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| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Multiplying 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 |
Multiplying Fractions
Year 7
Mathematics
20 students
30 minutes
This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics, focusing on Number and Algebra, particularly on fractions, decimals, and percentages.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 | Introduce the topic of multiplying fractions, explaining why it is important. Use visual aids to demonstrate. |
| 2 | Direct Instruction | 10 | Explain the steps of multiplying fractions: multiply the numerators and denominators. Provide examples on the whiteboard. |
| 3 | Guided Practice | 5 | Work on a few sample problems together as a class, encouraging participation. |
| 4 | Independent Practice | 5 | Distribute worksheets for students to complete independently; circulate to offer help as needed. |
| 5 | Review and Consolidation | 3 | Go over solutions to the independent practice worksheet as a class, providing clarification as needed. |
| 6 | Homework Assignment | 2 | Assign practice problems for homework, emphasizing the need to simplify fractions. No presentations needed. |
Students are to complete a worksheet on multiplying fractions, ensuring that they simplify their answers. The homework will be collected and checked without requiring students to present it in front of the class.
Informal assessment through observation during guided and independent practice, as well as the correctness of the homework assignment.
To be completed after the lesson, focusing on student engagement and understanding of the topic. Adjust future lessons based on feedback and outcomes.