Unit 7, Lesson 1
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1) Slope on the xy plane

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Learning goals:
Students will be able to comprehend the concept of slope in the context of the xy plane, calculate the slope between two points, interpret slope as a rate of change, and apply this knowledge to analyze linear relationships.


Resources:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1H1K-479IauWzfjdHancSygnfJg6yf4NRzacKzHVHRok/edit#slide=id.g1eb8811d6a6_0_26


Learning activities:

  1. Definition of Slope:
    • Define slope as a measure of the steepness of a line.
    • Introduce the concept of rise over run and its connection to slope.
  2. Slope Formula:
    • Present the slope formula.
    • Break down the components of the formula and explain the meaning of each term.
  3. Interpretation of Slope:
    • Emphasize the geometric interpretation of slope in terms of vertical and horizontal movement between two points on a line.
    • Discuss positive, negative, zero, and undefined slopes.

Adaptaciones curriculares:
– MP (DT)
– DV (DT)