Lesson Plan: Multiplying 2-Digit Numbers for Year 7-8 Students in New Zealand

Subject: Mathematics

Curriculum Area and Level:

- Curriculum Area: Number and Algebra
- Level: Year 7-8 (Intermediate)

Lesson Duration: 35 minutes

Class Size: 13 students

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the process of multiplying 2-digit numbers together
2. Apply multiplication strategies to solve problems involving 2-digit numbers

Resources:

- Whiteboard and markers
- Multiplication table
- Worksheets for practice

Lesson Outline:

1. Introduction (5 minutes)
- Define multiplication and explain its importance in everyday life.
- Discuss the significance of learning how to multiply 2-digit numbers.

2. Review of Multiplication and Place Value (5 minutes)
- Quick review of basic multiplication facts and place value in 2-digit numbers.

3. Multiplying 2-Digit Numbers (15 minutes)
- Demonstrate step-by-step the process of multiplying 2-digit numbers.
- Give examples and allow students to practice on whiteboards.
- Encourage students to share their strategies for solving multiplication problems.

4. Guided Practice (5 minutes)
- Work through a few practice problems together as a class.
- Provide guidance and feedback on students' approaches to multiplication.

5. Independent Practice (5 minutes)
- Distribute worksheets with a variety of 2-digit multiplication problems.
- Students work independently to solve the multiplication problems.

6. Review and Wrap-Up (5 minutes)
- Review key concepts and strategies learned during the lesson.
- Address any questions or concerns from students.

Assessment:

- Observation during guided and independent practice
- Review of completed worksheets for accuracy

Extension Activities:

- Challenge students with more complex 2-digit multiplication problems
- Encourage students to create their own 2-digit multiplication problems for peers to solve

References:

- NZ Curriculum Online - Mathematics/
- NCEA - Mathematics Standards/

Note:

- Further activities to reinforce multiplication skills can include online interactive games, real-life problem-solving scenarios, and peer tutoring.
- Encourage a growth mindset by praising students' efforts and perseverance in tackling challenging multiplication problems.