Murphy_08+Math+Lesson

Math lesson plan: [|Classroom Shopping Spree lesson plan.doc]

Math Assessment: [|Rating Scale - math lesson.doc]

[|Math Exceeds Prof. Work.pdf], [|**Math Exceeds Prof. Assessment.pdf**] [|**Math Meets Prof. Work.pdf**], [|**Math Meets Prof. Assessment.pdf**] [|**Math Approaching Prof. Work.pdf**]**,** [|**Math Approaching Prof. Assessment.pdf**]
 * Grade Level:** Grade 2
 * Content of Lesson:** Adding and Subtracting using money
 * Objectives:** See lesson plan
 * Assessment Criteria and Instrument:** Students were assessed using the rating scale, linked above.
 * An analysis of the data:** Most students did well with the assigment. Almost all of the students were successful with the addition of two items, but struggled when they were asked to subtract that total from $1.00. About half of the students were able to communicate and explain their answers using appropriate mathematical language and reasoning, but the other half were unable to fulfill this requirement of the assignment.
 * Samples of student work:**
 * Exceeding proficiency
 * Meets Proficiency
 * Approaching Proficiency


 * Recommendations for future instruction for entire class:** This was one of the first lessons students had with adding and subtracting money,so my main suggestion would be to just have additional practice with the concept. I would also recommend that students practice adding and subtracting two and three digit numbers without worrying about decimal points and dollar signs to ensure that a firm understanding of this basic math principle has been acheived. Students should also do an assignment looking up appropriate mathematical terms to become familiar with what they mean so that they can be used correctly in class discussions.
 * Recommendations for future instruction for students sampled:** The student exceeding proficiency should continue reviewing mathematical terms and should practice with bigger numbers to stay sharp with this material. The student meeting proficiency should spend more time on assignments to make sure that all work has been checked and double-checked very carefully to avoid simple mathematical errors. This student should then do the same things recommended for the student who exceeds proficiency. The student approaching proficiency should basic addition and subtraction with two and three digit numbers at home. I would also recommend that the student take his/her time with material to ensure legibility and clarity. I also think staying focused on the task at hand could be very helpful for this student.