Common Sense Math
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Monee, Illinois, United States
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My journey as an educator began in the United States Navy where I taught algebra, trigonometry and advanced electronics. After further training I began developing classroom curricula, programmed instruction and assessments. Later I worked in industry directing a large and diverse training department for an international packaging company. After 8 years I gave up my executive position to teach in a Title 1 school district on Chicago's South Side. I quickly became lead teacher, and heavily involved in district curricula matters and teacher professional development. Since then I have worked with Governor's State University mentoring new teachers and providing professional development, and I have created a business providing teaching materials across the internet via my website - commoncoremath.net.
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Solving Problems in the Coordinate Plane - 6.G.3
Students graph and solve problems using the coordinate plane. Use as a lesson leader, for independent or guided practice, cooperative learning groups, math centers or assessments. Problems are scaffolded to account for classroom differentiation. NO PREP!
Suitable for smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable.
Objectives:
- Recognize points on the coordinate plane
- Plot between points on the coordinate plane
- Solve problems using the coordinate plane
Aligned to NCCS Math - 6.G.3
6 pa
5th - 8th
Geometry, Graphing, Math
CCSS
6.G.A.3
Compare Proportional Relationships - 8.EE.5
Graph proportional relationships and interpret the unit rate as the slope of the graph. Compare two different proportional relationships represented in different ways. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included.
Objectives:
- Comp
7th - 9th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS
8.EE.B.5
Proportional Relationships - 7.RP.2
Recognize and represent proportional relationships between quantities. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included.
Objectives:
- Determine whether two quantities are proportional by:
A.) testing for equivalent ratios in a table
6th - 8th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS
7.RP.A.2
, 7.RP.A.2a
, 7.RP.A.2b
 +2
Graph Ordered Pairs and Recognize Numerical Patters - 5.OA.3
Recognize patterns in input/output boxes and graph ordered pairs. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP.
Objectives:
- Analyze patterns in input/output tables
- Generate patterns using two given rules
- Graph sets of ordered pairs
- Recognize relationsh
4th - 7th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS
5.OA.B.3
Represent Arithmetic on Number Lines - 7.NS.1
Represent the addition and subtraction of rational numbers on a number line. Understand adding opposite integers equals zero, and the concept of absolute value. Interpret sums and differences in real world context. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PR
6th - 8th
Graphing, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
7.NS.A.1
, 7.NS.A.1a
, 7.NS.A.1b
 +2
Plotting Points on the Coordinate Plane - 5.G.1
Introduction to coordinate plane and plotting points. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP.
Objectives:
- Recognize the coordinate plane, its axes and quadrants
- Use the plane to identify specific points
- Plot selected points on the coordinate plane
4th - 7th
Graphing, Math
CCSS
5.G.A.1
Slope and the Coordinate Plane - 8.EE.6
Explore slope through lines on the coordinate planes, formulas, and triangles. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included.
Objectives:
- Determine slope of non-verticle lines on the coordinate plane
- Write equations for graphed l
7th - 9th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS
8.EE.B.6
Simultaneous Linear Equations - 8.EE.8
Analyze and solve pairs of simultaneous equations. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included.
Objectives:
- Know systems of equations can have one, infinite or no solutions
- Understand solutions of two linear equation systems wit
7th - 9th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS
8.EE.C.8
, 8.EE.C.8a
, 8.EE.C.8b
 +1
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Experience
My journey as an educator began in the United States Navy where I taught algebra, trigonometry and advanced electronics. After further training I began developing classroom curricula, programmed instruction and assessments. Later I worked in industry directing a large and diverse training department for an international packaging company. After 8 years I gave up my executive position to teach in a Title 1 school district on Chicago's South Side. I quickly became lead teacher, and heavily involved in district curricula matters and teacher professional development. Since then I have worked with Governor's State University mentoring new teachers and providing professional development, and I have created a business providing teaching materials across the internet via my website - commoncoremath.net.
Teaching style
I develop classroom lessons based on engaging as many students as possible through multiple intelligences. Each new topic is presented using a combination of cooperative learning, guided and independent practice, audio/visual input, and hands-on activities. I use feedback to hone lessons and constantly try new methods. I am not a fan of "high-stakes testing", but I appreciate the direction provided by well written standards. Many teachers feel they "know what the kids need to learn". I appreciate the input of experts. Standards provide assurance we are working on the right things at the right time. I believe they make a teacher's job easier. It is important that standards are reviewed and continually improved.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Master Training Specialist - United States Navy. Instructor of the Year - Great Lakes Naval Station. Dean's list all semesters at both NIU and SIU. Graduated Cum Laude from SIU.
My own education history
Governor's State University - k-9 Illinois Teaching Certificate. Northern Illinois University - Master of Science in Education
Southern Illinois University - Bachelor of Sciene in Education,
Cum Laude. Naval Instructor Training School - Completed with Honors. Naval Curriculum Development School - Completed with Honors. Naval Test Development School - Completed with Honors.
Additional biographical information
I currently maintain the website - https://www.commoncoremath.net. You can find free, common sense content for every kindergarten through seventh grade math standard; all aligned to the common core. Members have access to at least 10 pages per standard.
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