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 * Annotated Text Set **


 * Context for using the text set:** I would use this text set in a 10th grade Algebra II classroom. We would be studying linear equations and then soon after a unit on matrices. Students will learn how to subtract, add and multiply matrices as well as learn their properties, inverses and identities. The students in this class are from a suburban area and have average math skills. While it’s not an honors course, some student’s are above average, most students perform proficiently while a few have fallen below average.


 * A. Print Resources:**
 * Text #1:**
 * Citation: McGraw-Hill. (1998, January 1). //Algebra 2: integration application connection.// Columbus, OH: Glencoe/McGraw-Hill.
 * Text Summary: This is the textbook that would be used all year for this algebra 2 class.
 * Rationale: I chose this book because it is an easier read than some of the others and has clear definitions and examples.
 * Use of text: This text will mostly be used for either in class practice or homework.
 * Attachment: Not attached because this is a very large book.
 * Text #2:**
 * Citation: Lakeworks. (2008, January 16). //Matrix multiplication diagram//. Retrieved March 7, 2010 from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Matrix_multiplication_diagram_2.svg
 * Text Summary: This is a diagram of two matrices being multiplied and each answer is the same color as the row and column that were multiplied to obtain that answer.
 * Rationale: I like this matrix multiplication representation because it is straightforward and could be a great tool for those students who learn best through visuals.
 * Use of text: I would pass this diagram out before introducing matrix multiplication. I would go over how to multiply the matrices on the board first then introduce the diagram so that if students didn’t understand what I wrote on the board hopefully the image could help clarify.
 * Attachment: See attachment # 1
 * Text #3:**
 * Citation: Rapid Learning Team. (2010). //Matrices.// Retrieved March 7, 2010 from Rapid Learning Center website at http://www.rapidlearningcenter.com/mathematics/high-school-algebra/08-Matrices.html
 * Text Summary: This is a list of definitions of common terms that are used when teaching matrices.
 * Rationale: I selected this because I think it’s a valuable tool for students to have when working on assignments outside of class. It’s clear and concise and is a good reference in case they forget what something means.
 * Use of text: This would be given to students as something comparable to a study guide. They can refer to it whenever they need except during quizzes or tests.
 * Attachment: See attachments # 2
 * Text #4:**
 * Citation: Stapel, E. (2006). //Types of matrices//. Retrieved March 7, 2010 from Purple Math website at __http://www.purplemath.com/modules/matrices2.htm__.
 * Text Summary: This is a long informational piece about matrices. It talks about everything from what they are to how to manipulate them to matrix equality.
 * Rationale: I chose this because it provides good explanations with specific examples as well as asks questions for students to answer.
 * Use of text: Because it is lengthy, I would chose to only use the “type of matrices” part as a worksheet. Students would read through the informational parts and then answer the questions.
 * Attachment: See attachment #3
 * Text #5:**
 * Citation: Cool Math Team. (1997). //Determinants and Cramer’s rule for 2x2 systems.// Retrieved March 7, 2010 from CoolMath.com website at http://www.coolmath.com/algebra/14-determinants-cramers-rule/01-determinants-cramers-rule-2x2-01.htm
 * Text Summary: This is website helps teach students math. It has a really good lesson about finding determinants and using Cramer’s rule to solve equations.
 * Rationale: I selected this website because it is very student friendly. It uses lots of colors and it’s easy to find your way around the site. It’s clear and concise and uses terms and illustrations that are great for those visual learners.
 * Use of text: I would use this text as a helper for homework. I would tell my students this is a great resource if they get stuck or need help.
 * Attachment: See attachment # 4
 * B. Media Resources**
 * Text #6:**
 * Citation: Khanacademy. (2008, June 7). Introduction to matrices [video file]. Retrieved March 7, 2010 from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyAuNHPsq-g
 * Text Summary: This is a Youtube video that introduces matrices as though the mouse is holding chalk and writing on a blackboard with commentary from a male voice.
 * Rationale: I selected this because I think the narrator explains matrices really well, his voice is very easy to listen to and it’s a different approach to introducing a lesson.
 * Use of text: I would use this video at the beginning of a lesson to hopefully catch students attention and excite them a little bit and then go over the information again after.
 * Attachment: Go to website in citation.
 * Text #7:**
 * Citation: Khanacademy. (2008, June 14). Matrices to solve systems of equations [video file]. Retrieved March 7, 2010 from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUqeb9Z3y3k
 * Text Summary: This is a Youtube video that shows how to use a matrix in order to solve a system of equations.
 * Rationale: I chose this video because it’s one of the best I could find and I found that the voices on many videos are very monologue and that this narrators voice kept me engaged.
 * Use of text: Since this is a more difficult topic I would show this video after I taught the lesson so that students could further comprehend the information but see it portrayed in a different way.
 * Attachment: Go to website in citation.
 * C. Online interactive resources**
 * Text #8:**
 * Citation: Bourne, M. (2009, December 18). //Flash interactive//. Retrieved March 7, 2010 from Interactive Mathematics website at http://www.intmath.com/Matrices-determinants/4_Multiplying-matrices.php#matops
 * Text Summary: This text provides a fun and easy way to show how to add, subtract and multiply matrices. After choosing the type of matrix students want they can then click the next step button to see how to solve the problem step by step.
 * Rationale: I selected this site because it highlights the steps of how to solve the problem so students can visualize the process more easily where as demonstrating on a whiteboard can get confusing.
 * Use of text: I would use this text as a homework assignment. I would ask students to create 8 of their own problems and use the interactive activity to help them complete the problems and then bring them in to class the next day.
 * Attachment: See attachment # 5
 * Text #9:**
 * Citation: Glencoe. (2001). //Lesson 4-3 multiplying matrices.// Retrieved March 7, 2010 from Glencoe website at http://www.glencoe.com/sec/math/studytools/cgi-bin/msgQuiz.php4?isbn=0-02-825178-4&chapter=4&lesson=3
 * Text Summary: This text is an online quiz that test student’s knowledge about when you can and can’t multiply matrices as well as how to solve for them.
 * Rationale: I chose this quiz because I think it is very important for students to know the properties of matrices and this will help them learn those properties.
 * Use of text: I would assign this as a homework assignment after I had given instructions that day about those properties, students could use this as a self assessment to see what they have misunderstandings about.
 * Attachment: See attachment # 6
 * D. Instructional Resources**
 * Text #10:**
 * Citation: eTap. [n.d.]. //Algebra 2 lesson 1 matrices (grades 9-12).// Retrieved March 8, 2010 from etap website at https://www.etap.org/demo/algebra2/instructiontutor_last.html
 * Text Summary: This is a very detailed and organized lesson plan that covers everything I would want to cover about matrices. It gives some information, then models problems, then asks students to do problems and includes all the questions and answers.
 * Rationale: I selected this lesson plan because I think it would be an excellent fit for what I am trying to teach about matrices. It gives great information, make connections to real life examples and uses scaffolding. It is very similar to how I would like to teach this material.
 * Use of text: I love the examples that involve real life scenarios. This is great for students who are often unmotivated because they can’t see the connection to real life, most of what I would use from this lesson plan are the examples.
 * Attachment: Not attached because it is 15+ pages.


