Digital Unit Plan Template

Unit Title: Solving and Graphing Equations

Name: Jacob Gonzales

Content Area: Algebra 2

Grade Level: 10th-12th

CA Content Standard(s)/Common Core Standard(s):

Understand solving equations as a process of reasoning and explain the reasoning.

[Simple radical and rational]
2. Solve simple rational and radical equations in one variable, and give examples showing how extraneous solutions may
arise.
Solve equations and inequalities in one variable.
3.1 Solve one-variable equations and inequalities involving absolute value, graphing the solutions and interpreting them in
context. CA
Big Ideas:
Learning about quadratic functions and the importance of knowing when to use it to find the x and y points.
Students will show their understanding of how parabolas work.
Students will understand the shape of the parabola and know how to come up with a vertex and slope.
Students will begin to understand how to come up with the maximum and minimum of parabolas.
Unit Goals and Objectives:

-Students
-Students
-Students
-Students

will
will
will
will

understand how to solve for the x and y points of each function.

be able to plot points on a graph by using the quadratic formula or other given formulas.
be able to use the maxima and minima to show the highest or lowest points of a parabola curve.
be show proof and relate the equation to the graph.

Unit Summary:

This math course is going to be the foundation for future math classes for all students. The goal is to cover enough material to help
prepare students for future math classes. The course will cover various theories, formulas, and definitions that will be very useful

throughout the course. Students will learn and understand how to plot points on a graph from given functions and equations. They
will also learn how plotting several points and solving for slope defines line on a graph. Student will learn how to relate the function
(or equation) to the graphs, as well.

Assessment Plan:
Entry-Level:
Brainstorm- What makes a graph and
how can we come up with points on a
graph?

Formative:
Quiz- Definitions and functions
Flashcards- Quizlet Algebra 2 Help
Scatterplot- Matching terms with its
definitions
Group discussions and working with
teams

Summative:
-Presentation- solve a polynomial
equation and explain how each point
represents the function on a graph
-Information guide-write out each step of
the process of coming up with solutions
for a graph
-Test

Lesson 1
Student Learning
Objective:
Students will gain an
idea of how to break
down rational
expressions and
graph them
Lesson 2
Student Learning
Objective:
Students will gain a
better idea of how to
research online, as
well as, learn more
information and tips
for factoring rational
expressions and
functions.

Acceptable Evidence:
Students will
complete a worksheet
involving rational
expressions and
functions.

Acceptable Evidence:
Students will
complete a math
scavenger hunt and
visit various websites
that will help them
complete the
scavenger hunt.

Instructional
Strategies:
Communication
Collection
Collaboration
Presentation
Organization
Interaction

Lesson Activities:

Instructional
Strategies:
Communication
Collection
Collaboration
Presentation
Organization
Interaction

Lesson Activities:

Students will read and study the PowerPoint about

rational expressions. After reviewing the PowerPoint,
students will complete the Rational Expressions and
Functions worksheet.

Students will visit several websites and look over

material, as well as, play the videos. While reviewing
each website, students will complete a math scavenger
hunt .

Lesson 3
Student Learning
Objective:
Students will learn
how to set up, work
through and solve
rational equations.
Students will identify
each step in the
graphic organizer.

Acceptable Evidence:
Students will
complete a graphic
organizer that shows
steps and the use of
functions to solve for
x, as well as, making a
graph for the
function.

Instructional
Strategies:
Communication
Collection
Collaboration
Presentation
Organization
Interaction

Unit Resources:

-Understanding How to Graph Equations

-Quadratic Equations
-Analyzing and Solving Polynomial Equations
-Home for math information, advice and help.
-Factoring Quadratic Equations
-Vertex of Quadratic Equations
-Radical Equations and Expressions
-Rational Expressions and Functions
-Parabolas
Useful Websites:

http://mathematics.jds.com/
http://mathispower4u.yolasite.com/algebra.php
Purplemath.com

Lesson Activities:

Students will work through an equation, and write out the

terms used for completion. Students will graph the
function of the equation and then write out the steps
necessary to complete the whole graphic organizer.
Before turning in the graphic organizer, students will give
a short presentation on the equation and explain the
steps to the class.

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