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COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, HEALTH AND REHABILITATION LESSON PLAN FORMAT
 * UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT FARMINGTON

Teacher’s Name:** Mr. Ethan Jean **Date of Lesson:** Lesson 1 (Interpretation)
 * Grade Level:** 10 **Topic:** Solving Equations

__**Objectives**__
Student will understand that there is more than one way to solve a problem. Student will know the definitions of and be able to solve equations involving absolute value, linear and quadratic equations, and families of equations. Student will be able to do an interpretation of an equation in more than one way.

__**Maine Learning Results Alignment**__
Maine Learing Results: Mathematics D. Algebra Equations and Inequalities Grades 9-Diploma 2. Students solve families of equations and Inequalities c. Solve absolute value equations and inequalities and interpret the results


 * Rationale:** Students will be exposed to algebraic equations and inequalities and learn how to apply various rules of algebra in order to solve the equations or inequalities in multiple ways.

__**Assessment**__
Students will be able to make blog posts reflecting on and evaluating the presentations. The blog posts will give constructive feedback regarding each students iMovie presentation showing the students understanding of the material. The students will also need to reflect on what they have learned and what grade they would give themselves on their own iMovie project. Finally they will be required to tell what they wanted to learn more about.
 * Formative (Assessment for Learning)**

Students will be asked to complete an iMovie regarding ways to interpret different algebraic equations. Students will be asked to complete different types of equations and turn them into a creative and interesting iMovie presentation. It will be assessed using a rubric involving both movie making skills as well as mathematical content. Students will be given a chance to show what they know regarding the topic.
 * Summative (Assessment of Learning)**

__**Integration**__

 * Technology:** Students will be using the iMovie technology. They will be given the chance to experience this technology early in the year because we will be coming back to it at the end of the year. Students will create their final product in a rough form incorporating the algebraic equations into a presentation in iMovie. This final product will not be graded as hard on creativity because it may be the first time using iMovie for most of the students.
 * Art:** In the iMovie students will be asked to create something artistic while incorporating algebra.
 * Music:** Students will be asked to create something musically appealing in the iMovie product.

__Groupings__
Students will participate in a think, pair, share activity to collaborate amongst themselves to further their understanding of the algebra. The activity will be monitored by the teacher and if a group needs help the teacher will be there to give constructive input. Groups will be randomly selected by the teachers according to understanding. The students that are at a higher level will be able to help out the struggling students possibly in a way the teacher could not. Students will discuss their graphic organizers they will create during the lesson. The iMovie groups will be selected at random according to birthdays.

__**Differentiated Instruction**__

 * Strategies:**
 * Verbal-Linguistic-** Students will engage in discussion of the project as well as during the lesson.
 * Logical/Mathematical-** Students will need to think about the process involved in solving the problem as well as filling out the graphic organizer.
 * Visual/Spatial-** Students will be able to see the step by step process involved in solving algebraic equations through the usage of the graphic organizer as well as visually creating a movie for a final product.
 * Bodily/Kinesthetic-** Students will be allowed to do any physical activity in their project as long as it relates to the topic.
 * Naturalist-** Students will be urged, but not required, to film their video in nature.
 * Musical/Rhythmic-** Students will be given the opportunity to incorporate their favorite music into their final product.

//I// //will revi////ew student’s IEP, 504 or ELLIDEP and make appropriate modifications and accommodations//.
 * Modifications/Accommodations**

If a student misses a class they will be responsible for gathering the information they missed ether by coming into the classroom to get the material or getting it from a student who was in class the day of the absence. Because the final product will be an iMovie it is very important to stay up to date with the material being provided. The student can make up the work whatever way he or she would like, but they are responsible for getting the homework or project done and handed in on time. If their absences get in the way of handing in an assignment the student will be responsible for emailing the teacher with a plan for completing the assignment. The teacher will OK the plan and it is then the students responsibility for doing what they said they would.
 * Absent Students**

Students will be able to get as creative as they want to in the iMovie. Students can do extra problems for extra points on the final product. Students will be able to, but not required to, add in music and other things to go beyond the standards in an exploration of the technology.
 * Extensions**

__**Materials, Resources and Technology**__
__Materials:__ Step by Step Graphic Organizer handout (Each Student) Paper Markers pencils w/ erasers iMovie handout textbooks think, pair, share handout Algebraic rules handout

