Pre-Algebra
EMS 8th Grade Math Department / Pythagorean Theorem / October 26-Nov 5
Math Florida Standard(s)
Benchmarks, Descriptions
and DOK levels / MAFS.8.G.2.6 (DOK 3): Explain a proof of the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse.
 Define key vocabulary: square root, Pythagorean Theorem, right triangle, legs a & b, hypotenuse, sides, right angle, converse, base, height, proof.
 Identify the legs and hypotenuse of a right triangle.
 Explain a proof of the Pythagorean Theorem.
MAFS.8.G.2.7 (DOK 2): Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to determine unknown side lengths in right triangles in real-world and mathematical problems in two and three dimensions.
 Recall the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse.
 Apply Pythagorean Theorem in solving real-world problems dealing with two and three dimensional shapes.
 Solve basic mathematical Pythagorean Theorem problems and its converse to find missing lengths of sides of triangles in two and three dimensions.
MAFS.8.G.2.8 (DOK 2): Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to find the distance between two points in a coordinate system.
 Recall the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse.
 Determine how to create a right triangle from two points on a coordinate graph.
 Use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve for the distance between the two points.
Learning Goal / Students will understand and be able to apply the Pythagorean Theorem to solve real-world and mathematical problems in 2 and 3 dimensions
Essential Question(s) / How can the Pythagorean Theorem be applied to the coordinate plane?
Assessments / Pre-Assessments / Class Discussion on Pythagorean Theorem
Formative Assessments / Guided Practice ,Learning Logs
Summative Assessments / Independent Practice, Quizzes, Word Problem Project. End of Chapter Tests
Progress Monitoring/ Feedback Loop / Must show mastery or cannot move on to the next step.
Re test scores under 70
Higher Order Question(s) / How can the Pythagorean Theorem be used in real world situations?
Why does the Pythagorean Theorem work?
How can you create a right triangle from two points on a coordinate graph?
What conclusions can we draw from this?
How can we verify if a triangle is a right triangle?
Key Vocabulary / Pythagorean Theorem, Hypotenuse, Leg, Square Root , Right Angle, Proof, Converse, Pythagorean Triplets
Monday, Nov 2 / Pythagorean Theorem / MAFS.8.G.2.6 (DOK 3
Pre-Algebra Daily Agenda
Daily Objective /
  • Students will learn to find the lengths of right triangles using the Pythagorean theorem in 2D and 3D

BELL RINGER
( 5 minutes) /
  • Unpack the standard – Circle the verbs, highlight the nouns and write a summary 1-3 sentences. MAFS G2.6

I DO: /
  • Assess & Monitor

WE DO: /
  • Discuss the Pythagorean theorem
  • Those not on pace – Rewatch Khan video and stay after to work with Eichelberger OR Work with Mr. Johnson
  • Those on pace choose a path.
  • A) Independent Practice on Khan Academy ( MUST Show Mastery )
  • B) Independent Practice with Worksheet. (Must show 80 % mastery

YOU DO: /
  • Self Monitor and self pace.

Homework /
  • Complete anything I have not completed.

EXIT TICKET:
(5 minutes) /
  • How do I rank in the Pythagorean theorem learning scale? How can I get to the next level?

Tuesday, Nov3 / Pythagorean Theorem / MAFS.8.G.2.7 (DOK 2
Pre-Algebra Daily Agenda
Daily Objective /
  • Students will learn to find the lengths of right triangles using the Pythagorean theorem in 2D and 3D

BELL RINGER
( 5 minutes) /
  • Unpack the standard – Circle the verbs, highlight the nouns and write a summary 1-3 sentences. MAFS8G2.7

I DO: /
  • Assess & Monitor

WE DO: /
  • Discuss the Pythagorean theorem
  • Those not on pace – Rewatch Khan video and stay after to work with Eichelberger OR Work with Mr. Johnson
  • Those on pace choose a path.
  • A) Independent Practice on Khan Academy ( MUST Show Mastery )
  • B) Independent Practice with Worksheet. (Must show 80 % mastery

YOU DO: /
  • Self Monitor and self pace.

