TEAM Math Lesson Plan

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1 TEAM Math Lesson Plan by Haley Kroese Reviewer: MARY BAKER Reviewed on: 12/04/06 09:06 AM Descriptive Data Topic of Lesson Single digit and simple double digit addition. Grade Level First Grade Concepts Objectives The students will be able to add single and double digit numbers in order to complete a game or puzzle on the internet. Assessment Formative, Summative, and/or Authentic The assessment I used for this lesson was observation of performance on the computer, and also the scratch sheet of paper they were writing down problems on to figure out the answers. Lesson Background Information Lesson Background Summary Glad you included the background info on computer knowledge. The students know how to add single digit numbers and also some double digit numbers that don't involve regrouping. Students have been on the computer before and know the basics of how to point and click with the mouse on the computer. Standards Thorough! Standards 1 of 5 1/7/08 2:04 PM

2 ND-K12.MA ND-K12.MA ND-K12.MA.4.1.EX.6 > Understand how arithmetic operations are related to one another in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. > Know and use basic facts and computational algorithms for whole numbers, fractions and decimals. > Know when to use paper-pencil, mental math, calculator or manipulatives Preparation Organizational & Management Steps When preparing for this lesson, I had the class separated into 3 groups of 7 kids. I would take each group down to the computer lab separately for 20 minutes a piece. Before doing this though, I needed to be sure that I had at least 7 computers up and running with the website I was using already up on the screen. I also wanted to be sure that I had my groups already made up, so I could separate the students based on who I thought would work best together. I also had to have scratch paper and pencils sitting by each computer for the students, if they needed to use them. Materials Materials & Resources The materials I needed were computers with the Java program and internet access, and also paper and pencil. Procedures You did not teach them anything other than how to use the computer game. Anticipatory Set Before allowing the students to start playing a game on the computer, I had the group gather around me so I could show them how to play each game on the computer first so there was not so much confusion and lack of understanding. Input At this time, I instructed all the students to choose a computer game of their choice and gave them the option of working in pairs. The two games I had picked out were a Connect 4 math game and a Hidden Picture math game. The object of the Connect 4 math game is solve addition problems in order to be able to drop a checker into the slot and see who gets 4 in a row first. This game is to be played in pairs, and there is a red and a blue team. If the answer to the problem given is wrong, they do not get to drop a checker down, and the next player goes. In Hidden Picture game, there are 16 or so squares each with an addition problem in them, there is also a box with a number in it. The object is 2 of 5 1/7/08 2:04 PM

3 to decide which box has the right equation in it that would equal the number given in the box. When they got the right answer, it would uncover the square, and when all the squares were solved, it would show a hidden picture. This game can be played by yourself or in pairs as well. Check for Understanding To check for understanding, I would walk around to each of the groups and have them tell me how they were figuring out the problems and to find out what strategies they were using. Guided Practice As students were trying to find the right equation to the solution in the hidden picture game, they would sometimes just give 2 numbers that they knew would make the answer given even though that combination of numbers might not be one of the choices, I would then try to redirect them and just say, "what other 2 numbers might give you that same answer?" and then they would realize that they might have to reevaluate their original thinking. Closure At the end of this lesson, we talked about the games and how they could help reinforce the addition they are learning. I asked them what else they could do to help reinforce addition and we discussed the games and which ones the kids liked the best. Accommodations Paraprofessional & Diverse Learners Need two accommodations. For an accommodation to this lesson, I found alternative math games that would be easier for students who were struggling. There was one boy in the class who has ADD and normally has a paraprofessional with him throughout the day. He understands very basic addition, but some of the problems on the games we played were too hard for him. I found another game which was called Ant Parade that was a memory math game that was more at his level to play. He enjoyed this game very much and felt very successful at it, because he completed it on his own. Extensions Enrichment Once again, need two. One way I think I would try to add some enrichment to this activity would to have the students try to estimate some of their answers in the Hidden Picture game or to possibly try different levels in the Connect 4 game. I had them at the easy level, but if they were able to, I would encourage some to try the next level. 3 of 5 1/7/08 2:04 PM

4 Technology Hardware (Computer, Calculator, Probeware, GPS, etc.) This is the lesson I chose to use technology with. The technology we used was the computer. The computers had to have Java software and the internet. Software Java Internet Resources & Tools Computer Games HIDDEN PICTURE GAME: ARITHMETIC FOUR GAME: ANT PARADE GAME: Reflection Thoughts regarding the Lesson In this lesson, I had 7 students at a time each play a game on the computer. Some chose to be in pairs while others chose to work by themselves. The students solved addition problems as well as found the right equation for a given number to play the games. These 2 games went well, however some of the students had a harder time with some of the addition problems than others. These students then typically chose to work together in pairs to solve the problems. I think that taking the students down in small groups rather than as a whole class worked well because the students still needed help and had questions and therefore it was easier to get to everyone. What I learned from this experience is that using the computer is very exciting for the students and this was a good enrichment lesson. I also learned that it is kind of overwhelming trying to help all the students in the class. One thing that surprised me though was how well the students were able to use the computers at such a young age. I think that my students learned that math can be fun and that it is challenging as well. I think they learned that figuring out the equation to an answer is in many ways like figuring out the answer to the equation. If I taught this lesson again, I think I might try to be sure I explained how to start a new game if they finished the game they were doing. When the students finished, I had to go around and set up the new game for each one again. As some follow up lessons, I might have the students do a worksheet or try out some other addition games. Suggestions for Revision 4 of 5 1/7/08 2:04 PM

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