Instructional Software

Lesson Idea Name: 7th grade Algebra concepts

Content Area: Algebra
Grade Level(s): 7th

Content Standard Addressed: Ratios and Proportional Relationships

Technology Standard Addressed: Computational Thinker

Selected Technology Tool: Brainpop

URL(s) to support the lesson (if applicable):

https://www.brainpop.com/math/ratioproportionandpercent/ratios/
https://www.brainpop.com/math/ratioproportionandpercent/proportions/
Type of Instructional Software:
☒ Drill and Practice ☒ Tutorial ☐ Simulation ☒ Instructional Game ☐ e-books/e-references

Features of this software (check all that apply):

☒ Assessment Monitoring/Reporting
☐ Allows teacher to create customized lessons for students
☐ Multi-user or collaborative functions with others in the class
☐ Multi-user or collaborative with others outside the class
☐ Accessible to students beyond the school day
☒ Accessible via mobile devices
☒ Multiple languages
☐ Safety, security and/or privacy features

Bloom’s Taxonomy Level(s):

☒ Remembering ☐ Understanding ☒ Applying ☐ Analyzing ☐ Evaluating ☐ Creating

Levels of Technology Integration (LoTi Level):

☐ Level 1: Awareness ☐ Level 2: Exploration ☒ Level 3: Infusion ☐ Level 4: Integration
☐ Level 5: Expansion ☐ Level 6: Refinement

Universal Design for Learning (UDL): Brainpop has audio and closed caption capabilities. It has a question &
answer section with quizzes that help a student remember and apply.
Lesson idea implementation: Students will be learning about ratios and proportions by watching a video,
answering a quiz, and playing some games. The lesson will be introduced with an introductory video. It will
take 50 minutes to complete the whole lesson. Students will be assessed by answering a quiz at the end of
the video.
Brainpop is a way to inform a student of a new concept through videos, quizzes, and games. It will help a
student gain knowledge in the area of ratio and proportions. The quizzes will provide feedback to students
about their understanding of ratio and proportions.

Reflective Practice: I feel that brainpop is a way to make math fun. The videos are short and sweet but
informational. The quizzes are a great way for a student to receive feedback on his or her understanding of
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the concept. I would also like to create additional drill and practice software because it is a fast and easy way
for a teacher and student know if the concept is understood. There is a plethora of software available to help
a student understand ratio and proportions.

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