Homework /
  • Complete anything I have not completed.

EXIT TICKET:
(5 minutes) /
  • How do I rank in the Pythagorean theorem learning scale? How can I get to the next level?

Wednesday, Nov 4 / Pythagorean Theorem / MAFS.8.G.2.8 (DOK 2
Pre-Algebra Daily Agenda
Daily Objective /
  • Students will learn to find the lengths of right triangles using the Pythagorean theorem in 2D and 3D

BELL RINGER
( 5 minutes) /
  • Unpack the standard – Circle the verbs, highlight the nouns and write a summary 1-3 sentences. MAFS8G2.7

I DO: /
  • Assess & Monitor

WE DO: /
  • Discuss the Pythagorean theorem
  • Those not on pace – Rewatch Khan video and stay after to work with Eichelberger OR Work with Mr. Johnson
  • Those on pace choose a path.
  • A) Independent Practice on Khan Academy ( MUST Show Mastery )
  • B) Independent Practice with Worksheet. (Must show 80 % mastery

YOU DO: /
  • Self Monitor and self pace.

Homework /
  • Complete anything I have not completed.

EXIT TICKET:
(5 minutes) /
  • How do I rank in the Pythagorean theorem learning scale? How can I get to the next level?

Thursday Nov 5 / Pythagorean Theorem / Rigor Level: DOK 2
Pre-Algebra Daily Agenda
Daily Objective /
  • Students will learn to find the lengths of right triangles using the Pythagorean theorem in 2D and 3D

BELL RINGER
( 5 minutes) /
  • Read the daily agenda and decide which route you are going to take. People behind will go with Mr. Johnson to unpack the standard or do

I DO: /
  • Pass out folders and monitor the students

WE DO: /
  • Those not on pace – Rewatch Khan video and stay after to work with EichelbergerOR Work with Mr. Johnson
  • Those on pace choose a path.
  • A)Independent Practice on Khan Academy ( MUST Show Mastery )
  • B) Independent Practice with Worksheet. (Must show 80 % mastery

YOU DO: /
  • Self monitor and self pace.

Homework /
  • Complete days tasks that are uncompleted.

EXIT TICKET:
(5 minutes) /
  • Write an example of a Pythagorean Theorem problem and explain how to solve it.

Friday, Nov 6 / Pythagorean Theorem / Rigor Level: DOK 3
Pre- Algebra Daily Agenda
Daily Objective /
  • Students will be assessed on their knowledge of Pythagorean Theorem using a pencil and paper test,

BELL RINGER
( 5 minutes) / Explain how to pick apart a real world problem and solve it using Pythagorean theorem
I DO: /
  • Assess and Monitor

WE DO: /
  • Class Discussion on Pythagorean Theorem

YOUDO: /
  • Pythagorean Theorem test

Homework /
  • Complete tasks that are uncompleted.

EXIT TICKET:
(5 minutes) /
  • What is your opinion of personalized learning? What are the benefits, drawbacks?

Note: Learning Scales, Accommodations, and Math Practice Standards are below.

