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Writing and Solving Linear Equations Lesson PlanWriting and Solving Linear Equations Lesson Plan
Publisher
EngageNY
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Grade
8th
Subjects
Math
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Audience
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Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategies
Direct Instruction
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Year
2015
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Language
English, Arabic
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Writing and Solving Linear Equations

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Incorporate geometry into the solving linear equations lesson. Pupils use their knowledge of geometry to write linear equations which reinforces geometry measurement concepts while at the same time providing a familiar context for writing and solving equations. 

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

angle measurement, angles, triangle sum theorem, writing equations, linear equations writing, linear equations, linear equations applications, algebraic equations, solving equations, solving for 1 variable, single variable equations, one variable equations

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Have classmates create a problem and share with others to solve

Classroom Considerations

  • Pupils should be familiar with the Triangle Sum Theorem and angle relationships
  • Fifth installment of a 33-part series
  • Individuals need to know the effects of transformations on angles

Pros

  • Comes with lesson and worksheets in editable versions
  • Some answer keys include multiple solution paths
  • Scaffolding encourages students to use diagrams to represent the problem

Cons

  • None

Common Core

8.EE.C.7.a 8.EE.C.7.b MP1

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