Required Lesson Plan Format: Snowden, P. L.

Fall 2011

Required Lesson Plan Format

Teacher Candidate: Hope Sullivan Sarah Brunell Content Area: Algebra Date: October 14, 2011 Grade Level: Eighth

Fundamental Skills/Important Concept(s)/Essential Question(s): Mathematics and literacy Variables and Expressions Lesson Title Students will learn to evaluate algebraic expressions. Lesson Focus

Core Curriculum Standards and/or NYS Standards and Performance Indicators ~~~~~~~~ (For Literacy-based lesson, can use NCTE/IRA Standards for the English Language Arts) Lesson Objectives
(Blooms Taxonomy; include behavior, conditions, and criteria)

New York State Mathematic Standards for Grade Eight Variables and Expressions 8.A.2 * Write verbal expressions that match given mathematical expressions.

(Use numbers for clarity) 1. The student will learn to evaluate algebraic expressions. Evidence that students have achieved objective(s): Students will be able to solve problems and examples. Will allow students to work out problems on the board to display understanding of required objectives.

---------------------Acceptable Evidence (process and/or product)

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Instructional Procedure(s) ___________ A. Bell Ringer and Prior Knowledge Activation

This can be together or separately. Also called: set induction, anticipatory set, introduction/review

Bell Ringer Evaluate each expression for the given values of the variable. 1. 9y - 13 for y = 4 2. 6n + 2p for n = 2 and p = 3 3. 3x y for x = 1 and y = 2 __________________________________________ The teacher will Review the table of phrases and expression with the students. Point out that there are several different words for each operation. Use examples and flashcards to enforce the idea.

_______________ B. Teacher input, explanation, & development

1. Specific instructional method(s); 2. Modeling; 3. Guided practice; 4. Check for understanding 5. Independent practice

Specific students actions

The students will: Previously have read the chapter for homework before coming into class. Do the bell ringer when first entering class, takes notes during class, and actively participate with examples that are given on the board. Start a homework worksheet that will be assigned for the night. Flash cards to demonstrate understanding of material. Worksheets so students can practice working out problems on their own. And provide additional examples to help with troubled areas.
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Assessment (Type and purpose)

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Evaluation, if used

Teacher will use their best judgment to recognize students understanding of material by the amount of participation with the flashcards, review, examples, and worksheets.

Required Lesson Plan Format: Snowden, P. L.

Fall 2011

Closure

The teacher will write four operational symbols (+, -, , ) on the board, ask students to think of as many words to describe each operation. This will help students with translating signs with words which will help students with solving problems. The teacher must also assist students with questions and concerns on worksheets. Review flashcards Notes through the use of technology such as a smart board and computer Walk around room to assist students who might not understand the content right away.

Accommodations: 1. Students with exceptional learning needs (ELN); 2. Learning modalities & Learning Styles; 3. Multiple Intelligences Materials

Flashcards, whiteboard, worksheets, smart board. One period (forty minutes). Duration (time) Curricular and/or Unit Connections Principles of Algebra Algebraic Expression

Adapted with permission by Snowden, P. L. (Fall, 2011) from: Hackett, Sarah. (2010). Enhanced lesson plan template. Plattsburgh, NY: SUNY-Plattsburgh.

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