__Resources:__ [|iMovie tutorial]

__Technology:__ Overhead projector/Smart Board Laptops (each student) Calculator

__Source for Lesson Plan and Research__
__Informational links for this lesson:__ [|Graphic Organizer] This is the graphic organizer that will be used to give the students a way to visual organize the ideas presented in this lesson. [|iMovie Tutorial Video] This iMovie tutorial will give the students the skills they need in order to create the level of movie expected of them for this lesson. [|iMovie 08 Tutorial] This tutorial will be shown in case any students have the newer version of iMovie. [|Quadratic Equations] This is a great website that lays out rules and ways to solve quadratic equations. I feel it would be very beneficial for the students to present them with this link as a tool to better their learning. [|Linear Equations] This comes from the same website, wolframmathworld, as the other math links. I feel the way they lay out the steps for linear equations will benefit my students. [|Absolute Value Equations] This page lays out how to evaluate absolute value equations very well. It provides a visual diagram that will be helpful to students who may not learn it the first time in class. [|Solving Equations] This site give a large list of rules and procedures for solving every type of algebraic equation you could think of. [|Systems of Equations] This site gives great information for solving systems of equations. Students will be able to use this website as a tool to further their learning. [|Think, Pair, Share Exercise] This link describes the think, pair, share exercise the students will be taking part in during the lesson.

__Lessons:__ [|Systems of Equations Lesson] This is a lesson on solving more complex 3x3 families of equations. Ideas were drawn from this lesson plan and went into the creation of this lesson.

__**Maine Standards for Initial Teacher Certification and Rationale**__
Rationale:** This lesson demonstrates this Maine standard because it provides students with a variety of ways to learn. The graphic organizer will allow students to keep their thoughts organized in a manor that best fits their learning style. The requirements for the final product are clear and the "clipboard" student will be able benefit from this. Students will also be able to work together in groups where each student will be expected to welcome any ideas a student might have, helping the more shy students or "puppy's" get in on the conversation and the learning. Students will also be able to get up and move around the room to form their groups and bounce ideas off each other which will benefit the "beach ball" students who learn best in that setting. The "microscopes" in the class will enjoy the unlimited creativity that can be displayed through the iMovie application.
 * //Standard 3 - Demonstrates a knowledge of the diverse ways in which students learn and develop by providing learning opportunities that support their intellectual, physical, emotional, social, and cultural development.//

Rationale:** This lesson will allow for students of all learning types to show their intelligences. The use of the iMovie application will allow students to express their creativity and knowledge of the material in the way the best fits them. The students will be able to see a different interpretation of the same material through the use of the iMovie. The student assessment will allow for students to express how they feel the learn best and through the group activity I will be able to make my own assessment of how the students learn best. The combination of these two will allow for the student to get the most possible out of the unit because understanding the learning style that fits best is key to developing understanding of the material by the student. As a teacher I can then take this information and apply it to my own teaching techniques. Also, when working in the group setting students will be bale to gain a better knowledge of how well they work and interact with others. This can give a student a better understanding of themselves, allowing them to open their mind and gain a better understanding of the Algebra.
 * //Standard 4 - Plans instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, curriculum goals, and learning and development theory.//

Rationale:** This lesson will involve multiple learning styles allowing for all students to have the chance to learn the way that fits them best.
 * //Standard 5 - Understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies and appropriate technology to meet students’ needs.//


 * Verbal-Linguistic-** Students will engage in discussion of the project as well as during the lesson.
 * Logical/Mathematical-** Students will need to think about the process involved in solving the problem as well as filling out the graphic organizer.
 * Visual/Spatial-** Students will be able to see the step by step process involved in solving algebraic equations through the usage of the graphic organizer as well as visually creating a movie for a final product.
 * Bodily/Kinesthetic-** Students will be allowed to do any physical activity in their project as long as it relates to the topic.
 * Naturalist-** Students will be urged, but not required, to film their video in nature.
 * Musical/Rhythmic-** Students will be given the opportunity to incorporate their favorite music into their final product.


 * Technology:** Students will be able to use iMovie in what ever way fits their learning style best to create a product that shows their mastery of the Algebraic techniques. Through the use of this type II technology students will gain a better understanding of how they learn.

Rationale:** This lesson demonstrates my ability as a teacher to provide students with a variety of formative and summative assessments. Through the use of blogs and class discussion the students will be able to show their understanding of the core ideas being taught. By creating an iMovie for grading students will show their ability to meet a standard set by the rubric provided in this lesson. Students will be formally evaluated on the content of their iMovie, thus covering the formal assessment section of this standard.
 * //Standard 8 - Understands and uses a variety of formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and support the development of the learner.//

Students will be able to make blog posts reflecting on and evaluating the presentations. The blog posts will give constructive feedback regarding each students iMovie presentation showing the students understanding of the material. The students will also need to reflect on what they have learned and what grade they would give themselves on their own iMovie project. Finally they will be required to tell what they wanted to learn more about.
 * Formative (Assessment for Learning)**

Students will be asked to complete an iMovie regarding ways to interpret different algebraic equations. Students will be asked to complete different types of equations and turn them into a creative and interesting iMovie presentation. It will be assessed using a rubric involving both movie making skills as well as mathematical content. Students will be given a chance to show what they know regarding the topic. //finish rationale//
 * Summative (Assessment of Learning)**

__Teaching and Learning Sequence__
Students will arrive for class and take a seat in the desk of their own choice. The desks will be arranged in a horse shoe formation so they can see each other for discussion and they all can still see me at the front of the class and the whiteboard/smart board at the front of the class. Once all students are present, class will start.

