Daily Lesson Plan
Department: Math
Lesson Plan #4
Class: 7A Unit Title: Solve Problems Using Equations and Inequalities
Subject: Math Lesson Title: Solve One and Two-Step Equations,
Date: Estimated Time: 40 mins per lesson
Students engage in: Individual work
Pair work
Independent activities
Presentation
Cooperative learning & peer correction
Interactive online tools (Desmos)
Teaching resources/ PowerPoint slide show
Teacher will use: Worksheets
Videos
Standards: [Link].B.4 Use variables to represent quantities in a real-world or mathematical problem, and
construct two-step equations and inequalities to solve problems by reasoning about the quantities.
[Link].B.3 Solve multi-step real-life and mathematical problems posed with positive and negative
rational numbers in any form (whole numbers, fractions, and decimals), using tools strategically.
Apply properties of operations to calculate with numbers in any form; convert between forms as
appropriate; and assess the reasonableness of answers using mental computation and estimation
strategies.
[Link].B.4a Solve word problems leading to equations of the form px + q = r and p(x + q) = r,
where p, q, and r are specific rational numbers. Solve equations of these forms fluently. Compare
an algebraic solution to an arithmetic solution, identifying the sequence of the operations used in
each approach.
Objectives & Key Concepts: Analyze word problems to write two-step equations.
Interpret the quantities in an equation.
Solve a problem using a two-step equation.
Compare algebraic and arithmetic solutions.
Key Words/ Vocabulary to Algebraic expression
be learned: Coefficient
Variable
Constant
Isolate the variable
Real Life Application: Measuring Ingredients for Recipes
Developing 21s Century Learning by
Learning Skills: inquiry:
Critical
thinking:
Period 1-2 Review Briefly revisit one-step equations and
inverse operation
5-10 Minutes
Essential questions What steps are necessary to solve a two-
step equation?
How do inverse operations help in
isolating the variable?
Time 90 min
Teacher’s & Learner’s • Introduction (15 minutes):
Actions Present a real-life scenario (e.g., calculating
total cost with a fixed fee and a per-item charge)
to illustrate the concept of two-step equations.
Discuss how such situations can be represented
mathematically.
• Direct Instruction (15 minutes):
Use the interactive whiteboard to demonstrate
solving two-step equations step-by-step.
Highlight the importance of performing inverse
operations in the correct order.
• Guided Practice (25 minutes):
Students use algebra tiles or virtual
manipulatives to model and solve given two-step
equations in pairs.
Encourage discussion and reasoning between
partners.
• Reflection and Discussion (15 minutes):
Facilitate a class discussion on the strategies
used and challenges faced during the activity.
Address any misconceptions and reinforce key
concepts.
Assessment (Evaluating
student’s understanding
of lesson concepts):
Graded class work
Participation
Group work
Differentiated Differentiated On-level knowledge Advanced knowledge
Instruction/ knowledge
Reaching All
Learners: Differentiated Instruction:
Struggling: Provide step-by-step worksheets and one-on-one support.
On Level: Assign standard practice problems.
Advanced: Challenge with equations involving fractions or decimals
Homework
Assignments:
Period 3-4 Review Revisit rules for operations with
negative numbers.
5-10 Minutes
Essential questions How do operations with negative
numbers influence the steps in solving
equations?
What strategies can be used to avoid
common mistakes with signs?
Time 90 min
Teacher’s & Learner’s Warm-Up (5 minutes):
Actions
Review key terms and concepts from
previous class.
Group Activity (20 minutes):
Divide students into small groups and
provide each group with a word problem.
Groups discuss and identify the
operations involved, then write the
corresponding two-step equation on chart
paper.
Each group presents their problem and
equation to the class.
Class Discussion (10 minutes):
Analyze different approaches used by
groups.
Emphasize the importance of
understanding the context and identifying
relevant information.
Independent Practice (10 minutes):
Students individually solve a set of word
problems by writing and solving the
corresponding two-step equations.
Exit Ticket (5 minutes):
Pose a reflective question: "How does
understanding the context of a problem
help in forming an equation?"
Assessment
(Evaluating student’s
understanding of
lesson concepts): Graded class work
Differentiated Differentiated On-level knowledge Advanced knowledge
Instruction/ knowledge
Reaching All
Learners: Differentiated Instruction:
Struggling: Use number lines and visual aids to illustrate operations with negatives.
On Level: Provide mixed problem sets for practice.
Advanced: Introduce equations with variables on both sides
Homework Assigned questions from envision mathematics book
Assignments:
Period 5 Review Discuss common phrases that
correspond to mathematical
5-10 Minutes operations.
Essential questions How can identifying keywords assist
in this process?
50 mins
Teacher’s & Learner’s Quiz
Actions
Review (10 minutes):
Recap solving two-step equations with
whole numbers.
Discuss the extension to rational numbers
and address any potential challenges.
Interactive Demonstration (10 minutes):
Solve example equations involving
fractions and decimals on the interactive
whiteboard.
Highlight common pitfalls and strategies
to avoid them.
Collaborative Practice (20 minutes):
In pairs, students draw equation cards and
solve them together, explaining each step
to their partner.
Encourage the use of multiple methods
(e.g., converting fractions to decimals) to
find solutions.
Class Reflection (5 minutes):
Discuss the different methods used and
their effectiveness.
Reinforce the importance of precision
when working with rational numbers.
Assessment (Evaluating
student’s understanding
of lesson concepts): Participation
Graded class work
Quiz
Differentiated Differentiated On-level knowledge Advanced knowledge
Instruction/ knowledge
Reaching All
Learners: Struggling: Provide templates highlighting where to place numbers and operations.
On Level: Offer standard word problems for practice.
Advanced: Challenge with multi-step problems requiring more complex equations.
Homework Students are assigned different questions from the envision mathematics student book with
Assignments: increasing difficulty.
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