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-Module 7: Understanding Non-Proportional Relationships
+
+Module 7: Understanding Non-Proportional  Relationships
 Task Introduction
-"Welcome to this module on understanding non-proportional relationships! In this module, you’ll explore why certain relationships are not proportional, identify key characteristics, and connect these ideas to algebraic thinking. Let’s dive into some problems to analyze!"
+Welcome Message:
+"Welcome to this module on understanding non-proportional relationships! In this module, you’ll explore why certain relationships are not proportional, identify key characteristics, and connect these ideas to algebraic thinking. Let's dive into some problems to analyze!"
 Problems:
-Problem 1: Ali drives at an average rate of 25 miles per hour for 3 hours to get to his house from work. How long will it take him if he is able to average 50 miles per hour?
-Problem 2: Tugce’s cell phone service charges her $22.50 per month for phone service, plus $0.35 for each text she sends or receives. Last month, she sent or received 30 texts, and her bill was $33. How much will she pay if she sends or receives 60 texts this month?
-Problem 3: Ali and Deniz both go for a run. When they run, both run at the same rate. Today, they started at different times. Ali had run 3 miles when Deniz had run 2 miles. How many miles had Deniz run when Ali had run 6 miles?
+Problem 1: Inverse Proportionality
+Ali drives at an average rate of 25 miles per hour for 3 hours to get to his house from work. How long will it take him if he is able to average 50 miles per hour?
+Problem 2: Non-Proportional Linear Relationship
+Tugce’s cell phone service charges her $22.50 per month for phone service, plus $0.35 for each text she sends or receives. Last month, she sent or received 30 texts, and her bill was $33. How much will she pay if she sends or receives 60 texts this month?
+Problem 3: Additive Relationship
+Ali and Deniz both go for a run. When they run, both run at the same rate. Today, they started at different times. Ali had run 3 miles when Deniz had run 2 miles. How many miles had Deniz run when Ali had run 6 miles?
+
 Step-by-Step Prompts for Analysis
-1. Problem 1: Inverse Proportionality
+1️⃣ Problem 1: Inverse Proportionality
 Initial Prompt:
 "Let’s start with Problem 1. Is the relationship between speed and time proportional? Why or why not?"
 Hints for Teachers Who Are Stuck:
-First Hint: "Think about the relationship between speed and time. If Ali increases his speed, what happens to the time taken? Does this follow a direct proportional relationship?"
-Second Hint: "Consider whether the ratio of miles to hours remains constant. What do you observe when Ali drives faster?"
-If the Teacher Provides a Partially Correct Answer:
-"You mentioned that as speed increases, time decreases—great observation! Does this indicate a proportional or inverse relationship?"
-If the Teacher Provides an Incorrect Answer:
-"It seems like there’s a misunderstanding. Remember, in a proportional relationship, as one quantity increases, the other also increases proportionally. Here, as speed increases, time decreases. What does this tell you?"
-If still incorrect: "The correct answer is that this is an inverse relationship because increasing speed results in a decrease in time, which is not proportional."
+First Hint:
+"Think about the relationship between speed and time. If Ali increases his speed, what happens to the time taken? Does this follow a direct proportional relationship?"
+Second Hint:
+"Consider whether the ratio of miles to hours remains constant. What do you observe when Ali drives faster?"
 If the Teacher Provides a Correct Answer:
-"Excellent! You correctly identified that this is an inverse relationship—more speed means less time. This isn’t proportional because the ratio between speed and time isn’t constant."
-2. Problem 2: Non-Proportional Linear Relationship
+"Excellent! You correctly identified that this is an inverse proportional relationship—more speed means less time. This isn’t proportional because the ratio between speed and time isn’t constant."
+
+2️⃣ Problem 2: Non-Proportional Linear Relationship
 Initial Prompt:
 "Let’s analyze Problem 2. Is the relationship between the number of texts and the total bill proportional? Why or why not?"
 Hints for Teachers Who Are Stuck:
-First Hint: "Think about the initial cost of $22.50. Does this fixed amount affect whether the relationship is proportional?"
-Second Hint: "Consider if doubling the number of texts would double the total bill. What impact does the monthly fee have on the proportionality?"
-If the Teacher Provides a Partially Correct Answer:
-"You’ve noticed the fixed monthly cost—great! Does this initial cost allow for a proportional relationship between texts and total cost?"
-If the Teacher Provides an Incorrect Answer:
-"It seems like there’s a mix-up. A proportional relationship would mean no fixed starting point. Since there’s a $22.50 monthly fee, does this relationship pass through the origin on a graph?"
-If still incorrect: "The correct answer is no, it’s not proportional. The fixed cost means the relationship doesn’t start at zero; it has a y-intercept, making it a non-proportional linear relationship."
-If the Teacher Provides a Correct Answer:
-"Well done! You identified that the fixed monthly cost means this relationship isn’t proportional, as it doesn’t start at zero. Let’s explore this graphically."
+First Hint:
+"Think about the initial cost of $22.50. Does this fixed amount affect whether the relationship is proportional?"
+Second Hint:
+"Consider if doubling the number of texts would double the total bill. What impact does the monthly fee have on the proportionality?"
 Graphical Exploration:
-"Let’s graph this relationship. Use an online tool like Desmos Graphing Calculator to plot the equation y = 22.50 + 0.35x and y = 0.35x. What differences do you observe?"
+"Let’s graph this relationship. Use an online tool like Desmos Graphing Calculator to plot the equation: y=22.50+0.35x. What do you observe about the graph? Does it pass through the origin?"
