*NO PREP* Connecting Representations: Linear Equations & Scenarios (WKST & PPT)

Connecting representations is a math routine that you can use with your students to foster their structural thinking. This routine enables students to pay close attention to details in different representations. This routine works great to support the development of students observational skills and is a great opportunity to develop their vocabulary and verbal development in the world of math. In this CR, students will match linear equations to scenarios.

Implementation Recommendations

• If this is the first time using the connecting representations routine, plan for this lesson to take up to 1 hour.
• Students should be seated in pairs. Partnership can be pre-assigned (if necessary). Consider pairing kids with varied strengths. Pair English language learners with students they feel comfortable communicating with; English language learners may feel more comfortable being points over speakers.
• As an activity launch, have the students annotate the scenarios for key information. Provide an annotation guide for the best results.
• Make use of a visible timer during silent observation and partner sharing to keep students on task.
• After a pair shares a connection at the board, call on volunteers to recall what the pair shared to reinforce learning.
• Provide a designated pointing tool or ruler to pointers sharing at the board.
• Circulate while students are creating representations to assess and extend their learning.
• If time permits Use a document camera to share the representations that students create.
• For full implementation recommendations, download the bundle that includes the lesson plan.