Today is test day. Questions will focus on solving various types of equations and translating word problems into equations. A few warm up questions are included in the slideshow. Yesterday's class work is due today also.
Sep 23, 2013
Tuesday's Teaser Bonanza!!
Bonus Points for every correct answer emailed!!!!
Did he just say what I thought he said? Shocking, yes, but everyone who
emails the correct answer before school on Thursday receives 10 bonus
points.
Solve the following:
4 x 4 + 4 x 4 + 4 - 4 x 4
That's it. Good Luck.
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Sep 22, 2013
Class Summary: September 23, 2013
Today we are focusing on equations with fractions. Equations with one fraction are solved a bit differently than fractions with two or more fractions. We will cover both methods for solving and look at some of the more complex equations before tomorrow's test.
Our class work has only 8 problems, but they each take some time to work through. Remember, the test is on Tuesday, so it will benefit you to do all the practice problems and ask if you are unsure of anything. The class work can be found here.
Our class work has only 8 problems, but they each take some time to work through. Remember, the test is on Tuesday, so it will benefit you to do all the practice problems and ask if you are unsure of anything. The class work can be found here.
Equations with Fractions Tutorial
If you need help remembering the rules to solving equations with fractions, the slideshow below does a great job of going through the different types of problems you may see.
Tuesday's test will have equations with fractions, so it wouldn't hurt to spend a few minutes reviewing before then.
Tuesday's test will have equations with fractions, so it wouldn't hurt to spend a few minutes reviewing before then.
Sep 20, 2013
Class Summary: September 19, 2013
Our topic today was again equations. We focused on using the distributive property to solve equations. Please view the slideshow if you need help with this concept. Our Class work consisted of a 20 problem handout. You can choose to do only the odd or the even numbered problems for a total of 10 problems. The class work can be found here.
Sep 19, 2013
Video Tutor: Help with Equations
If you're still having difficulty solving
equations, the following video works through problems with fractions,
variables on both sides, and multiple step equations. You do not have
to watch the video from start to finish. Choose the type or equation you are having trouble with and watch that part only, if you like.
Sep 18, 2013
Please Note: Khan Academy Change for Sept. 29
There is a slight change to Khan Academy Schedule. Please see below for the change to one topic on September 29. You can download the document here
Schedule of September’s Mastery Practice Deadlines
Schedule of September’s Mastery Practice Deadlines
September 22, 2013—7:00
pm
* Adding & Subtracting Negative
Numbers
* Two-Step Equations
* Equations with Variables on Both
Sides
September 29, 2013—7:00
pm
* Order of Operations
* Distributive Property
* Multistep Equations with
Distribution
--This topic replaces
Fractions as Division by Power of
10: If you already did
this topic, you did not waste your time as we will do it at a later date.
Class Summary: September 18, 2013
Please check the slideshow for updates, announcements, and some helpful reviews and tips.
Khan Academy due Sunday, as usual.
Test on Tuesday.
Khan Academy due Sunday, as usual.
Test on Tuesday.
Solving Equation Tuorial; PowerPoint Viewer
If you are having difficulty with any of the equations we have been working on, this tutorial is here to help you. It takes you step-by-step through many different types of equations. You can look through them all, or skip to the section you need to work on.
You can download the presentation and view it with PowerPoint. If you do not have PowerPoint on your computer, you can download a free program, PowerPoint Viewer which allows you to view, but not change any slideshows. Since you are not creating a slideshow, this is perfect for viewing the presentations.
You can download the presentation and view it with PowerPoint. If you do not have PowerPoint on your computer, you can download a free program, PowerPoint Viewer which allows you to view, but not change any slideshows. Since you are not creating a slideshow, this is perfect for viewing the presentations.
Tuesday's Teaser
Every Tuesday, I will be posting a question (usually, but not always, involving math). The first five people to email me the correct answer receive 10 extra credit points. Here's this week's teaser:
Good Luck, remember to email your answers.
Sep 15, 2013
Class Summary: September 16, 2013
Equations, and more equations. Plus, Khan Academy help, using the bubble sheet correctly, translations, and more. If you're absent on this day, you need to review the slideshow.
Class work focus is on solving various types of equations. The handout can be found here.
Class work focus is on solving various types of equations. The handout can be found here.
Class Summary: September 13 2013
Solving various Translation problems was the focus of class today. We looked at the three primary types of translation problems, practiced each type together, and then you worked either alone,or in pairs, to complete the class work.
Grades Posted for First Test
The title pretty much says it all. You can find the document here. Scroll down until you find your code, then look at the right hand column for your percent score.
Sep 14, 2013
Class Summary: September 12, 2013
Today's focus is on equations and preparing for our test. Various types of equations are shown in the warm-ups. Our class work today continues with these examples.
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Sep 11, 2013
Class Summary: September 11, 2013
Our focus today is on equations. Equations form the foundation of algebra, and will be used throughout the year. Please make sure you understand the rules for solving equations. There are only a few, and they are not difficult. Review the slideshow if you need more help.
Reminder: Test tomorrow on simplifying, translating, and solving simple equations.
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Reminder: Test tomorrow on simplifying, translating, and solving simple equations.
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Sep 8, 2013
Class Summary: September 9, 2013
Lot's going on today as we begin our first full week of school. If you were absent or need to review the concepts covered today, please go through the slideshow below.
This week we will take a more detailed look at order of operations, various types of equations, and how they are used in real life situations. We also have a test on Wednesday, and your first Khan Academy mastery topics are due before next Sunday. Be committed to doing the best you can and always ask if you are unsure. Finally, the class work for today can be found here.
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This week we will take a more detailed look at order of operations, various types of equations, and how they are used in real life situations. We also have a test on Wednesday, and your first Khan Academy mastery topics are due before next Sunday. Be committed to doing the best you can and always ask if you are unsure. Finally, the class work for today can be found here.
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.... Khan Academy Schedule for September
Schedule of
September’s Mastery Practice Deadlines & Grading Procedures
Since the Khan
Academy Mastery Practice determines 20% of your grade, it is important that you
understand the test deadlines and how your grades are calculated.
Below you will
find a weekly list of topics to be completed before 7:00 pm on the date
given. All deadlines are on Sunday
evenings. Your grades will be determined as follows:
A:
Mastery achieved before deadline:
100% grade for that topic.
B:
Mastery not achieved by deadline:
Because the more you practice anything, the better you will become, you
will receive 3 points for each question you answer, correct or not. Your
maximum grade (if you answer 30 or more questions) will be 90%. If you were to answer 35 questions but not answer
5 in a row correctly, you will receive a grade of 90%. If you attempt to answer no questions, your
grade will be 0%. If you do 10 problems
and get 9 correct, your score will be 27%.
C:
Mastery must be achieved by the deadline, not after. You will always
know the assigned topics at least a week in advance, giving you sufficient time
to achieve mastery.
Here is the list of
Tests and their Deadlines for the Month of September:
September 15, 2013—7:00 pm
Writing Expressions 1
Writing Expressions 2
Writing & Interpreting
Decimals
Adding & Subtracting Negative
Numbers
Two-Step Equations
Equations with Variables on Both
Sides
September 29, 2013—7:00
pm
Order of Operations
Distributive Property
Multistep Equations with
Distribution
You can also download this document here. As always, please ask if you have any questions.
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