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Metric Conversion
Author: Greta
Lesson Plan:
8th Grade, October 27, 2009
Aim: How will the utilization of a mnemonics devise assist in converting specific units of the metric system ranging from Kilo’s to millimeters?
Instructional Objective: At the completion of the lesson, the students will demonstrate their ability to convert various components of the metric system from one unit to another.
New YorkState Standards: 5a; 5b; 5c
Motivation: Emphasize to students on the simplicity of utilizing a mnemonics device to effectively and efficiently convert values in the metric system.
Materials: Materials to be utilized will include the following: Smartboard, notebooks, chalkboard, Word document, Excel Spreadsheet
Procedure:
- Homework assignments discussed.
- Do Now - students will be given a list of units to convert larger to smaller and smaller to larger units.
- Students will “check” their answers by writing their response on the Smart board and then checking their answer with the “magic slate”.
- The students will take turns in going to the Smart Board to determine which unit of metric length to utilize with each given picture.
- The class will then take turns in picking various capacities/measurements to convert utilization memorization skills on the Smart board. They will verbally say the answer and the “pop” the balloon to check.
- Brief overview of ELA checklist for their comparative essay will be presented for their utilization.
- Overview of an Excel Spreadsheet they may utilize for their Historical Timeline
- Students will then determine what they will work on for the remainder of the period. Choice include: creating flashcards for Math; ELA comparative essay; Historical Timeline.
Application/Assessment:
Due to the significantly small class size, assessment can be obtained by directly reviewing work as it is being completed.
Summary:
Reiterate to students the effectiveness of utilizing a mnemonics device whenever practical. Also reiterate to students how the utilization of a “checklist” for their ELA essay will assist in preventing any “gaps” in their writing or any mistakes they may have previously overlooked.