Name: Teach Formal Written Subtraction (With Exchanging)
Uploaded: 2024-07-26T08:35:18.000Z
Description: Once pupils are confident with lining up and subtracting the digits in the formal written method without exchanging, you can introduce the concept of exchanging. Remember not to refer to this as borrowing! Watch this video to see how to model the steps alongside your place value chart.

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<div> <p>This video provides guidance on teaching formal written subtraction with exchanging.</p>
<p>In this Maths in Minutes video, educators are instructed on how to teach formal written subtraction with exchanging. Once students are comfortable with lining up and subtracting digits in the formal written method without exchanging, the concept of exchanging can be introduced. It is important not to refer to this process as borrowing. By watching this video, educators can learn how to model the steps of formal written subtraction with exchanging alongside a place value chart, helping students grasp this more advanced subtraction technique.</p>
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<p>00:10 When should the concept of exchanging be introduced in formal written subtraction?</p>
<p>00:16 Why is it important to avoid using the term "borrowing" when teaching subtraction with exchanging?</p> </div>

Once pupils are confident with lining up and subtracting the digits in the formal written method without exchanging, you can introduce the concept of exchanging. Remember not to refer to this as borrowing! Watch this video to see how to model the steps alongside your place value chart.