Cooperative Learning Lesson #1Subject: Mathematics Topic: Computation Subtopic: Multiplication of Fractions in word form Time/Date: 40 minutes; 5/11/2014 Materials: charts, tape, markers, fractions, papers, chalk boardClass/Level: First Form (1H)References: 1) A Complete Course in Mathematics with CXC questions, p. (48-51).2) Caribbean Mathematics 1 3rd edition, p. (86-96).3) Mathematics Application and Connections, p. (282-283).

Previous Knowledge: Students have fluency with all numbers and basic arithmetic operations (+,-, , ). Students have a working knowledge of multiplying simple fractions and cancelling/reducing fractions to their lowest form.Objectives: Through observation and discussion students will be able to:1) Multiply fractions in word form with 90% proficiency. (C.A) 2) Construct area models to represent multiplication of fractions. (P)3) Develop an awareness of the importance of accuracy in computation(A)Concept: When fractions are multiplied the results is given by multiplying together the number in the numerator and also the multiplying together the numbers in the denominator. For exampleIn arithmetic form: = = In algebra form: = b, d 04 Steps to problem Solving1. Understand the problem2. Devise a plan3. Carryout the plan4. Look backSkills: 1) Multiplication of fractions 2) Dividing unit square3) Cancel fractionsAttitudes: 1) Work cooperatively 2) Participate in class activity 3) Develop awareness for accuracy Introduction: 1) Students will remain in their regular class grouping.2) Teacher will discuss with students the use and application of fractions in everyday life.3) Intro activity: Teacher will use two models to review students knowledge of multiplying fractions from a previous lesson.Model #1 Model #2 2

Development:1) Teacher use the idea of area models and apply it to the 4 steps of problem solving that was previously introduced to them when solving problems in worded form.2) Each group will be given a word problem, students will solve the problem using area models and the steps of problem solving. 3) Groups will be randomly selected to present results to the class and any misconceptions will be clarified by their peers and teacher.Closure: through questioning students will share with the class what they have learnt.Conclusion: Students will be given a problem that they will do individually and collected by the teacher: using area models students will find a fraction that represents the number of fabric needed for 6 costumes if each costume requires 3 yards.

Extended Activity: Students will use a cookbook to find a recipe for a dessert they would like to make and rewrite the recipe, giving the amount of each ingredient that will be needed to serve the entire class.Evaluation:Lesson Reflection:StrengthsTeacher:-

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