Unit 2: Expressions
Duration of Days: 5
Students will master the fundamental rules of algebraic manipulation and computation, specifically:
Computational Hierarchy: The precise order of operations for multi-step problems.
Algebraic Properties: The mathematical properties (Commutative, Associative, Distributive) used to simplify and evaluate expressions.
Substitution Logic: How to evaluate expressions by substituting given values for variables.
Tool Proficiency: Advanced calculator skills for checking complex computations and handling scientific notation.
Students will participate in targeted practice and skill-building activities:
Computational Drills: Engage in Warm Ups/Do Now's focusing on evaluating expressions with varying complexity.
Calculator Workshops: Complete exercises designed to focus on calculator skills.
Structure Analysis: Use "Which one doesn't belong?" routines to compare different order of operations pathways.
Students will show mastery through procedural and digital performance tasks:
Fluency Checks: Performance on review sessions covering order of operations and properties.
Application Results: Accuracy in evaluating expressions during the Baseball Interim Performance Task.
Skill Assessment: Progress monitoring through observations, check ins, and assessments.
| Lesson # | Lesson Title | Duration of Days |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evaluating Variables | 1 |
| 2 | Order of Operations | 1 |
| 3 | Number Properties and Mental Math Mental Math | 1 |
| 4 | Distributive Property and Rational Numbers | 1 |
| 5 | Review and Assessment | 1 |