Modeling / Direct instruction: 1) Discuss how you will model through a demonstration/example of a process or product that is aligned to learning objectives. Be as detailed as possible, and explain WHAT you are doing and HOW you are going to do it. Bullet point each step that takes place during this portion of the lesson plan. Learning Objective: Students will understand how to calculate the area of a rectangle using the formula Area = length width Area=length width, and apply this knowledge through hands-on activities. Step-by-Step Modeling Process: Step 1: Introduction to the Concept What: Begin the lesson by asking students if they know what area means. How: Facilitate a brief discussion, prompting students to think of real-life examples (e.g., floor space in a room, garden plots). Purpose: This connects the mathematical concept to students' prior knowledge and real-life situations. Step 2: Introduce the Formula What: Present the formula for the area of a rectangle: Area = length width Area=length width. How: Write the formula on the board, emphasizing each component (length and width). Use visuals, such as drawing a rectangle and labeling its sides. Purpose: Ensure students understand the components of the formula before applying it. Modeling / Direct instruction informal assessment: Discuss an informal assessment that will be used during this portion of the lesson plan