Course Plan: Elapsed Time in Functional Academics
Course Overview
This course focuses on teaching students the concept of elapsed time through practical applications in everyday life. By the end of the course, students will understand how to calculate elapsed time, read clocks, and apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Target Audience
This course is designed for middle school students who need reinforcement in practical mathematics and functional academic skills.
Course Duration
5 lessons, each lasting 60 minutes.
Lesson 1: Introduction to Time
Objectives:
- Understand the units of time (seconds, minutes, hours).
- Identify the components of a clock (hour hand, minute hand).
Content:
- Discussion: What is time? Why do we measure it?
- Activity: Hands-on experience with analog and digital clocks.
- Video: A short documentary on the history of timekeeping.
Assessment:
- Verbal quiz on components of a clock.
- Practice worksheet on converting between units of time.
Lesson 2: Reading Clocks
Objectives:
- Accurately read analog and digital clocks.
- Convert between 12-hour and 24-hour time formats.
Content:
- Practice: Reading different types of clocks.
- Guided Practice: Worksheets converting between 12-hour and 24-hour formats.
- Game: "Clock Bingo" using various time formats.
Assessment:
- Individual time-reading quiz with multiple clock types.
- Worksheet on time conversion.
Lesson 3: Understanding Elapsed Time
Objectives:
- Define elapsed time.
- Calculate the difference between start and end times.
Content:
- Explanation: Definition and formula for calculating elapsed time (End Time - Start Time).
- Group Activity: Using real-life scenarios (bus schedules, movie times).
- Example Problems: Step-by-step problems posted on a board.
Assessment:
- Pair-share to solve elapsed time problems.
- Exit ticket: Calculate elapsed time from a given scenario.
Lesson 4: Practical Applications of Elapsed Time
Objectives:
- Apply knowledge of elapsed time to real-life situations.
- Solve problems involving activities and schedules.
Content:
- Real-Life Examples: Planning a day (school schedule or daily routine).
- Hands-On Activity: Create a schedule for a day including start and end times.
- Discussion: Importance of time management.
Assessment:
- Group project: Create a detailed schedule, calculate elapsed time for various activities.
- Peer review of the schedule's practicality and accuracy.
Lesson 5: Review and Assessment
Objectives:
- Review key concepts related to time and elapsed time.
- Demonstrate understanding through an individual assessment.
Content:
- Review Session: Recap key concepts using a Q&A format.
- Practice Problems: Individual review worksheets that include various time scenarios.
- Interactive Game: Time-related Jeopardy to reinforce learning.
Assessment:
- Final quiz covering reading clocks, calculating elapsed time, and practical applications.
- Reflective journal entry discussing the importance of knowing how to manage and calculate time.
Conclusion
By completing this course, students will gain essential skills in understanding and applying elapsed time in daily life, enabling them to manage their schedules more effectively and enhancing their overall functional academic skills.