Objective: At the end of the lesson, the learners will be able to:

a. Multiply polynomials

b. Recognize problems involving polynomials in real-life situations

c. Find the products of polynomials

Subject: Mathematics

Grade Level: Grade 8

Learning across the curriculum:

1. Science - Identify and analyze scientific formulas involving polynomials.

2. English - Write a short story or poem that incorporates the concept of polynomial
multiplication.

3. Social Studies - Research and present on the historical development of

polynomials in different civilizations.

Review Motivation:

1. Show a video clip of a famous mathematician discussing the importance of

polynomial multiplication in solving real-life problems.

2. Display images or advertisements that contain polynomial expressions and ask

students to identify them.

3. Engage students in a class discussion on how polynomials are used in various

fields such as engineering, economics, and architecture.

Activity 1: Multiplying Polynomials

Materials: Whiteboard, markers, handouts with polynomial multiplication

problems

Instructions:
1. Review the concept of multiplying monomials and binomials.

2. Introduce the FOIL method for multiplying binomials.

3. Model examples of multiplying polynomials using the distributive property and

FOIL method.

4. Guide students in solving practice problems individually or in pairs.

5. Assess students' understanding through assessment questions.

Assessment Questions:

1. Multiply (2x + 3)(x - 4).

2. Find the product of (-3x + 2)(4x - 5).

Activity 2: Real-Life Problems Involving Polynomials

Materials: Worksheet with real-life word problems, calculators (optional)

Instructions:

1. Present real-life scenarios that involve polynomial multiplication, such as

calculating area or volume.

2. Discuss the steps in solving each problem and guide students in identifying the
polynomial expressions involved.

3. Distribute the worksheet with real-life word problems and allow students to work in
pairs or small groups to solve them.

4. Provide feedback and clarification as needed.

5. Assess students' understanding through assessment questions.

Assessment Questions:

1. A rectangular garden has a length of 3x + 2 meters and a width of x - 1 meters.

Find its area.

2. The volume of a box is given by the expression (2x + 1)(3x - 2)(x + 4). Find the
volume of the box when x = 2.

Activity 3: Finding the Products of Polynomials

Materials: Whiteboard, markers, index cards with polynomial expressions

Instructions:

1. Review the concept of multiplying polynomials.

2. Introduce the concept of finding the product of two or more polynomials.

3. Model examples of finding the product of polynomials using the distributive

property and FOIL method.

4. Distribute index cards with polynomial expressions to each student.

5. In pairs, students will take turns finding the product of the polynomials on their
index cards.

6. Students will exchange index cards and repeat the process with new partners.

7. Assess students' understanding through assessment questions.

Assessment Questions:

1. Find the product of (2x + 3)(x - 4)(x + 2).

2. Multiply (3x - 2)(x + 1)(x - 5).

Analysis:

After completing each activity, discuss and analyze the outcomes with the whole
class. Address any misconceptions and provide additional explanations or examples
as needed.

Abstraction:

Summarize the key concepts and techniques learned in multiplying polynomials,

recognizing real-life problems involving polynomials, and finding the products of
polynomials.

Application:

Provide the students with a real-life problem such as calculating the cost of materials
for a construction project using polynomial expressions. Guide them in solving the
problem using the concepts learned in class.
Assessment:

Teachers can assess the learning of the students based on the learning
objectives through various methods such as:

1. Written tests or quizzes on multiplying polynomials and solving real-life problems

involving polynomials.

2. Oral presentations or discussions where students explain their solutions to real-life

problems.

3. Performance-based assessments where students demonstrate their ability to

apply polynomial multiplication in real-life situations.

Assignment:

Assign students to create their own real-life word problems involving polynomial
multiplication. They should also provide the solutions and explain the steps taken to
arrive at the answers. This assignment will reinforce their understanding of the
concept and allow them to apply their knowledge creatively.