Math Trick:  Multiplying by using lines.
I found this video online and I found it to be interesting.  I would like to know what you think of it and how you might use it for multiplication.  Do you think that it would be an alternative way to teach multiplying or not.  I would like your thoughts on this topic.


Multiplying using Lines

Please watch and comment on this video.  I want to know what you think of what he is talking about and also do you believe that this is something that you would enjoy doing.
Thanks,
Mr. Oliger

http://youtu.be/i1QyM9WTF18