 * Using these texts together in the classroom:**

I would use these texts as a way to engage my students more. Math can be boring and predictable when teachers lecture then students practice problems. I would use the youtube videos as a way to get the students excited about learning and use many of the texts as homework assignments. These assignments aren’t just using the book, they’re using interactive websites and taking online quizzes with hints. Some of these texts will be used as study guides and references for students so they have more informational sources than just the textbook. I would use the diagram and lesson plan examples during instruction as a way to reach more student’s learning needs. My goal with these texts would be to present information in various ways so that I can raise the understanding of more students.


 * Learning Objectives:**

M(N&O)–AM–8 **Applies properties to** add and multiply numerical matrices with attention to the arithmetic properties of these operations. Algebraically and geometrically interpret vectors, vector addition, and scalar multiplication in the plane, with attention to arithmetic properties. Knows and uses the principle of mathematical induction. (Local)
 * Math Objective**: Students will be able to compute addition, subtraction and multiplication of numerical matrices.

R–10–7.3 Organizing information to show understanding or relationships among facts, ideas, and events (e.g., representing main/central ideas or details within text through charting, mapping, paraphrasing, summarizing, comparing/contrasting, outlining) (State)
 * Reading objective**: Student’s will be able to make connections to new material by building on prior knowledge and comprehending informational texts.
 * R–10–7** **Demonstrates** **initial understanding of informational texts (expository and practical texts) by…**

Alexa Rama: As math being one of my worst subjects, this lesson plans seems like it will be easy for students to grasp and understand. I like how you found a youtube video that helps explain matrices and the male voices seems like it will be very useful. You also incorporated many websites that will be useful for students who don't understand math very well. Overall, this seems like a great lesson plan for students to easily learn math.