Analysis+of+Learners

__**General Characteristics of Target Learners:**__ In my hypothetical geometry class of 25 students there is relatively equal mix of males and females. About half of the students are white, a quarter Hispanic, and a quarter black. Most students are in 10th grade, but there are some who are a year ahead, and some who are a year behind. Many of the students have no initial interest in the subject, they are taking it because it is required.

__**Specific Entry Competencies:**__ To benefit fully from this lesson the learners must possess and display a variety of abilities, prior knowledge, and skills. They must know how to download and install software, and must become familiar with how it works(I will be there to support those who have difficulty). There will be past mathematics needed for the lesson, some of this will have to be retaught. They will also need to know a bit about logic, some of this can be thought through, some will have to be taught.

__Learning Styles:__ Many of the students will work well in pairs, or a small group, but some will prefer to work on their own for much of it. Some of the students will be motivated being in an environment in which they can use technology. Their fellow students, and other uses of technology could be a major distraction to them. Some students will be able to work through the lesson quickly, and may want an extra challenge, while others will need support with the technological or mathematical portions of the activity.