Scribd
Upload
3 views

pattern

lesson plan

Uploaded by

rudyjr abaro
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
3 views

pattern

lesson plan

Uploaded by

rudyjr abaro
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 2

Lesson Plan: Observing and Generalizing Patterns

Lesson Objectives:

1. Students will be able to identify and describe patterns in sequences and shapes.
2. Students will be able to generalize the observed patterns to make predictions or formulate rules.
3. Students will be able to apply their understanding of patterns to solve problems.

Materials Needed:

 Whiteboard and markers


 Graph paper or grid paper
 Pattern blocks or cut-out shapes
 Handouts with pattern exercises
 Computers or tablets (optional, for digital pattern tools)

Introduction

1. Engage with a Pattern Puzzle:


o Show students a simple pattern puzzle on the board. For example, present a sequence like 2,
4, 8, 16, and ask students to predict the next number.
o Discuss how they approached finding the pattern and the reasoning behind their predictions.
2. Objective Overview:
o Explain that today’s lesson will focus on observing patterns, understanding their structure,
and generalizing these patterns to make predictions.

Direct Instruction

1. Identifying Patterns:
o Concept Explanation: Define what a pattern is—repeating or growing sequences in
numbers, shapes, or other elements.
o Examples: Provide various types of patterns, such as numerical sequences (e.g., 3, 6, 9, 12),
geometric patterns (e.g., alternating shapes), and patterns in real-world contexts (e.g.,
seasons, days of the week).
2. Generalizing Patterns:
o Concept Explanation: Show how to find a general rule or formula from the observed
pattern.
o Example: For the sequence 1, 4, 9, 16, the pattern is the sequence of perfect squares.
Generalize this to n2n^2n2 where n is the position in the sequence.
o Activity: Write several different patterns on the board and guide students through the process
of generalizing a rule or formula for each.

Guided Practice

1. Pattern Identification and Generalization:


o Hand out pattern blocks or cut-out shapes. Ask students to create their own patterns using
these materials.
o Students will observe the patterns they’ve created and then generalize the pattern by
describing the rule or sequence.
2. Practice Problems:
o Provide a set of problems where students need to identify the pattern and then generalize it.
Examples include:
 Number sequences: 5, 10, 15, 20, …
 Geometric patterns: a sequence of shapes (circle, square, triangle) repeated.

Independent Practice

1. Application Exercise:
o Distribute a handout with a variety of patterns (both numerical and geometric). Students
should identify and generalize the pattern for each.
o Example Problem: Given the sequence 2, 6, 12, 20, find the 10th term and describe the
pattern.
2. Real-World Connection:
o Ask students to find patterns in everyday life (e.g., calendar dates, architectural designs) and
generalize them.

Review and Closing

1. Review Key Concepts:


o Recap the methods for identifying and generalizing patterns. Highlight key strategies such as
looking for repetition, changes, and relationships between elements.
2. Q&A:
o Allow time for students to ask questions and clarify any doubts they might have about pattern
identification and generalization.
3. Assessment:
o Give students worksheets to answer.

4. Homework Assignment:
o Assign a worksheet with additional pattern problems to reinforce the day's learning.

You might also like