Scale / Learning Goals Scale:
Pythagorean Theorem
4.0 / Apply knowledge of the Pythagorean Theorem to real-world situations.
3.5 / In addition to 3.0 skills, I can do some of the 4.0 skills.
3.0
(GOAL)
With no help, I can do all these skills. / Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to determine unknown side lengths in right triangles in three dimensions.
Explain a proof of the converse of the Pythagorean Theorem.
2.5 / In addition to all 2.0 skills, I can do some of the 3.0 skills.
2.0
With no help, I can do all these skills. / Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to determine unknown side lengths in right triangles in two dimensions.
Explain a proof of the Pythagorean Theorem.
Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to find the distance between two points on a coordinate plane.
Identify key vocabulary including Pythagorean Theorem, sides, hypotenuse, right angles, base, height, proof, right triangles, square roots, and converse.
1.5 / On my own, I can do some of the 2.0 and 3.0 skills.
1.0 / With help, I can do some of the 2.0 and 3.0 skills.
0.5 / With help, I can do some of the 2.0 skills.
0.0 / Even with help, I have no success.
WICR Strategies used during each unit.
Writing
Writing activities that help
students understand the
content / Inquiry
Questioning strategies
that help students
understand the content / Collaboration
Working together with a
partner or in a group of
students to understand, to
problem solve, or to
complete a task/project / Reading
Any strategies in reading
that help students
understand
Writing-to-Learn
• summaries
Process Writing
• using a rubric as evaluation
On-Demand/Timed-Writing
• writing that is completed in class within a set amount of time
• grade is evaluated using a rubric
Cornell Notes
• taking notes on the most important information
• summarizing
• using the notes to study
Reflective Writing
• students write about what they have learned and what they still need / Higher-Level Questioningin Classes
• Costa’s Level 1: Studentsfind the answers right therein the text.
• Costa’s Level 2: Studentsmust figure out the answerfrom information in thetext.
• Costa’s Level 3: Studentsapply what they havelearned or use what theyhave learned to evaluate orcreate. / Think Pair Share
Sharing Ideas With a Partner or in a Group
Carousel or Gallery Walk
Problem Solving in Groups
Projects in Groups / Before Reading Activities
• vocabulary activities
• accessing prior knowledge
• making predictions
During Reading Activities
• marking the text
• Cornell notes
• graphic organizers
After Reading Strategies
• summarizing
• group projects
Accommodations used daily on an individual basis in accordance with IEP and 504 plans and ELL Students
  • Read directions for the student
  • Check for understanding
  • Allow to leave class for assistance
  • Extra time for exams
  • Daily agenda
/
  • Allow student time to step out to de-escalate
  • Testing in small groups
  • Use of a planner/binder for organization
  • English Language Dictionary
/
  • Extended time on assignments =1 day
  • Preferential seating
  • Written direction given
  • Break directions into chunks
/
  • Read Aloud to Students
  • Visual manipulatives
  • Cooperative Learning,
  • Vocabulary, Description, Introduction,
.
Student Friendly Mathematical Practice Statements
MAFS.K12.MP.1.1 Make Sense of Problems and Persevere in Solving Them
• Make a plan! • Try different approaches when your problem is hard. • Solve your problem in more than one way. • Check whether your solution makes sense.
MAFS.K12.MP.2.1 Reason Abstractly and Quantitatively
• Explain the meanings of the numbers, words, pictures, symbols, and objects you and others use.
MAFS.K12.MP.3.1 Construct Viable Arguments and Critique the Reasoning of Others.
• Explain both what to do and why it works. • Work to make sense of others’ mathematical thinking.
MAFS.K12.MP.4.1 Model with Mathematics
• Apply math to real-world situations. • Use models such as graphs, drawings, tables, symbols, numbers, and diagrams to solve problems.
MAFS.K12.MP.5.1 Use appropriate Tools Strategically
• Choose appropriate tools for your problem. • Use mathematical tools correctly and efficiently. • Estimate and use what you know to check the answers you find using tools.
MAFS.K12.MP.6.1 Attend to Precision
• Communicate your mathematical thinking clearly and precisely. • Use the level of precision you need for your problem. • Be accurate when you count, measure, and calculate.
MAFS.K12.MP.7.1 Look for and Make Use of Structure
• Find, extend, analyze, and create patterns. • Use patterns and structures to solve problems.
MAFS.K23.MP.8.1 Look for and Express Regularity in Repeated Reasoning
• Use patterns and structures to create and explain rules and shortcuts. • Use properties, rules, and shortcuts to solve problems. • Reflect on your thinking before, during, and after you solve a problem.