Lesson Plan Template

Teacher’s Name: Sayassat Batykov Subject: Mathematics Grade Level: 9

Lesson Title: Proportional relationships and rational
Unit Title: Algebra
expressions

Focus of Lesson: ☐ Introduction of Knowledge ☐ Deepening or Practicing ☐ Generating and

Testing Hypotheses

STANDARD (exact wording from standards document)

MA.912.AR.1.9 Apply previous understanding of rational number operations to add, subtract, multiply and
divide rational algebraic expressions.
MA.912.AR.1.4 Divide a polynomial expression by a monomial expression with rational number
coefficients.
MA.912.AR.1.3 Add, subtract and multiply polynomial expressions with rational number coefficients.
MA.912.AR.1.10 Solve mathematical and real-world problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication
or division of rational algebraic expressions.
MA.912.FL.1.2 Extend previous knowledge of ratios and proportional relationships to solve real-world
problems involving money and business.
MA.8.AR.3.1 Determine if a linear relationship is also a proportional relationship.
MA.7.AR.4.1 Determine whether two quantities have a proportional relationship by examining a table, graph
or written description.
MA.7.AR.4.5 Solve real-world problems involving proportional relationships.
MA.7.DP.1.3 Given categorical data from a random sample, use proportional relationships to make
predictions about a population.
MA.7.AR.4.3 Given a mathematical or real-world context, graph proportional relationships from a table,
equation or a written description.
MA.7.AR.4.AP.2: Identify the constant of proportionality when given a table or graph of a proportional
relationship.
MA.7.AR.4.4 Given any representation of a proportional relationship, translate the representation to a written
description, table or equation.

LEARNING GOAL (student-friendly terms)

Students will be able to comprehend and use the ideas of ratios, proportions, and direct, inverse, joint, and
combined variation to answer problems by the conclusion of the lesson on "proportional relationships and
rational expressions." Additionally, students will be able to modify, simplify, and answer equations that
contain rational expressions.
The ability to recognise and address issues involving proportional relationships will be developed in the
students. Proportional relationships are those in which two quantities are related in a fixed ratio. They will
also be able to tell the difference between inverse variation, where two quantities are related by the sum of
their values, and direct variation, where two quantities are related by a constant of proportionality. Students
will comprehend how to construct more intricate relationships between various variables by using joint and
combined variation.
Additionally, students will be able to modify rational expressions by identifying common denominators when
adding or subtracting from them and simplifying them. They will be able to check their answers for erroneous
solutions and comprehend how to solve equations involving rational expressions. With the aid of these
abilities, students will be able to resolve proportional relationships and logical expressions-based issues in the
real world.
PERFORMANCE SCALE
4- Above Target 3- On Target 2- On Target with Help 1- Below Target
● Students who are ● Students who can ● Students who, ● Students who find
adept at using correctly answer with assistance, it difficult to
rational the majority of can work out handle
expressions and problems some proportional proportional
proportional requiring rational relationship and relationship and
relationships to expressions and rational rational
handle complex proportional expression issues. expression issues.
issues. relationships. ● Students who ● Students who
● Students who are ● Students who can require help using have trouble
able to define and define the terms the direct, comprehending
apply the ideas of direct, inverse, inverse, joint, and the ideas of
joint, inverse, joint, and mixed combined inverse, joint, and
direct, and variation and use variation combined
combined them to address principles to variation.
variation to issues issues in answer problems. ● Students who are
in practical well-known ● Students who unable to
settings. situations. need assistance in manipulate,
● Equations ● Students who can order to correctly simplify, or
involving rational correctly simplify, answer equations
expressions can manipulate, manipulate, and with rational
be confidently simplify, and answer equations expressions.
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who can correctly involving rational
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expressions.

PROGRESSION OF LEARNING (what students are expected to do/know for each stage of the unit)
Foundational Knowledge Standard-Based Expectation Application/Extension
Students should have a solid 1. Know what proportional Students may be required to work
grounding in algebraic ideas like connections are and how to through word problems involving
problem-solving, graphing linear spot them in different proportional relationships and
functions, and working with situations. logical expressions in order to
fractions before starting the section 2. Knowing how to use direct utilize and extend their knowledge.
on proportional relationships and and inverse variation to For instance, they might be asked
rational expressions. solve issues. to figure out how much a recipe
3. Understanding and being that serves a different number of
able to add, subtract, people costs or to estimate a car's
multiple, and split rational pace based on the distance and
expressions. time it takes to get there. To show
4. Find any erroneous that they comprehend the ideas,
answers when solving teachers may also ask students to
equations involving develop word problems on their
rational expressions. own that incorporate proportional
5. Use rational expressions relationships and rational
and proportional expressions.
 relationships to solve
practical issues.
Students may also be required to
research how rational expressions
and proportional connections are
applied in other fields, such as
physics, chemistry, or economics.
Student understanding of the
significance of these ideas outside
of the math classroom and how
they are applied to modelling
real-world scenarios can be aided
by this extension.