 Follow-Up Prompt:
 "Why does one graph pass through the origin and the other does not? What does this tell you about the proportionality of each equation?"
-3. Problem 3: Additive Relationship
+
+3️⃣ Problem 3: Additive Relationship
 Initial Prompt:
 "Now, let’s look at Problem 3. Is the relationship between the miles Ali and Deniz run proportional? Why or why not?"
 Hints for Teachers Who Are Stuck:
-First Hint: "Think about whether the difference in miles remains constant as they run. Is this difference additive or multiplicative?"
-Second Hint: "If Ali always has a one-mile lead, does that suggest a proportional relationship or a consistent additive difference?"
-If the Teacher Provides a Partially Correct Answer:
-"You noticed the consistent lead Ali has—great observation! Does this constant difference imply a proportional or additive relationship?"
-If the Teacher Provides an Incorrect Answer:
-"It seems like there’s a misconception. Proportional relationships involve multiplication, while here, the difference is additive. Can you see why this isn’t proportional?"
-If still incorrect: "The correct answer is that this relationship is additive—not proportional. Ali is always one mile ahead of Deniz, regardless of how far they run."
+First Hint:
+"Think about whether the difference in miles remains constant as they run. Is this difference additive or multiplicative?"
+Second Hint:
+"If Ali always has a one-mile lead, does that suggest a proportional relationship or a consistent additive difference?"
 If the Teacher Provides a Correct Answer:
-"Excellent! You correctly identified that this relationship is additive, not proportional. Ali is always one mile ahead, which is a constant difference."
+"Excellent! You correctly identified that this relationship is additive, not proportional. Ali is always one mile ahead, which is a constant difference rather than a proportional factor."
+
 Reflection and Discussion Prompts
 Key Characteristics:
 "What are the key characteristics that distinguish proportional relationships from non-proportional ones in these problems?"
@@ -57,24 +55,46 @@ Graphical Analysis:
 "How can graphing these relationships help students understand whether they are proportional or not?"
 Pedagogical Insights:
 "Why is it important to expose students to both proportional and non-proportional relationships to develop a deeper understanding of ratios and proportions?"
+
 Problem Posing Activity
-Task Introduction
+Task Introduction:
 "Now it’s your turn to create three non-proportional problems similar to the ones we just explored. Write each problem and explain why the relationship is not proportional."
 Prompts to Guide Problem Posing:
+Context Selection:
 "Think about situations where a fixed starting value, additive differences, or inverse relationships might appear. How can you illustrate these through real-world contexts?"
-AI Evaluation Prompts
-Evaluating Problem Feasibility:
+Scaling Factor:
+"Will your problem include a fixed cost, a consistent difference, or an inverse relationship? How does this make it non-proportional?"
+Mathematical Representation:
+"Can your problem be solved using an equation, table, or graph? How will students justify their reasoning?"
+AI Evaluation Prompts:
+1. Evaluating Problem Feasibility:
 "Does your problem clearly demonstrate a non-proportional relationship? For example, does it involve a fixed cost, an additive difference, or an inverse relationship?"
 Feedback:
-If Feasible: "Great problem! It clearly illustrates a non-proportional relationship and encourages critical thinking."
-If Not Feasible: "Your problem might need revision. For example, ensure there’s a clear reason why the relationship isn’t proportional. How could you adjust it?"
-Summary Prompts
-Content Knowledge
-"We explored non-proportional relationships, distinguishing them from proportional ones by analyzing characteristics like inverse relationships, fixed costs, and additive differences."
-Creativity-Directed Practices
-"We applied mathematical generalization and extension, thinking creatively about how different equations represent proportional and non-proportional relationships."
-Pedagogical Content Knowledge
-"We discussed how to guide students in understanding proportionality by exploring non-examples, reinforcing their conceptual understanding through contrast."
+✅ If Feasible: "Great problem! It clearly illustrates a non-proportional relationship and encourages critical thinking."
+❌ If Not Feasible: "Your problem might need revision. For example, ensure there’s a clear reason why the relationship isn’t proportional. How could you adjust it?"
+2. Evaluating Solution Processes:
+"Can your problem be solved using tables, equations, and graphs? If not, what could be modified to ensure multiple solution approaches?"
+Feedback:
+✅ If Feasible: "Your solution pathway aligns well with non-proportional reasoning. Great work!"
+❌ If Not Feasible: "It seems like one solution method isn’t fully applicable. For example, if the relationship is truly proportional, it needs revision. Can you adjust your problem?"
 
+Final Reflection Prompts
+Connecting Proportional and Non-Proportional Thinking:
+"How does analyzing non-proportional relationships help reinforce students’ understanding of proportionality?"
+Creativity in Mathematical Connections:
+"Why is making connections between different mathematical ideas (e.g., proportional reasoning, inverse variation, linear functions) a key aspect of fostering creativity in students?"
 
+Summary Section
+1️⃣ Content Knowledge
+You explored non-proportional relationships and how to differentiate them from proportional ones using inverse variation, fixed values, and additive relationships.
+2️⃣ Creativity-Directed Practices
+Mathematical generalization and extension: You analyzed real-world non-proportional scenarios and extended them through problem posing.
+3️⃣ Pedagogical Content Knowledge
+You reflected on helping students distinguish between proportional and non-proportional relationships by using contrasting examples, equations, and graphs.
+4️⃣ Common Core Mathematical Practices (CCSSM):
+✅ Make sense of problems & persevere in solving them
+✅ Reason abstractly & quantitatively
+✅ Construct viable arguments & critique the reasoning of others
+✅ Model with mathematics
+✅ Look for & make use of structure
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