Collaboration is the key for this equation-solving lesson. Learners solve a multi-step linear equation that requires using the distributive property. Within collaborative groups, scholars discuss multiple methods and troubleshoot mistakes.

Concepts

equations, algebraic equations, multi-step equations, one variable equations

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Provide collaborative groups with the student dialogue and ask them to write a summary of the discussion
• Ask pupils to solve the initial problem using three different methods

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils must be proficient with solving multi-step linear equations

Pros

• Includes an answer key
• Provides reflection questions to help your class think about the concept further

Cons

• None

Common Core

6.EE.B.5 7.NS.A.2.a 7.NS.A.2.b 8.EE.C.7.a MP1 MP7 MP8