Assignment 1-2 Week Lesson Pl Algebra Class

* Observe and record certain elements of the pupil’s academic work therefore taking some pressure off the teacher having to complete all observations themselves.

Algebra is a critical aspect of mathematics which provides the means to calculate unknown values. According to Bednarz, Kieran and Lee (as cited in Chick & Harris, 2007), there are three basic concepts of simple algebra: the generalisation of patterns, the understanding of numerical laws and functional situations. The understanding of these concepts by children will have an enormous bearing on their future mathematical capacity. However, conveying these algebraic concepts to children can be difficult due to the abstract symbolic nature of the math that will initially be foreign to the children. Furthermore, each child’s ability to recall learned numerical laws is vital to their proficiency in problem solving and mathematical confidence. It is obvious that teaching algebra is not a simple task. Therefore, the importance of quality early exposure to fundamental algebraic concepts is of significant importance to allow all

While observing students. Use a check list to formally assess students progress and understanding of the objective.

The first lesson I saw take place was the end of a math lesson. The students were independently working on a set of math problems. These problems were mainly

For example, assessment provides clear measurement and recording of achievement during a course that provides identification of individual

I went home and I asked my children to play one of the games and they liked it. The game had the students engaged because I was engaged when I was playing and so were my kids. The interesting part is that the game is that it could be challenging but that will power of passing to the next level make you keep going. The game is also fun to play and you learn at the same time. Math being a concept that many children hate because of misconception this game can make them change their mind about math concepts. It also can be great for children to interact with one another as they help each other out when they get stuck in a particular section. This activity was so fun and interesting, that I am sure that many children will like it as

I will walk around the classroom taking notes about each students’ progress, while they work independently and during guided practice. On students desk there will also be colored cards to explain where each student believes they are. A green card will explain that the student understands it, a yellow card means they understand some of it, and red means they do not understand how to complete the work. Data will be kept on a chart with every students’ name. This assessment will show me where additional accommodations may need to be made; therefore, meeting the needs of students with exceptionalities. If I notice a student not being able to understand how to solve the problems, accommodations can be set to help students understand what they are working

When students finish the whole set of the fraction cards, the teacher will provide them with an answer sheet and they will flip box by box and self-check their work.

Make judgments on successful completion or otherwise then giving constructive feedback in order to help further the learner or help for successful completion at a later date. A record should be made in order to track each learners progress.

In small group work, students were assessed formatively by giving a sign about how confident they were about the work they completed during the lesson. In addition, the math work completed on the worksheets was reviewed/checked to provide inform future instruction with this group.

The teacher will place 3 problems on the overhead projector that are similar to the ones solved before. The students will work in groups of 4 to solve the problems together. They will use pencils, paper, and counters for the task. As the students work, the teacher will circulate around the classroom to help out if a group is completely “stuck” and to observe what the students are doing well and where they are struggling. Once each group has a solution, the class will discuss what each group came up with and how the answer was found.

I was expecting for the student to have a few difficulties solving the harder fraction problems. Angel, however, was having a very difficult time answering addition problems. He continuously solved addition and subtraction problems different ways. There were moments he added numbers starting from the left and other times he started at the right. In the end, Angel almost never got a question correct and when he did, his explanation showed that he did not understand the problem correctly.

For the Kidwatching Project Part 1, I found myself interviewing a few students on the concept of multiplication and division. According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, multiplication is defined as the process of adding a number to itself a certain number of times: the act or process of multiplying numbers. Merriam-Webster Dictionary also defines Division to be the act or process of dividing something into parts: the way that something is divided (Merriam-Webster, 2015). Multiplication and Division is a subject that many different students in early ages can grasp or struggle with because the concept of using different ways to approach these particular problems. Many kindergarten children can solve simple multiplication and division problems

I need to monitor and assess the progress of each student by maintaining accurate record using a variety of assessment tools, gaining feedback, formative informative,formal and informal whilst also maintaining my organisations requirements.

Accurate, factual, up to date Record keeping is a very important part of a teacher’s role. They need to keep effective assessment records for every student. It allows both teacher and the student to reassess the teaching-learning relationship. This identity’s which students need more help, guidance and support and helps them understand what they need to do next to improve their work. This enables the teacher to base their lesson plans on a detailed knowledge of each pupil. Records tell us what has been taught and when. It helps underpin the courses structure by telling us the complete history and progress of both student