This modeling activity can be useful for an Algebra teacher that wants to integrate technology in the curriculum. The central focus of this modeling activity is for students to gain confidence as they learn how to manipulate linear equations into slope-intercept form in order to graph the lines and find the solution. Since the modeling class size is small, about half of the students will be able to use the SMART Board, at a time, to help them reach the learning targets. Essential questions for students to answer during this lesson include:

• What does a system of equations look like?
• How do I graph a system of equations?
• Can I graph an equation that is not in slope-intercept form?
• How can I find the solution on the graph?
• What does a written solution look like?
• What is difficult about this method?
• What do I like about this method?
• When is this method best used?

Here is the detailed modeling activity plus the lesson plan :

Modeling Technology Explanation

Modeling Technology Lesson Plan

And here is a link to a video that can walk you through setting up a graph on the SMART Board: