Purple Haze 4

Answer the questions in yellow

Candidate Name:

Standard:  2 Instructional Planning:

The teacher plans using state and local school district curricula and standards, effective strategies, resources, and data to  address the differentiated needs of all  students.

Framework for Teaching Component(s)

Domain 1: Planning and Preparation 

1b. Demonstrating Knowledge of Students 

1c. Setting Instructional Outcomes 

1e: Designing coherent instruction

Description of the artifact:

· 3 Day Lesson Plan (Math 3rd grade)

· Detailed Annotations Document based on the above lesson plan

Purpose (with “in order to” statement):

The academic purpose of the students in this lesson plan is to develop a foundational understanding of and fluency with the properties of multiplication and division—specifically, the commutative, associative, and distributive properties. Through targeted activities, they learn not only to identify these properties but also to apply them to simplify problem-solving and find unknowns within multiplication and division equations. This understanding helps students build efficiency and flexibility in their mathematical reasoning, supporting their ability to:

1. Use properties to simplify calculations and solve unknowns, an essential skill as they progress in math.

2. Gain insight into the structure of math operations by recognizing patterns and relationships, fostering deeper comprehension beyond rote memorization.

3. Lay groundwork for algebraic thinking by equipping them to understand and manipulate equations and expressions. This academic purpose ensures that students are developing the skills needed for higher-level math, where properties are used for more complex problem-solving and equation balancing.

How does the artifact demonstrate proficiency in the TAPS standard and related Danielson competencies?

What did you learn? What insights have you gained about your professional practice?

What have you realized about what else you need to know and what skills you need to develop in relation to this standard and these competencies?

Identify one high-leverage action step that you can take that will have a positive impact on teaching and learning.