Visual Linear Algebra

Students are supported to solve linear algebra equations. The equation is provided both algebraically, and as a diagrammatic model. As students choose appropriate operation to carry out on both sides of the equation, the model is updated to show their progress towards a solution.

Teacher notes

• Students are provided with an equation to solve, and can choose either to solve it or see another random equation.
• The equation is modelled diagramatically.
• Students are supported to choose an operation to carry out on both sides of the equation.
• Students are asked to identify the result of that operation.
• As the equation is updated, the diagram is modified to match.

Learning objects

	Solving linear algebra equations (variable on one side, positive values only) Students solve linear equations with a variable on one side. All numbers are positive.
	Solving linear algebra equations (variable on both sides, positive values only) Students solve linear equations with a variable on both sides. All numbers are positive.
	Solving linear algebra equations (variable on one side, positive and negative values) Students solve linear equations with a variable on one side. Both positive and negative numbers are used.
	Solving linear algebra equations (variable on both sides, positive and negative values) Students solve linear equations with a variable on both sides. Both positive and negative numbers are used.