Key+Concept

Rationale:
The students have learned many methods of factoring polynomials but are having trouble deciding on which method should be used. I believe that having these different methods separated with clear explanations can enable my students to use the appropriate method.

Course:
Algebra - factoring. This strategy is implemented with ninth and tenth grade Algebra students who need more structure in learning.

Diverse learners:
This strategy would mostly benefit all the types of learners. Visual – They will see the words on the graphic organizer everyday. Auditory – They will be able to state their answers. Kinesthetic – They will be asked to copy the rules onto the graphic organizer.

Procedure:
1) The teacher passes out 4 tables each with the four sections. Key Concept - Rules - Examples - Practice 2) I told them to label each table the name of the four methods we have learned: GCF, Grouping, Trial/Error, and DOTS. 3) We did the GCF together as a class and filled out each section of the learning strategy. 4) Each student then had to fill out each of the remaining methods on their own by using their own knowledge, book, and notes. 5) Each student will use this completed strategy on their next quiz over factoring.

Potential Issues:
A problem that might occur is that some students may be behind in their notes and will have to share notes to complete this graphic organizer.

Materials:
Copy of