1. Standard
   1. Ma.7w : Use algebraic methods to solve linear equations in one variable (including all forms that require rearrangement).
2. Objectives and Scaffolding Strategies
   1. A multi-tiered approach
   2. Objective 1: Students will be able to understand order of operations and use inverse operations to maintain equivalence, and solve for the variable.
      1. Cue Cards
         1. algebravocabularycards.pdf
      2. Visual scaffolding
   3. Objective 2: Students will be able to use order of operations and prioritize the reverse order of it to solve two step equations.
      1. Manipulatives
      2. Advanced Organizers
   4. Objective 3: Students will be able to apply the distributive property to simplify algebraic equations before solving.
      1. Modeling
      2. Visual aids
      3. Handouts
   5. Objective 4:Students will be able to prioritize the application of inverse operations to solve algebraic equations with pronumerals on both sides of the equation.
      1. Gradual Release of Reponsibility
   6. Objective 5: Students will be able to use the distributive property to simplify algebraic equations with pronumerals on both sides of the equation and solve the equation.
      1. Advance organizers
         1. solving-equation-foldable.pdf
3. Key Factors about Students
   1. Prior Knowledge
   2. Readiness Levels
      1. Advanced
      2. Slower paced
   3. Special Needs
      1. ADHD
      2. ELL
4. Big Ideas
   1. Following the rules lead to solution
   2. Use of Order of Operations and Inverse Operations to maintain equality of equation leads to solution.