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MM2A4. Students will solve quadratic equations and inequalities in one variable. a. Solve equations graphically using appropriate technology. b. Find real and complex solutions of equations by factoring, taking square roots, and applying the quadratic formula.
Understandings
Students will understand that: y y y y Quadratic equations can be solved graphically and/or algebraically There is a reason why you have real and complex roots Quadratic equations are an essential part of the banking system within the United States and around the world. There are various important uses for quadratic equations
Related Misconceptions:
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Solving quadratic equations are very difficult to accomplish. There is no way to tell if the roots of a quadratic equation is suppose to be real or complex. Quadratic equations have no relevance in real world application.
Essential Questions
Overarching Questions: To what extent are quadratic equations used in real world applications? Why do complex roots exist within quadratic equations? How many possible roots can a quadratic equation have? Are there other possible ways for solving a quadratic equation?
Topical Questions: What are the methods for solving quadratic equations graphically? What are the methods for solving quadratic equations algebraically? What are the methods for solving quadratic inequalities? Are the methods for solving quadratic inequalities and quadratic equations similar? How can the solution of quadratic inequalities be described with linear inequalities?
Skills
Students will be able to: y y y y Solve a quadratic equation and inequality graphically. Solve a quadratic equation and inequality algebraically. How to utilize the quadratic formula. Apply appropriate methods (completing the square, bussing the b factoring, and taking square roots) to solve a quadratic equation algebraically. Calculate interest on an amount
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chosen at random. Their scores will make up 20% of the final grade in the class. The remaining 80% will come from the rubrics associated with the tasks. A successful presentation will score at minimum an 80%. Any presentation with a score less than 80% will be required to repeat the presentation.
________________________________________ 4 Explanation shows complete understanding of the mathematical concepts used to solve the problem(s). 3 Explanation shows substantial understanding of the mathematical concepts used to solve the problem(s). 2 Explanation shows some understanding of the mathematical concepts needed to solve the problem(s). 1 Explanation shows very limited understanding of the underlying concepts needed to solve the problem(s) OR is not written. Explanation is difficult to understand and is missing several components OR was not included. Rarely uses an effective strategy to solve problems.
Explanation
Explanation is clear.
Explanation is a little difficult to understand, but includes critical components. Sometimes uses an effective strategy to solve problems, but does not do it consistently.
Strategy/Procedur es
Completion
The work is presented in a neat, clear, organized fashion that is easy to read. All problems are completed.
The work is presented in a neat and organized fashion that is usually easy to read. All but one of the problems are completed.
The work is presented in an organized fashion but may be hard to read at times. All but two of the problems are completed.
The work appears sloppy and unorganized. It is hard to know what information goes together. Several of the problems are not completed.
Correct terminology and notation are always used, making it easy to understand what was done. 90-100% of the steps and solutions have no mathematical errors. No errors found in grammar, spelling or usage that distract the reader. Required format used
Mathematical Errors
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Correct terminology and notation are usually used, making it fairly easy to understand what was done. Almost all (8589%) of the steps and solutions have no mathematical errors. A few errors found in grammar, spelling or usage that distract the reader. Most of the formatting requirements have been satisfied
Correct terminology and notation are used, but it is sometimes not easy to understand what was done. Most (75-84%) of the steps and solutions have no mathematical errors. A significant amount of errors found in grammar, spelling, or usage that distracts the reader. Very Little of the formatting requirements have been satisfied
More than 75% of the steps and solutions have mathematical errors. Numerous errors found in grammar, spelling or usage that distract the reader.
Other Evidence
(e.g. tests, quizzes, work samples, observations)
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Students will take examinations regarding solving quadratic equations. Students will be required to work out and explain homework problems on the board during class (Explanation). Students will complete online quiz, covering the previous lesson. Students will work groups solving quadratic equations and provide explanations of solutions to the class (Explanation). Students will provide a one page written summary of each guest speaker s discussion about real life applications of quadratic equations (Perspective). Students will open an in-class savings account and will calculate compound interest earned using a quadratic equation (Application).
y Display and utilize online graphing calculator to reinforce Podcast lesson: http://www.coolmath.com/graphit/ E y Have students practice finding the vertex and Axis of Symmetry of a quadratic equation. solving quadratic equations graphically using a worksheet. E2, O y Conduct online tutoring session W, E y Give a quiz on finding axis of symmetry and Vertex. E-2
Week 2
y Follow-up: Review Definition and graph of a Quadratic Equation. R y Follow-up: Review Axis of Symmetry and Vertex Characteristics. R, O y Direct student to Video Podcast on Characteristics of Quadratic Equations Part 2 to teach students about the Domain and Range. W, E y Display and utilize online graphing calculator to reinforce Podcast lesson: http://www.coolmath.com/graphit/ E y Have students practice finding the domain and range of problems. E2, O y Have student post solutions to characteristics of quadratic equation problems via online mechanism and have peer review sessions. E2,O,R y Give online quiz on Characteristics of Quadratic Equations. y Direct students to Video Podcast on Solving Quadratic Equations. W,E y Practice factoring method of quadratic equations. E-2 y Direct students to Practice Problem 1 and Practice Problem 2 Podcast for practical application of solving quadratic equations. y Have students practice solving quadratic equations graphically using a worksheet. E2, R y Demonstrate the use of the Quadratic Equation Solver: http://www.webgraphing.com/quadraticequation_quadraticformula.jsp
y Demonstrate the use of the The Quadratic Solver: http://zonalandeducation.com/mmts/miscellaneousMath/quadraticRealSolver/quadraticReal Solver.html E y Give an online quiz on solving quadratic equations algebraically, using factoring
Week 3
y Follow-up: Review solving quadratic equations algebraically. R,O y Follow-up: Ask students about the process of solving linear inequalities. W y Follow-up: Review solving linear inequalities. R,O y Have banker webcast with students to discuss the importance of quadratic equation within the banking system and to present real world problem to be solved by students (from Stage 2) E-2,T, O y Have students present solutions to real world problem.