Memorial High School
Lesson Plan
Week of:_9/30 – 10/4_________________
Teacher: C. Rios
Subject: Algebra 1
Grade Level(s): 8th Grade
Readiness TEKS:
A.1A describe independent and
dependent quantities in functional
relationships
A.1D represent relationships among
quantities using [concrete] models,
tables, graphs, diagrams, verbal
descriptions, equations, and
inequalities
A.1E interpret decisions, predictions,
and critical judgments from
functional relationships.
A.2B identify mathematical domains
and ranges determine reasonable
domain and range values for given
situations, both continuous and
discrete
A.2D collect and organize data, make
and interpret scatterplots (including
recognizing positive, negative, or no
correlation for data approximating
linear situations), and model,
predict, and make decisions and
critical judgments in problem
situations.
Supporting TEKS:
A.1A describe independent and
dependent quantities in functional
relationships
A.1C describe functional
relationships for given problem
situations and write equations or
inequalities to answer questions
arising from the situations
A.3A use symbols to represent
unknowns and variables
A.4B use the commutative,
associative and distributive
properties to simplify algebraic
expressions
ELPS:
Key Vocabulary of Instruction:
Thinking Maps:
Circle Map
Bubble Map
Double-Bubble Map
Tree Map
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Independent Variable
Dependent Variable
Domain
Range
Relation
Function
Ordered pairs, mapping, tabular,
graphical, analytical (equation)
Function Notation
Scatterplot
Correlation
Trend line
Variable
Expression
Combine like terms
Commutative Property
Associative Property
Distributive Property
C1.E internalize new basic and
academic language by using and
reusing it in meaningful ways in
speaking and writing activities that
build concept and language
attainment
C2.D monitor understanding of
spoken language during classroom
instruction and interactions and seek
clarification as needed
C3.D speak using a variety of gradelevel content area vocabulary in
context to internalize new English
words and build academic language
proficiency
C4.F use visual and contextual
support and support from peers and
teachers to read grade-appropriate
content area text, enhance and
confirm understanding, and develop
vocabulary, grasp of language
structures and background
knowledge needed to comprehend
increasingly challenging language
Flow Map
Multi-Flow Map
Brace Map
Bridge Map
MONDAY
Frame the lesson:
We will discuss the expectation of Fuse Chapter 1 – Equations
using the I-pads.
I will be able to show students how to find the information
that we are looking for on Fuse Chapter 1-Equations.
Lesson/Activity(ies):
Students will work following along with teacher until they are
on their own with Are You Ready Assignment.
Questions for Purposeful Talk:
What is the purpose of Are you Ready?
Warm-Up/Bell Ringer & Readiness Standard:
Warm-up: STAAR Warm-up (students will practice
highlighting/circle/ underline key information as well
as process of elimination).
Differentiation Strategy:
Students will work in independently on Fuse (I-pads)
as well as working out the problems on a separate
sheet of paper.
Critical Writing:
Students will work out problems so check for
understanding.
TUESDAY
Frame the lesson:
We will do a foldable on commutative, associative and
distributive property and practice combining like terms.
Warm-Up/Bell Ringer & Readiness Standard:
Warm-up: STAAR Warm-up (students will practice
highlighting/circle/ underline key information as well
as process of elimination).
I will learn to combine like terms, apply commutative and
associative property and use the distributive property.
Lesson/Activity(ies):
Students will do a foldable on commutative, associative and
distributive property. (translate words into algebraic
expression – add, subtract, multiply, divide.)
Differentiation Strategy:
Students will work in groups on activity.
Questions for Purposeful Talk:
What is commutative property?
What is associative property?
What is the distributive property?
Critical Writing:
Students will taking notes on combining like terms.
WEDNESDAY
Frame the lesson:
We will discuss distributive property extensively.
I will be able to apply the commutative, associative and
distributive property on simplifying expressions.
Lesson/Activity(ies):
Students will work on a foldable different type of variable
examples. (graphic organizer – thinking map)
Questions for Purposeful Talk:
How important is associative, commutative and distributive
properties on STAAR?
Warm-Up/Bell Ringer & Readiness Standard:
Warm-up: STAAR Warm-up (students will practice
highlighting/circle/ underline key information as well
as process of elimination).
Differentiation Strategy:
Students will work in pairs on the assignment.
Critical Writing:
Exit Slip: Students will define the commutative,
associative and distributive property.
THURSDAY
Frame the lesson:
We will solve one step equations by using addition and
subtraction.
I will solve one-step equations using addition and subtraction.
Lesson/Activity(ies):
Students will try an example one step equations modeled
after the teacher. Teacher does one, student tries one.
(I do you do)
Questions for Purposeful Talk:
How can you check your solution when you solve your
equation?
Warm-Up/Bell Ringer & Readiness Standard:
Warm-up: STAAR Warm-up (students will practice
highlighting key information). Focus: Distributive
property.
Differentiation Strategy:
Students will solve one-step equations using algebra
tiles or algebraically or modeling.
Critical Writing:
Exit Slip: Students will create and solve a one-step
equation.
FRIDAY
Frame the lesson:
We will solve one step equations by using division and
multiplication.
Warm-Up/Bell Ringer & Readiness Standard:
Warm-up: STAAR Warm-up (students will practice
highlighting/circle/ underline key information as well
as process of elimination).
I will solve one-step equations using addition and subtraction.
Lesson/Activity(ies):
Students will try an example one step equations modeled
after the teacher. Teacher does one, student tries one.
Differentiation Strategy:
Students will solve one-step equations using algebra
tiles or algebraically or modeling.
Questions for Purposeful Talk:
How can you check your solution when you solve your
equation?
Critical Writing:
Exit Slip: Students will create and solve a one-step
equation.