Subject: FACTORING

Grade Level: Grade8

Objective:

a.) Factor completely different types of polynomials (polynomials with common

monomial factor, difference of two squares, sum difference of two cubes, perfect
square trinomials, and general trinomials).

b.) Solve real-world problems involving factors of polynomials.

c.) Relate the importance of Factoring in real-life situations.

Learning across curriculum:

1) Mathematics - Solving equations involving factored polynomials.

2) Science - Understanding chemical reactions and balancing equations.

3) Business Studies - Analyzing financial statements and identifying factors affecting

profitability.

ELICIT:

Teaching Strategy: Brainstorming

Instructional Materials: Whiteboard, markers

Anecdote 1: Share a story about a Filipino entrepreneur who used factoring to

manage cash flow in their business.

Anecdote 2: Discuss how factoring was used in ancient Filipino agricultural

practices to determine the best time to plant crops.

ENGAGE:
Teaching Strategy: Interactive Quizzes

Instructional Materials: Online quiz platform

1) Idea: Create an online quiz where students can test their knowledge of different
factoring techniques.

2) Idea: Divide the class into teams and organize a factoring competition using
buzzers and questions related to the different types of polynomials.

EXPLORE:

Activity 1: Factoring Relay Race

Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning

Materials: Factoring worksheets, stopwatch

Significance: This activity will reinforce students' understanding of different factoring

techniques in a fun and competitive way.

Instructions:

1) Divide the class into teams.

2) Each team member will solve a factoring problem and pass the worksheet to the
next member.

3) The team that completes all the problems correctly in the shortest time wins.

Rubric:

- Accuracy of factoring: 5 pts.

- Time taken to complete: 5 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) Factor completely: 3x^2 + 9x

2) Factor completely: 16a^2 - 25b^2

3) Factor completely: x^3 - 8

Activity 2: Real-World Factoring Problems

Teaching Strategy: Problem-Based Learning

Materials: Real-world scenarios, pen and paper

Significance: This activity will help students apply factoring skills to solve practical
problems.

Instructions:

1) Provide students with real-world scenarios involving factoring, such as calculating

the area of a garden given its dimensions.

2) Students will identify the polynomial expressions involved and factor them
accordingly to find the solution.

Rubric:

- Correct solution: 5 pts.

- Correct factoring process: 5 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) A rectangular field has a length of 5x + 3 and a width of 2x - 1. Find its area.

2) The volume of a cube is given by the expression x^3 - 8. Find the length of one
side of the cube.

Activity 3: Importance of Factoring Poster

Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning

Materials: Art supplies, poster board

Significance: This activity will encourage students to explore the importance of

factoring in real-life situations and creatively present their findings.

Instructions:

1) Assign each student or group a specific real-life situation where factoring plays a
crucial role, such as budgeting, engineering, or medicine.

2) Students will research and create a poster highlighting the importance of factoring
in their assigned situation.

Rubric:

- Content and relevance: 5 pts.

- Creativity and presentation: 5 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) How does factoring help in managing personal finances?

2) Explain the importance of factoring in architectural design.

EXPLAIN:

Teaching Strategy: Lecture and Discussion

- Explain the concept of factoring using examples of different types of polynomials.

- Engage students in a discussion to ensure their understanding of the factoring

process.

ELABORATE:

Teaching Strategy: Problem-Based Learning

Task 1: Students will choose a real-life scenario where factoring is applicable and
create a step-by-step guide on how to solve the problem using factoring techniques.

Task 2: Students will design a presentation showcasing how factoring can be used
to solve various problems in different fields, such as finance, engineering, or science.

EVALUATE:

Teaching Strategy: Differentiation

Assessment Questions:

1) Explain the process oforing a polynomial with a common monomial factor.

2) Solve the following real-world problem using factoring: A rectangular field has a
length of 4x + 2 and a width of 3x - 1. Find its area.

3) Discuss the importance of factoring in budgeting and provide an example.

EXTEND:

Teaching Strategy: Case Studies

Instructional Materials: Case study scenarios

- Provide case studies where students need to apply factoring skills to solve complex
problems in various fields such as engineering, medicine, or technology.
Assignment:

1) Assignment Overview: Students will research and write a short essay on the
historical development and significance of factoring in mathematics.

- Assessment Question: Explain the historical context of factoring and its impact on
mathematical problem-solving.

2) Assignment Overview: Students will create a factoring puzzle or riddle that

challenges their classmates to factor a given polynomial expression.

- Assessment Question: Create a factoring puzzle/riddle and provide the solution

with a step-by-step explanation.

Note: The format provided above is a general framework for a 7Es lesson plan. The
actual content and specific details may vary based on the teacher's preferences and
the available resources.