__Class one:__ The students will be shown a student sample iMovie presentation (5 minutes) Students will be given time to discuss the student sample with each other as well as the teacher (5 minutes) The different types of [|algebraic equations] will be introduced (10 minutes) The basic rules for solving [|absolute value], [|quadratic], [|linear], and [|systems of equations] will be introduced (40 minutes) Students will be given time to reflect upon their graphic organizers through the [|think, pair, share] activity (10 minutes) Students will be assigned homework for next class (10 minutes)

__Class two:__ Students will be given time at the beginning of class to review homework in small groups (10 minutes) Students will view an [|iMovie Tutorial] (10 minutes) Students will be given time to work on iMovie projects (60 minutes)

__Class three:__ Students will present their iMovie projects (75 minutes) If there is time a the end of class students will be able to post their blog reflections about each presentation, if not it will be due for homework (5 minutes)

Students will understand that there is more than one way to solve a problem**.** Students may want to build an addition onto their house or find a way to save money on their house payments through the use of these skills. //Students solve families of equations and inequalities//. Students will be shown a sample of the finished product for the lesson, an iMovie. The student sample will be interesting and show the students what a well done project looks like as well as engage them**.** During the second class students will be shown a video tutorial about the iMovie that will both capture their attention and give them some information they will need in order to complete the assignment.
 * Where, Why, What, Hook Tailor:** **Verbal-Linguistic,** **Visual/Spatial,** **Bodily/Kinesthetic,** **Musical/Rhythmic**

Students will know the definitions of and be able to solve equations involving absolute value, linear and quadratic equations, and families of equations. [|A step by step chart] will be used to organize and determine the content for the lesson and iMovie. This visual aid will also help students organize the ideas regarding absolute value, linear and quadratic equations, and families of equations given during the lecture/discussion period. Students will also share their step by step charts with the class and teacher. By doing this they will be able to receive feedback from each other as well as from the teacher. This will check for understanding and make sure all students are learning.
 * Equip, Explore, Rethink Tailors: Interpersonal, Verbal-Linguistic, Visual, Intrapersonal, Logical** (see content notes)

Students will be able to interpret an equations in more than one way. Think, pair, share will be used to discuss ideas and the experts can help the students who are struggling. Students will be able to bounce ideas off each other as well as the teacher during this group activity. Students will be able to attempt homework problems in class giving them a chance to get immediate feedback from the teacher on what they may or may not be doing wrong. The students will be able to practice their techniques during the end of class so when they go home they will be able to attempt problems themselves. During the second class, students will get the chance to go over more homework problems and ask any questions they may have had regarding the material. Students will also be able to work in groups selected by the teacher based on their birthday. Students will the closest birthdays will be partnered together to work on the iMovie. During this period students will be given time to reflect on what they learned by creating some type of idea for their project. Students will change their answers when necessary. The students will get feedback on their storyboards and be able to make adjustments during the second class period as well. Before the end of class, students will need to have their storyboards looked over by the teacher to ensure they are doing everything correctly.
 * Explore, Experience, Rethink, Revise, Refine Tailors: Verbal, Spatial, Logical, Interpersonal, Intrapersonal**

Students will be given the chance to self-assess during the group work period. Each student will be able to assess what level of mastery they feel they have achieved. Through group discussion students will gain a better knowledge of where they are in relation to the rest of the class, and so will the teacher. During the review of homework students will also be able to self-assess what level they are at. They will also get immediate feedback from the teacher during the review of homework. Students will be required to make blog posts reflecting on and evaluating the presentations, too. Students will need to provide constructive feedback to each group as well as reflect upon how they felt they did on their presentation. This will allow students to share how the feel about the lesson and give any reasons for why the feel the lesson was ether good or bad. This will give the teacher a better understanding of how to teach the students in lessons to come.
 * Evaluate, Tailors: Verbal-Linguistic, Intrapersonal, Visual, Interpersonal**

[|Quadratic Equations] [|Linear Equations] [|Absolute Value Equations] [|Solving Equations] [|Systems of Equations]
 * Content Notes**

[|iMovie tutorials] [|graphic organizers] [|algebra handouts]
 * Handouts**