| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Add and subtract fractions |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Add and Subtract Fractions
Year 7
Mathematics
20 students
This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum for Year 7 Mathematics, specifically focusing on the content related to fractions and rational numbers.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Briefly introduce the topic of fractions. Ask students to share any knowledge about fractions. |
| 2 | Concept Explanation | 10 min | Explain how to add and subtract fractions, focusing on finding a common denominator. Use visual aids for better understanding. |
| 3 | Guided Practice | 10 min | Work through a few problems together as a class. Encourage participation and ask questions. |
| 4 | Independent Practice | 5 min | Distribute worksheets for students to practice adding and subtracting fractions independently while you circulate to provide assistance. |
| 5 | Homework Assignment | 5 min | Assign homework that includes additional practice problems. Explain the process for submitting homework without presentations. Discuss the due date. |
Assign a worksheet with fraction addition and subtraction problems. The homework will be collected and checked for understanding without student presentations. Provide feedback on the worksheets individually after reviewing the answers.
Informal assessment through observation during the guided and independent practice. Use the accuracy of homework to gauge understanding of the concepts covered.
After the lesson, evaluate what worked well, any challenges faced, and how students responded to the material. Consider adjust strategies for future lessons based on student engagement and comprehension.