Lesson Plan:

Topic: Pythagoras Theorem
Objectives:
-Students should be able to recognize and explain the Pythagoras Theorem
-Students will be able to solve simple arithmetic problems using the theorem

Materials needed:
-Whiteboard
-Pen
-Board markers
-Student worksheets in math

Procedure:

1. Introduction (10 minutes):
-Introduce the Pythagoras Theorem: “Today we are going to look at the Pythagoras Theorem. Who can tell me what they already know about it?”
-Explain what the theorem is and why it’s important: “The Pythagoras Theorem is a way to calculate the length of one side of a right triangle from the other two sides. It is used in all kinds of everyday situations like engineering and surveying.”

2. Guided practice (10 minutes):
-Go over the theorem and how it works: “The theorem states that in a right triangle, the sum of the squares of the two shorter sides is equal to the square of the longer side.”
-Present some practice exercises with students to answer:
Questions
-What is the Pythagoras Theorem?
-What equation represents the Pythagoras Theorem?
-When would you need to use the Pythagoras Theorem?

Exercise:
-Draw a right triangle on the board and have students label the sides. Ask the class to calculate the length of the longest side using the theorem.

3. Independent practice (10 minutes):
-Give the students worksheets in math to practice working on the theorem themselves with problems.

4. Summary (5 minutes):
-Review the lesson and the concepts discussed: “Today we learned about the Pythagoras Theorem and how it can be used to calculate the length of one side of a right triangle from the other two sides. Do you have any questions?”