I created these anchor charts in Canva to teach students mathematical academic language. It visually breaks down the parts of an algebraic equation and labels them with proper terminology. By using this tool during instruction, students were provided with clear and structured language cues that scaffolded their understanding of math concepts. I also referred back to this chart in subsequent lessons to reinforce the use of academic language.
This artifact supports student learning by:
Building Vocabulary Confidence: Students can differentiate between related terms, such as "expression" and "equation," reducing confusion.
Visual Clarity: The color-coded sections emphasize connections between terms, helping students better understand and apply mathematical language.
Proposed Modifications:
Based on its effect on student learning, I would modify the anchor chart for future use by:
Improving Accessibility: Adjusting colors to ensure readability in grayscale will make the chart equally effective for photocopied handouts.
Expanding Vocabulary: Adding additional terms like 'solution set,' 'isolate,' or 'operation' would enrich the chart's usefulness.
Blank Space: Creating space for students to add notes or examples themselves could foster active learning and engagement.