Math Methodology Lesson Plans

In this lesson, Math Chat, students participate in a cooperative learning group in order to complete problem solving activities. Students work together with their group members to determine how to solve a problem. With each problem a different group member will lead the discussion. This lesson is a great way to reach all students in understanding how to solve problems by using this format.

If you are looking for an end-of-the-year math assessment, then this lesson could be for you! Your mathematicians are assessed on their ability to solve difficult, multi-step word problems that take quite a bit of thought and mathematical acumen. The five-day process culminates by having each individual present his problem, and its solution, to the class via PowerPoint.

Students investigate integers and solve problems using integers. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve problems to help improve speed and accuracy of mental math. They develop a deeper knowledge of the way integers are used on a daily basis.

Seventh graders use online math games to practice understanding the skill of estimation and order of operations. In this lesson, 7th graders use the internet to play online games to strengthen their understanding of these skills. 

An outstanding lesson on financial literacy is here for you. Learners are presented with six scenarios, then compute the amount of savings they will have in their accounts. They complete a series of exercises designed to teach them that they should begin saving as soon as possible and leave their savings in an interest bearing account as long as they can. This is a very complete lesson that includes all necessary components.

Young learners will view a math adventures video and practice math concepts.  Afterwards they will navigate through Internet sites to participate in teacher selected math adventures. This guide walks you through integrating technology with your math curriculum and provides links to internet resources. Lots of great ideas for incorporating technology into your classroom.

Learners do research on the components of the solar system, and engage in science, math, and language activities. They complete a series of worksheets. In teams, they create a display to present to their classmates.

Help learners practice their math skills by utilizing the Internet to research a mathematical topic.  Your math sleuths will investigate a science or social study topic from their curriculum and construct a Math Hunt Grid.  They create a short presentation as a group based on their math work in the lesson plan. Very engaging math problem-solving activity!

Second graders practice vocabulary related to measurement, mathematics, and dinosaurs. Using the engaging topic of dinosaurs, learners will calculate various information about dinosaurs and use measurement vocabulary. They will also answer problems using the math vocabulary and strategies. Real life examples and fun activities are inlcuded in this plan.

Students practice grade level math skills. For this math lesson, students solve math facts on index cards and collaboratively arrange them in numerical order on a jump rope. Correct order earns the team a chance to physically move towards a finish line. Game can be adapted for any grade level math skill.