1. Topic-
Multiplication
 
2. Content-
Place value, ones, tens, multiply, product, array
 
3. Goals: Aims/Outcomes-
1. The student will be able to multiply numbers using various methods
2. The student will be able to write multiplication sentences to match an illustration
3. The student will be able to create various visuals that correspond to a given multiplication sentence
 
4. Objectives-
1. Interpret a multiplication equation as a comparison, e.g., interpret 35 = 5 × 7 as a statement that 35 is 5 times as many as 7 and 7 times as many as 5. Represent verbal statements of multiplicative comparisons as multiplication equations.
2. Multiply or divide to solve word problems involving multiplicative comparison, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem, distinguishing multiplicative comparison from additive comparison.
 
5. Materials and Aids-
enVisions math video, visuals of arrays and place value block multiplication
 
6. Procedures/Methods-

A. Introduction-

1. Have students watch a short video on equal groups and how they can figure out the total number of items using repeated addition or multiplication. Show students that multiplication can be an easier and faster way to solve the problem instead of repeated addition.
2. Start a discussion board with the students about the need for multiplication in everyday life. Students should be able to come up with several examples. Have them discuss these examples on the discussion board sharing at least one different circumstance. Have students respond to two peers about the validity of their response and whether or not they have experienced that example in their own lives as well.
3. Have students watch a video introducing the topic. The video explains the vocabulary and shows visual representations of place value blocks and arrays when used to show multiplication.
 

B. Development-

1. Have students log-in at the same to watch a podcast where the teacher shows students an array and how it relates to equal groups of items.
2. Show students two repeated addition problems and two multiplication problems that match the array.
3. Create another array using and have students use microphones on their headsets to offer suggestions about the multiplication and repeated addition problems.
 

C. Practice-

1. Have students work independently on multiplication and repeated addition problems while still logged in so the teacher can be available while students begin work.
2. Teacher will check in with all students after 15 minutes to ensure success.
3. Students will self-check their answers. Students who are struggling with the concept will stay for an additional session to review the concept again.
 

D. Independent Practice-

1. These items will be completed online independently and monitored by the teacher. Students will be given various multiplication problems and must create arrays using the math software provided.
2. Students will be given visual examples of arrays and should be able to show multiple ways to solve the problem including two repeated addition problems and two multiplication problems.
 

E. Accommodations (Differentiated Instruction)-

1. Students who excel in this concept will be given double digit numbers to work with and will be expected to show this using place value blocks.
2. Students struggling with this concept will start with arrays using 1 and work their way up until they show mastery.
3. After measuring student progress, struggling students will be pulled into a small group next class to continue practice on this skill.
 

F. Checking for understanding-

1. After students have been given an opportunity to demonstrate their skills independently, have them post one of their visuals and share it with their peers.
2. Students will practice their MathFacts in a Flash to show that their understanding of math facts has increased.
 

G. Closure-

1. Have students meet in small groups to demonstrate an array. Students will be given a rubric to follow. Students will record their team demonstration and post it on the class site for others to view.
2. Students will view all other group video posts and will respond to one of them giving constructive criticism and positive feedback.
 
7. Evaluation-
1. The teacher will view various arrays created by students to check for understanding.
2. The teacher will check that students are able to show multiple ways to solve the problem including two repeated addition problems and two multiplication problems when given an array.
 

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