Algebra 1- Simplifying Radicals

Teacher : Maura Anderson

Course/ Subject/Unit: 

Algebra 1 

Unit

Topic: Simplifying Radicals 

Date of Instruction: 

Standard(s):

MGSE9-12.N.RN.2 Rewrite expressions involving radicals.

Learning Target:

• I can simplify radicals and radical expressions.

Success Criteria:

• I can identify perfect squares.

• I can identify factors and use a factor tree to simplify radicals.

• I can simplify radicals that contain variables.

• I can perform radical operations.

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

Activities & Assignments

Text(s)/Resources Used

1. Recall as many perfect squares as possible and write them down.

2. Guided Notes- Simplifying Radicals

3. Guided Examples- I do, We do, You do. Teacher will complete problems as examples. Teacher and student will go through problems together. Students will complete problems on their own.

4. Practice- Simplifying Radicals 1 (Constants Only)

5. Practice- Simplifying Radicals 2 (with variables)

6. Review Activities (Choice of 2)

1. Students who need more review on the basics will complete a puzzle containing problems without variables. 

2. Students who are sure about the basics will complete a color by number activity containing problems with variables. 

7. Practice- Radical Expressions (Adding and Subtracting)

8. Practice- Radical Expressions (Multiplying)

9. Review- Radicals 

Differentiation/Summarizing/Check for Understanding

• Scaffolding and small groups will be used for students who are struggling to clarify for understanding.

• Shortened assignments for struggling students.

• Teachers will visually and orally assess students throughout the class period and will frequently check for understanding.

• Students who need extra help with work one on one or in a small group with the teacher. 

• Today’s Guided and Independent Practice will be checked together as a class for understanding, graded and students will have the opportunity to ‘fix’ missed problems.

• Students have unlimited attempts at Weekly Assignments, Tests/Quizzes with the help of the teacher, giving more opportunity for understanding, exposure and success.