1. Topic-
Solving One Step Equations
 
2. Content-
Vocab:
variable
balance
inverse operations
opposite operations

Standards:

PA: Math Assessment Anchors, PA: Grade 8 , Algebraic Concepts
M8.D.2 Represent and/or analyze mathematical situations using numbers, symbols, words, tables and/or graphs.
M8.D.2.1 Select and/or use a strategy to simplify an expression, solve an equation or inequality and/or check the solution for accuracy.
- M8.D.2.1.1 Solve one- or two-step equations and inequalities (should not include absolute values "� one variable only).
- M8.D.2.1.2 Use substitution to check the accuracy of a given value for an equation or inequality (simple inequalities with one variable).
M8.D.2.2 Create and/or interpret expressions, equations or inequalities that model problem situations.
- M8.D.2.2.1 Match a written situation to its numeric and/or algebraic expression, equation or inequality (up to two variables in equations or expressions "� one variable with inequalities).
- M8.D.2.2.2 Write and/or solve an equation for a given problem situation (one variable only).
 
3. Goals: Aims/Outcomes-
1.Correctly isolate the variable in an equation
2.Solve one-step equations involving addition, subtraction,multiplication, and division
 
4. Objectives-
1. Students will review the steps to solving one-step equations
2. Students will learn how to solve one step equations
3. Students will practice solving different equations
 
5. Materials and Aids-
computer, calculator, notebook and permanent examples
 
6. Procedures/Methods-

A. Introduction-

1.Discuss what balance means
2.Practice balancing two sides of an equation
3.Introduce solving equations for a variable
 

B. Development-

1.discuss/review vocabulary
2.watch a video on solving equations
3.Demonstrate solving equations on whiteboard
 

C. Practice-

1.problems done on whiteboard with teacher feedback
2.online practice questions which provide automatic correction and feedback
 

D. Independent Practice-

1.on-line flash cards
2.worksheet
3.online practice game
 

E. Accommodations (Differentiated Instruction)-

1.Allow student the choice of initial introduction of material through powerpoint, video or teacher lecture
2.Allow student the choice of an online game with feedback and score or a quiz to provide assessment
 

F. Checking for understanding-

1.teacher observation
2.online game with feedback and score
3.quiz
 

G. Closure-

Introduction and preteaching involving solving two step equations
 
7. Evaluation-
1.Student is able to solve one step algebra equations independently
2.Student is able to explain how to solve one step algebra equations
 
8. Teacher Reflection-
Student responded well to his choice of hearing initial lesson presented through a video. Student was not impressed with the games available to him. Student mastered concept.
 

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