Title: Solving Two-Step Equations

Estimated Time of Completion: 1 hour

Objective: Upon completion of this lesson, students will be able to accurately solve two-step equations and demonstrate real-world applications of this knowledge in a written response.

Materials: Desmos activity, Canvas discussion module

Procedures:

1. Whole Group Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Explain to students the concept of solving two-step equations and why it is useful to know how to do in real world applications. Demonstrate a few examples of two-step equations and have students discuss how they can be solved.
2. Desmos Activity (20 minutes):
   • Assign the Desmos activity “Solve and Graph Two-Step Equations” to the class. This activity should provide students with guided practice in solving two-step equations. Spend some time walking through with the class the first few problems and then have students work in pairs to complete the rest. Allow students to ask questions in the chat or on the discussion board.
3. Whole Group Discussion (10 minutes):
   • Have a discussion about how different ways to solve two-step equations such as using inverse operations and the distributive property.
4. Real World Application (15 minutes):
   • Provide students with an example of a real-world application of two-step equations (e.g. A local restaurant is selling slices of pizza for $2.50 per slice. If you buy 8 slices, how much will it cost?). Ask students to solve the problem and explain their answer.
5. Canvas Discussion (10 minutes):
   • Ask students to use the Canvas discussion board to work together in pairs to explain how they solved the problem and provide at least one other real-world example. Students should be encouraged to support one another and ask questions as needed.

Closure:

Review and assess student understanding by asking them to explain the process of solving two-step equations and discussing the real-world application. Remind them to use the Canvas discussion board to help each other as needed.