Quadratic Functions Lesson 5

Lesson 5: Solving Quadratic Equations by Using the Quadratic Formula

Introduction

Instructional Outcome
Maine Learning Results:
2 b, solve quadratic equations graphically, by factoring in cases where factoring is efficient,
and by applying the quadratic formula.
Content learning outcome: Students will be able to use the Quadratic Formula and also know
how to use the discriminant to determine the number and type of roots of a quadratic
equation.

Literacy Support Strategies and Instruction

Before reading/learning: Digital vocabulary
Materials: Computers and Triple Entry Vocabulary template, textbook
During reading/learning: Two-column Notes, Geogebra
Materials: Two-column Notes templates, whiteboard and projector
After reading/learning: Exit Slip
Materials: Exit Slips

Before Reading/Learning (10 minutes)

Literacy outcome: Introduce students to the important new vocabulary.
Teacher preparation: Students need Triple Entry Vocabulary template on computer.
Teacher facilitation: Have students add the new vocabulary words into their Triple Entry
Vocabulary template for the chapter. These words are highlighted in their book and are listed
in the chapter review. Other words may be added by the instructor. Check to make sure they
have at least the word and book definitions at this point.

During Reading/Learning (40–50 minutes)

Literacy outcome: All students will use Two-column Notes to write down examples to use as a
study guide. In addition to this students will write down questions they have and where the
answer or an example can be found. This could include a worked out example of their own.
These can then be used to help review for the final assessment for the chapter.
Teacher facilitation: Model Two-column Notes again to help remind students of the use in
class. Using the Geogebra applet, have students compete in two teams to practice using the
quadratic formula. By projecting the applet onto the whiteboard, students will be able to
concentrate on the task and not on using the program. Using a gradual release model, the
students will watch as the teacher does 1–2 examples. Next the teacher will present a
problem and the students will help the teacher work through several examples until the
teacher feels that the class is ready to move on. In the next step, the students will work in
teams to answer examples and give the teacher the answer to input into the computer to
check their answer. Once this is completed students will work on the assigned homework on
their own.

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After Reading/Learning (10–15 minutes)

Literacy outcome: Remind students to enter their own definitions into their Triple Entry
Vocabulary templates. Exit Slip to check for understanding.
Teacher facilitation: Assign homework for the next class. Students will have time to begin the
assignment during class time so the teacher is available to help. While students are working,
review their Two-column Notes to ensure they have examples for the section. If students have
questions in Two-column Notes, make sure they have found answers or assist them to find
the answers. This will reinforce the vocabulary and give students a chance to tie it into the
work from the lesson. Give students Exit Slips.
At the end of the class: Collect Exit Slips and check for any common misunderstandings. Exit
Slips will be read after class. By reading the question that the student has written on the Exit
Slip, the teacher can look for common misunderstandings that will be clarified the next class.

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