Multiply fractions and whole numbers
When to use this goal
For students who try to find a common denominator before multiplying, or who cannot find 2/3 of 12 in a word problem. Present levels in multiplication facts and in simplifying decide the number sizes.
- Baseline
- Include a whole-number problem written as 4 x 2/3 and as 2/3 of 4, which should give the same answer; a student who treats them differently needs the connection taught. Record whether errors are setup (common denominator), fact, or simplifying.
- Tips
- The "of" language (half of 10, two thirds of 12) connects this skill to earlier fraction-of-a-set work. Area models show why the product can be smaller than either factor.
- Limits
- Procedural accuracy does not show the student can tell when to multiply in a word problem. Does not include division of fractions.
Original IEP Atlas template based on general measurement principles; not copied from any goal bank. ID ma-fr-014.
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Goal
By the annual IEP review date, given 10 multiplication problems with a fraction and a whole number, including problems set as "a fraction of" a quantity, the student will write the correct product in simplest form for each problem independently with at least 85% accuracy on fraction multiplication problems, on 3 of 4 consecutive weekly work samples, as measured by work-sample analysis collected weekly.
Baseline: 30% accuracy.
- Condition
- Observable behavior
- Criterion
- Measurement method
Measurability check11 of 11 met
Met: Observable behavior. Stated as an action.
Met: Condition. Stated.
Met: Unit fits the behavior. Percent accuracy fits this behavior.
Met: Explicit criterion. Number and unit stated.
Met: Mastery rule and schedule. Both stated.
Met: Method produces the metric. Work-sample analysis gives percent accuracy data.
Met: Review timeframe. Stated.
Met: Baseline and target compatible. Same unit, change in the right direction.
Met: Aligned with area of need. Still about Fractions.
Met: Level of support. Defined.
Met: Blanks filled in. Nothing left to fill in.
Checks structure and wording only. Whether the goal fits the student is the team's call.
Short-term objectives (optional)
When are objectives required?Required for students on alternate assessments (34 CFR §300.320(a)(2)(ii)); some states require them for everyone.
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- Area of need
- Math - Fractions
- Baseline
- 30% accuracy.
- Annual goal405 characters
- By the annual IEP review date, given 10 multiplication problems with a fraction and a whole number, including problems set as "a fraction of" a quantity, the student will write the correct product in simplest form for each problem independently with at least 85% accuracy on fraction multiplication problems, on 3 of 4 consecutive weekly work samples, as measured by work-sample analysis collected weekly.
- Timeframe
- By the annual IEP review date
- Condition
- Given 10 multiplication problems with a fraction and a whole number, including problems set as "a fraction of" a quantity
- Behavior
- The student will write the correct product in simplest form for each problem independently
- Criteria
- With at least 85% accuracy on fraction multiplication problems, on 3 of 4 consecutive weekly work samples
- Evaluation method
- Work-sample analysis
- Schedule
- Weekly
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Matching data sheet
Accuracy tracker. Records number correct and number attempted.
Accuracy tracker
Percent accuracy- Student label:
- Target:
- with at least 85% accuracy on fraction multiplication problems
- Mastery rule:
- on 3 of 4 consecutive weekly work samples
- Collection schedule:
- weekly
- Method:
- Work-sample analysis
- Data collector:
Goal: By the annual IEP review date, given 10 multiplication problems with a fraction and a whole number, including problems set as "a fraction of" a quantity, the student will write the correct product in simplest form for each problem independently with at least 85% accuracy on fraction multiplication problems, on 3 of 4 consecutive weekly work samples, as measured by work-sample analysis collected weekly.
| Date | Task / materials | # correct | # attempted | % accuracycorrect ÷ attempted × 100 | Support levele.g., independent, 1 verbal prompt | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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- Score only items the student attempted unless the goal defines a fixed set of items. Use the same denominator every session.
- Percent = numerator ÷ denominator × 100. Round to one decimal place.
- Record the support actually provided, even if the goal is independent performance.
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