Rule of 5 Overview

How it works

Linear equations are expressed through a combination of:

1. Graphs
2. Tables
3. Equations
4. Pictures
5. Explanations \ Word Problems

Example page from an interactive notebook

Good Example of a Quadratic

Benefits for Students with LD

•                Multiple Entry Points

•                Concrete application for abstract concepts

•                Provides routine/structure

•                Builds problem solving abilities

•                Generalizable

•                Can involve manipulatives

Subjects

•                Pre-Algebra, 

•                Algebra I & II

•                Geometry

How it’s Used

•                Interactive Notebook

•                With Cloze components

•                With manipulative's (dice, Lincoln logs, toothpicks, tiles)

Differentiated by nature

Linear equations are often understood in only one way. The Rule of 5 provides teachers a tool to teach the concept from a number of different perspectives. This is essential for students with learning disabilities to be successful in the general education curriculum.  Multiple points of entry make for multiple points of access.

Summary

Teaching strategy to target high-school students with a variety of learning disabilities where instruction is differentiated through graphing, data tables, formulas, visual representations, or written/verbal explanations.  This strategy emphasizes the connections between the various representations of the concept.