Provide "acknowledged body of knowledge" related to the concept. Emphasize the most significant aspects of the concept in an organized, organic manner. Present information sequentially so students see continuity. Draw attention to important, discrete details; don't swamp students with myriad facts.

Instruction: Order of Operations, Evaluating Expressions

Objective: To provide instruction on the order of operations and evaluating expressions.

Activity: Introduce the lesson by having students interpret this sentence without punctuationñPaul said the teacher is very intelligent. Ask the students, "Who is intelligent?" Discuss the importance of punctuation in giving meaning to the statement. Relate this to the importance of symbols of operation in math and how the order affects the answer. Topics to be taught: Order of Operations, Writing and Evaluating Expressions.

Assessment: Participation in class discussions and notetaking.