Lesson Objective:

The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to the concept of functions and help them recognize
different types of functions such as linear, quadratic, and exponential functions. Students will understand
the practical applications of functions in everyday life, such as calculating distances, modeling growth or
decay, and predicting future trends.

Opening:

To grab students' attention, start the class by sharing a real-life scenario where functions are used. For
example, discuss how food prices in the local market change over time and how we can use functions to
calculate the average increase or decrease in prices. Highlight the relevance of this lesson in the lives of
Indian students studying in low-income schools by explaining how understanding functions can help
them make informed decisions about expenditure and budgeting.

Introduction to New Material:

- Begin by defining a function as a relationship between two variables in which each input value has a
unique output value.

- Explain that functions can be represented using graphs, tables, and equations. Show examples of each
representation for different types of functions.

- Teach students the characteristics of linear, quadratic, and exponential functions using clear
explanations and illustrative examples.

- Discuss the differences between these types of functions and encourage students to identify their key
features.

- Address potential misunderstandings, such as the confusion between linear and exponential growth.
Use examples to clarify the distinctions and provide opportunities for students to ask questions and seek
clarification.

- Engage students in the lesson by asking them to identify different types of functions in their daily lives.
For example, they can think about the relationship between time spent studying and grades obtained, or
the relationship between distance traveled and time taken.

Guided Practice:

- Have students work in pairs to classify given functions as linear, quadratic, or exponential. Provide them
with a set of graphs, tables, and equations to analyze and explain their reasoning.

- Conduct a class discussion to review and reinforce their understanding of the key characteristics of each
type of function.
- Engage students in a group activity where they create real-life scenarios and represent them using
different types of functions.

- Provide individual practice exercises to solve problems involving functions, such as finding the slope of
a linear function or identifying the vertex of a quadratic function.

Independent Practice:

1. Determine whether the following tables represent linear, quadratic, or exponential functions:

a) x | y

1|3

2|6

3 | 12

b) x | y

1|4

2|8

3 | 16

c) x | y

1|1

2|4

3|9

2. Write the equation for the linear function represented by the given graph: [Include the graph]

3. Identify the type of function represented by the equation: y = 5x^2 + 2x + 3.

4. Determine whether the following functions are increasing, decreasing, or constant:

a) y = 2x + 1

b) y = -3x^2 + 4

c) y = 3^x

Closing:

1. Ask students to summarize the main types of functions discussed in the class and provide examples
from their daily lives.
2. In groups, have students create a poster showing practical applications of functions in different
contexts, such as finance, sports, or population growth.

3. Encourage students to reflect on how understanding functions can help them make better decisions in
various aspects of their lives, such as managing their expenses or predicting trends in their community.

Time Allocation:

- Opening: 5 minutes

- Introduction to New Material: 15 minutes

- Guided Practice: 12 minutes

- Independent Practice: 10 minutes

- Closing: 3 minutes