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Differentiated Instruction

This document outlines a lesson plan for teaching factoring polynomials using differentiated instruction. It recommends identifying key concepts, assessing student readiness levels and interests. An activity is created for on-level learners using algebra tiles to visualize factoring quadratic expressions. The activity is then adjusted for struggling students, advanced students, visual learners and auditory learners by modifying levels of complexity, content, and presentation of the material.

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Differentiated Instruction

This document outlines a lesson plan for teaching factoring polynomials using differentiated instruction. It recommends identifying key concepts, assessing student readiness levels and interests. An activity is created for on-level learners using algebra tiles to visualize factoring quadratic expressions. The activity is then adjusted for struggling students, advanced students, visual learners and auditory learners by modifying levels of complexity, content, and presentation of the material.

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Differentiated Instruction

Tiered Instruction
STEP 1: iDENTIFY KEY CONCEPTS OR SKILLS
Key Concept Factoring Polynomials
STEP 2: THINK ABOUT STUDENTS AND USE ASSESSMENT TO DETERMINE
( READINSS LEVELS, INTEREST, LEARNIG PROFILES)
Readiness Levels Readiness: Students are typically introduced to the concept of factoring
in middle school or early high school. At this level, students should have
a basic understanding of algebraic expressions, variables, and operations
(addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
Interests Factoring polynomials encourages critical thinking and problem-
solving. Students learn to break down complex expressions into simpler
factors, making it easier to work with and understand the underlying
mathematical structure.
Learning Profiles Visual Learners
Auditory Learners
STEP 3. CREATE AN ACTIVITY FOR “ON LEVEL” LEARNERS
On level learners Materials Needed
Activity  Whiteboard
Factoring Polynomials  Markers
with Algebra Tiles  Algebra Tiles
 Factoring worksheet for practice
Procedure
This activity uses algebra tiles to help students visualize and understand
factoring polynomials, specifically quadratic expressions.
By using algebra tiles, this activity provides a hands-on and visual
approach to factoring polynomials, making the abstract concept more
concrete and accessible to students. It encourages active participation,
collaboration, and a deeper understanding of factoring.
STEP 4: ADJUST THE ACTIVITY ACCORDINGLY
For Struggling  Provide a series of practice problems with increasing levels of
Students complexity. Start with simple monomials, then move to binomials,
and finally trinomials. This gradual progression can build
confidence.
 Talk to struggling students to understand what specific challenges
they're facing and ask if they have suggestions on how they prefer
to learn. Their input can guide your support.
For advanced Students  Explore factoring polynomials with complex roots or coefficients.
This can lead to discussions about complex numbers and their
significance in algebra.
 Show how factoring is applied in advanced mathematics, such as
calculus, where it is used in limits, derivatives, and integrals.
Advanced students can appreciate the broader mathematical
context.
For Visual Learners  Teach factoring using area models or rectangular grids. Visual
learners can shade in areas to represent different terms in the
polynomial expression, making it easier for them to see how the
expression is factored.
 Use different colors to represent variables, constants, and different
terms within a polynomial. This visual distinction can help students
understand the structure of the expression.
For Auditory learners  Provide clear, concise oral explanations of factoring concepts, step
by step. Use simple, straightforward language and avoid overly
technical jargon. Emphasize the logic and reasoning behind
factoring.
 Solve problems and explain the factoring process verbally. Speak
through each step as you factor polynomial expressions,
highlighting key strategies and decision-making processes.

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John Vergel Pensilga

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