Course
/ Geometry / Grade / 10
Unit Number / 1 / Unit Title / Shapes and Patterns
Time Frame / 3 – 4 Weeks

STAGE 1 – Desired Results

Unit Description

Recognizing patterns, making conjectures, and reasoning inductively helps us analyze geometric relationships that improve the understanding of our world.

Enduring Understandings

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Essential Questions

·  In mathematics and in the natural world, patterns exist and recur; identifying and analyzing those patterns can help us achieve greater understanding as well as make better decisions and predictions. / ·  What is the significance of symbols and “good definitions” in geometry?
·  How does inductive reasoning help us make decisions?

Students will know…

·  inductive reasoning in problem solving.
·  basic geometric figures such as points, lines, and planes.
·  midpoint formula.
·  segment Addition Postulate, Ruler Postulate, Angle Addition Postulate, Protractor Postulate. / Students will be able to…·  Recognize inductive reasoning in a real-life situation.
·  Name and draw basic geometric figures.
·  Measure angles.
·  Find the length and midpoint of a segment.

Grade-Level Expectations

1. Simplify and determine the value of radical expressions. [N-2-H, N-7-H]

5. Write the equation of a line of best fit for a set of 2-variable real-life data presented in table of scatter plot form, with or without technology. [A-2-H, D-2-H]

9. Construct 2- and 3- dimensional figures when given the name, description, or attributes with and without technology. [G-1-H]

10. Form and test conjectures concerning geometric relationships including lines, angles, and polygons, with and without technology. [G-1-H]

16. Represent and solve problems using distance on a number line or in the plane. [G-3-H]

17. Compare and contrast inductive and deductive reasoning approaches to justify conjectures and solve problems. [G-4-H, G-6-H]

20. Show or justify the correlation between a linear or a nonlinear set and a graph. [D-2-H]

22. Interpret and summarize a set of experimental data presented in a table, bar graph, line graph, scatter plot or circle graph. [D-7-H]

24. Use counting procedures and techniques to solve real –life problems. [D-9-H]

25. Use discrete math to model real-life situations. [D-9-H]

26. Generalize and represent patterns symbolically, with and without technology. [P-1-H]

27. Translate among tabular, graphic, symbolic representations of patterns in real-life situations, with or without technology. [A-3-H, P-2-H]

Foundation Skills

Communication

·  Writing, Speaking, Visually Representing

o  Organize data/information

o  Analyze the prompt/question

o  Match content to audience

·  Reading, Listening, Viewing

o  Conduct ongoing evaluation & reflection

o  Analyze information

o  Determine purpose

o  Analyze words.

o  Apply/transfer knowledge.

Problem Solving

·  Identification/analysis of problem or challenge

o  Analyze problem

o  Represent problem

·  Application of knowledge and thinking processes

o  Decision Making

o  Reasoning

o  Inquiry

·  Reach a solution

o  Analyze and select approach

o  Implement and evaluate solution

o  Use creative thinking to generate multiple solutions

Resource Access & Knowledge

·  Select and utilize technology tools

o  Utilize tools

o  Select appropriate tool for task

·  Employ operations of technology systems

o  Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology

Linking & Generating Knowledge

·  Link

o  Elaboration

o  Transfer knowledge

·  Generate

o  Present material in written, oral, and/or visual forms

o  Produce quality products reflecting original purpose

Citizenship

·  Cooperation

o  Contribute to overall effort of group

o  Work well with diverse individuals and diverse situations.

·  Accountability

o  Ask for help when needed

o  Express feelings appropriately

o  Respond to offers of help appropriately

·  Knowledge

o  Use tools to organize & manage information

o  Review information in order to keep abreast of changes

·  Guidance

o  Develop positive leadership skills/respond to appropriate leadership of others.

Unit Plan – Revised 7/26/2007 2