Lesson Plan

Matching Quadratic Functions

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Ever sigh when learners ask why they have to know so many different forms of the quadratic equation? Here is a lesson that comes in handy! Using hands-on matching activities, quadratic equations are explored through their graphical representations. 

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Pair struggling learners with advanced learners for peer teaching during the matching activities
  • Instead of a gallery walk, facilitate classroom sharing with a document camera
  • Use the activity as a review assignment
Classroom Considerations
  • Students must be familiar with three forms and graphs of quadratics—vertex form, standard form, and intercept form.
  • Presumes learners have factored quadratics and practiced completing the square
Pros
  • Hands-on activity is engaging
  • Includes a graphic organizer and an exit ticket
Cons
  • It takes time to prepare the matching pieces prior to implementing the lesson