 3. Practice Multiplying. The students will use area models, expanded notation, algebraic notation, shortcut method, and mental math to solve multiplication