Mike Pearson's Teacher Work Sample II

STEP II. UNIT PLAN AND PRE-UNIT ASSESSMENT

SUBJECT Ninth Grade Math

COURSE TITLE Algebra I
TITLE OF UNIT Chapter 9: Quadratic Functions
1. UNIT PLAN
A. Brief Overview (What) In this unit students work learn to find the axis of symmetry, the vertex, the
maxima and minima, and the zeros of quadratic equations, and they will learn to
factor quadratic equation. They will learn to sketch and graph quadratic equations
using a graphing calculator and with tables of values.
B. Rationale or Importance of the The ability to factor quadratics, find the axis of symmetry, the vertex and the
Unit (Why) zeros is a critical skill for many scientific, technical and engineering problems in
the real world. Understanding quadratic functions is an essential step in
understanding polynomial functions. Without these skills a student cannot
advance to such courses as Algebra II, Trigonometry, or Calculus.
C. Unit goals aligned to Standards. NCTM: Algebra:
1) analyze functions of one variable by investigating rates of change, intercepts,
zeros, asymptotes, and local and global behavior
2) understand and compare the properties of classes of functions, including
exponential, polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and periodic functions.

HCPS:
MA.AI.9.3 Determine the zeros of a linear or quadratic function algebraically
and graphically
Sample performance Assessment : The student: Shows/explains how to use an
algebraic method (or graph, or graphing calculator) to find the zeros of a function.

2. DESCRIPTION OF MULTIPLE
ASSESSMENTS
A. List the summative and formative
types of assessments you use.
B. Explain Your Pretest/Posttest plan
3. OVERVIEW & LESSON PLANS
A. List the main topics
GLO:
1) Self-directed learner.
2) Complex thinker.
3) Effective communicator.
FORMATIVE:
Check body language of students during the lesson.
Listen carefully to student questions and comments.
Check student work by using white boards during the lesson.
Check daily homework.
Give pop quizzes to check for understanding.
SUMMATIVE:
Pretest to posttest gain scores will indicate what students have learned.
On a pretest students will be given 6 items, one for each of the learning objectives
of the unit. They will take a similar 6 item test on the posttest. I will use the
Pretest-Posttest = Gain to determine the success of the unit. I will then separate
and compare the scores for Males and Females.
Major Topics Covered:
1. Multiply binomials using the Box method
2. Finding the axis of symmetry of a quadratic function.
3. Finding the vertex of a quadratic.
4. Determining if the vertex is a maxima or a minima
5. Factoring a quadratic equation with the X-Box method
6. Finding the zeros of a quadratic equation with the X-Box method
7. Use a graphing calculator to find the zeros of a quadratic equation
 B. List Learner Objectives. These
should match the pretest items.
C. List the pretest items in the
column on the right OR attach a
list of them. They should directly
measure the learner objectives listed
above.
D. Attach one lesson plan
4. PRE-UNIT ASSESSMENT RESULTS
A. Whole Class PreScores (List class
average (mean) for each item
and the overall mean for all items).
B. Male PreScores
C. Female PreScores
The student will be able to:
1. Multiply binomials using the Box method
2. Factor quadratic equations
3. Find the axis of symmetry of a quadratic function.
4. Find the vertex of a quadratic function.
5. Find the minima or maxima of a quadratic function.
6. Find the zeros of a quadratic function.
7. Use a graphing calculator to find the zeros of a quadratic function.
Attached below
Attached.
Pretest mean was 1.1
Posttest mean was 4.55
Post test – pre test = 3.45
Pretest mean was 1.125
Posttest mean was 4.56
Post – pre test = 3.44
Pretest mean was 1.07
Posttest mean was 4.54
Post – pretest = 3.47