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Teacher Shawn Saylor Subject Algebra Level 8th

Topic Quadrilaterals, Polygons / Angles & Congruency Objective(s): 1. Writing on the graffiti wall, student(s) will recall characteristics of quadrilaterals. (Know) 2. Using painters tape, student(s) will construct six special quadrilaterals to solve the sum of interior angles. (Create) 3. Given a diagram, student(s) will be able to use informal arguments to establish facts about the angle sum and exterior angle of triangles, about the angles created when parallel lines are cut by a transversal, and the angle-angle criterion for similarity of triangles. 4. Given two congruent figures, student(s) will cite evidence of congruence between them. (Application) 5. Incorporating various techniques, student(s) will write in their ISN (Interactive Student Notebook). (Analysis)
CCSS.Math.Content.8.G.A.2 Understand that a two-dimensional figure is congruent to another if the second can be obtained from the first by a sequence of rotations, reflections, and translations; given two congruent figures, describe a sequence that exhibits the congruence between them. CCSS.Math.Content.8.G.A.4 Understand that a two-dimensional figure is similar to another if the second can be obtained from the first by a sequence of rotations, reflections, translations, and dilations; given two similar two-dimensional figures, describe a sequence that exhibits the similarity between them. CCSS.Math.Content.8.G.A.5 Use informal arguments to establish facts about the angle sum and exterior angle of triangles, about the angles created when parallel lines are cut by a transversal, and the angle-angle criterion for similarity of triangles. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of disciplinespecific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Time schedule: 5 days Materials needed: Students will need ISN, and pencil box (kept in classroom pencil, colored pencils, scissors, & stick glue). Teacher will need textbook, unit schedule, PPT or Prezi presentation, Flashbacks (my bell ringers), quad characteristics chart, Polygons & Angles Foldable, Congruent Polygons, painters tape (3 different colors), and Real World Shapes handout. Organization: Desks in groups of four

Source: Arends, R.I. (2008). Learning to Teach (7th Ed). McGraw-Hill Higher Education.

Phase 1: Clarify aims and establish set: Flashback ask students to write graffiti wall what they know about quadrilaterals. o Days 2-5 students may add to graffiti wall and are presented with a daily Flashback problem. Hallway geometry graffiti will include angle measurements and variables, exploring the sum of the angles formula (Burt, 2013). Phase 2: Focus the discussion: Day 1: Class discussion Six special quadrilaterals Day 3: Think-write-share polygons and angles. Day 4: Chalktalk & Writing break review & reflection

Phase 3: Hold the discussion:

PPT/Prezi and quadrilateral characteristic chart and cut outs of the six special quadrilaterals (Ostapczuk, 2013). Think-Write-Share (Rundee, 2013) o Think o Write o Share Proof with groups Student-friendly learning goal Include KWL Proof Reflection

Chalktalk review

Phase 4: End the discussion: Summary discussion o o Quadrilaterals Interior Angle Formula

Each group will pick the most creative proof to share with class. After chalktalk, students will take a writing break.

Phase 5: Debrief the discussion: Answer questions about quadrilateral characteristics and sum of interior angles. In their ISN, ask students to write proof. For example, can a triangle have two right angles? Students must support their explanation (Rundee, 2013).

Source: Arends, R.I. (2008). Learning to Teach (7th Ed). McGraw-Hill Higher Education.

Works Cited
Burt, S. (2013, April 15). "Geometry Graffiti Polygons in the Hallways". Retrieved from Scholastic: http://www.scholastic.com Ostapczuk, A. (2013, April 14). "Quadrilaterals". Retrieved from Teaching Special Education: http://teachinginspecialeducation.blogspot.com Rundee, J. (2013, April 14). "Math Journal ... Wednesdays". Retrieved from Runde's Room: http://www.rundesroom.com/

Source: Arends, R.I. (2008). Learning to Teach (7th Ed). McGraw-Hill Higher Education.