ASSESSMENT AND MONITORING (Formative/Summative, how data informs closing of achievement gap)
Effective instruction and learning require both assessment and monitoring. Both formative and summative
assessments can be used in the lesson on proportional relationships and rational expressions to determine
student comprehension and guide teaching.
Continuous evaluations known as formative assessments are used to track pupil development and inform
instruction. For this lesson, formative evaluations might take the shape of exit tickets, daily understanding
checks, and peer reviews. Students might be asked to determine whether or not a connection is proportional
or to simplify a provided rational expression, for instance. These tests offer insightful data on student
comprehension and assist the teacher in tailoring the lesson to the requirements of every learner.
At the conclusion of a unit or course, summative assessments are used to measure the learning of the students.
Summative evaluations for this lesson could consist of exams or quizzes that cover the ideas of proportional
relationships and rational expressions. These tests enable the instructor to assess each student's conceptual
understanding and to pinpoint any areas that might benefit from additional instruction.
To close the achievement disparity, data from both formative and summative evaluations can be used.
Teachers can identify areas where students are having difficulty and modify teaching by analyzing student
performance data. For instance, a teacher can offer more practice opportunities and focused instruction on the
concept of rational expression simplification if they notice that many students are having difficulty with it.
Data can also be used to pinpoint students who might benefit from extra help, like individualized
interventions or coaching.

CRITICAL INFORMATION CHUNKS (lesson segments)

Mathematical ideas like proportional relationships and rational expressions are crucial. The following are
some crucial facts that pupils need to be aware of:
● Relationships between two quantities that can be stated as a ratio are known as proportional
relationships. The relationship between price and amount is proportional, for instance, if the price of a
gallon of milk is $4 and the price of two gallons is $8.
● Direct variation: A proportional connection in which one variable rises as the other rises is known as a
direct variation. The equation y=kx, where k is the proportionality constant, can be used to represent
the connection.
● A proportional connection known as inverse variation occurs when one variable declines as the other
rises. The equation y=k/x, where k is the proportionality constant, can be used to represent the
connection.
● Argumentative expressions: A fraction with factors in the numerator, denominator, or both is known
as a rational expression. An illustration of a rational formula is (x+1)/(x-1).
● Simplifying rational expressions: To simplify a rational expression, factor both the numerator and
denominator and cancel out any common factors. For example, (x^2-4)/(x-2) can be simplified to
(x+2).
 ● Rational expression operations: Find a common denominator for rational equations before adding or
subtracting the numerators. If you want to multiply or divide a rational expression, do so individually
for the numerators and denominators.
● Using rational expressions to answer equations: To use rational expressions to solve an equation, first
simplify the expressions. Then solve the resulting equation. Pay close attention to look for
unnecessary remedies.

INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES
Choose 1-3 Foci
☐ Identifying Critical Content (req’d)
☐ Previewing New Content
☐ Helping Students Process New Content
☐ Using Questions to Help Students…
☐ Reviewing Content
Helping Students…
☐ …Practice Skills, Strategies, and
Processes
☐ …Examine Similarities and Differences
☐ …Examine Their Reasoning
☐ …Revise Knowledge
☐ …Engage in Cognitively Complex Tasks
How strategies will be used
To teach the lesson three instructional strategies that could be
used are identifying critical content, using questions to help
students practice skills and strategies, and facilitating the process
of learning.
Identifying the Critical Content: Finding Critical Content
entails figuring out the information and abilities that students
must acquire in order to master the lesson's goals. Understanding
the ideas of ratios, proportions, direct and inverse variation, and
rational expressions may be considered essential material for this
lesson. Teachers can make sure that students are acquiring the
most crucial information and not getting bogged down in less
important details by concentrating on the most important
material.

Using Questions to Help Students to Practice Strategies and

Skills:
Students can use questions to apply their learning in meaningful
ways and improve their critical thinking skills. To help students
practice the skills and strategies they are learning in this session,
teachers can use questions. Teachers might, for instance, assign
students a set of proportional relationship and rational expression
problems to answer or ask them to explain how they arrived at
their solutions. Teachers can assist students in developing their
abilities and confidence in applying the ideas they are learning
by engaging in this type of questioning.

Facilitating the Process of Learning: Making an atmosphere

that is supportive and conducive to learning is part of the process
of facilitating the learning process. In order to help students
connect with the material for this lesson, instructors may use a
variety of teaching techniques, such as visual aids, group
projects, and interactive activities. As students practice their
skills and strategies, teachers might also offer them feedback and
assistance. Teachers can help students feel more confident and
motivated in their learning by fostering a positive and
encouraging learning atmosphere.

ADAPTATIONS FOR INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS’ NEEDS (ELL, IEP, GIFTED, etc.)

Depending on each student's unique requirements, the lesson on "proportional relationships and rational
expressions" will be modified to meet those needs. Here are a few potential modifications:
1. English Language Learners(ELLs):
● Give ELLs extra language assistance, such as translated materials or visuals, to aid in their
understanding of important ideas.
● To make the content more relatable to the students, use examples from everyday life that are
pertinent to their culture or experiences.
● To help ELLs practice language skills and develop confidence in their capacity to engage in
class, incorporate interactive activities and group work.

2. Individual Education Plan(IEP):

● Adapt the lesson's duration and pace to the requirements of the students.
● To aid the student in accessing the material, make extra accommodations such as preferred
seating or assistive technology.
● To make abstract ideas easier for the student to comprehend, use practical or visual aids.

3. Gifted Students:
● Provide follow-up exercises that test and hone students' comprehension of the subject.
● Encourage the student to use the ideas in actual circumstances or research related subjects.
● Give students the chance to conduct independent or small-group study projects so they can
delve deeper into the subject.

Materials/Tools/Resources

Text or other Resources: Some standard books, Self created materials

Visuals/Manipulatives: Animated videos, paper cutting, solid or hollow blocks, toys, Powerpoint
presentation on the theorems and formulas

Technology needed: Desmos, Geogebra, Word, Mathematics tool box, Google Classroom,
Powerpoint, Word, Computer or tablet access for the students.

Materials needed: Books, White Board and markers, Pen, Papers and pencil