Mar 28, 2015

Test Results: Factoring Polynomials

You get out of it what you put into it, it's that simple. Nicely done by most, including the 24 of you who were perfect. A new record for the 2nd test in a row.

Get 'em here.

Mar 25, 2015

Class Summary: March 25, 2015

We continue our march to the end of March by reviewing for Friday's test and by learning new factoring methods. We are working on CW 3.10, and a separate study guide for the upcoming test. Both documents are linked here.


Mar 24, 2015

Tuesday's Teaser: Covenant Day Edition


*What better way 
to spend part of your
holiday other than
taking down the beast shown below.

Simplify completely, showing your work. Get the answer to me before 3:00 Friday and the bonus is yours. (equal to one correct test question)

Make your own pledge, promise, commitment, agreement....... 
to slay this monster:

  * don't forget your Khan Academy

Mar 23, 2015

Class Summary: March 23, 2015

A very important day as we review for Friday's test and learn two more factoring concepts. Review the slideshow closely if you need additional help.

 

Mar 22, 2015

Preparing For Friday's Test

March 27th is our first of two tests on factoring polynomials. These two tests are 7's or 8's on the difficulty scale; preparing early is your best option.

The two documents linked below will help your preparation.  The first, Class Work 3.10 also includes a step-by-step guide to each of the factoring methods we have or will cover.  

Some, but not all of the factoring methods we have learned so far will be on the test. The test review tells you exactly which ones will be covered, and has sample problems nearly identical to what you'll see on Friday.

Remember, since there are different types of polynomials and factoring methods, you'll need to recognize what type of polynomial you are dealing with, and then match the factoring method for that type. Practice, that's all you really need.

Mar 17, 2015

Class Summaries: March 17-18, 2015

Factoring polynomials by various methods is our theme this week and next. Check the slides for all the details.

Class Work 3.9 can be found here, and is due no later than Friday, March 20, 2015

March 18, 2015

 


March 17, 2015

Mar 15, 2015

No School Monday, March 16, 2015

It's not yet a typhoon, but as of noon Sunday, the tropical storm was basically right on top of us. 

Enjoy the day off Monday, the weather should be much improved.

See you on St. Patrick's day.

Mar 14, 2015

A Resource for All Your Factoring Needs

This 63-slide monster covers every topic we will be learning the next four weeks.  

Click on the section you're interested in, and check out the step-by-step process for correct solutions every time.

Practice problems for each section; answers included for your instant feedback.

Google drive, while making sharing document very easy, still has a problem with formatting and fonts. Things can look garbled and unreadable some time.

If you do not have PowerPoint on your computer, you can download PowerPoint Viewer for free. With the viewer, everything will work and look like it should.

Class Reviews: March 11-13, 2015

 March 13, 2015

                   Extra Credit /Test Review Document is found here.




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Mar 13, 2015

Polynomial Operations Test Results

Final Score:    Students: 1  
                                   Test: 0

21 people earned perfect 10's...
By far the highest total this year.

Nice Work; Get your score here.

Mar 11, 2015

Class Summary: March 9-10, 2015

Polynomials of all shapes, sizes and operations. Get all the information you need in the slideshows below.  Class work 3.8 is found here.

March 10, 2015
 
 

March 9, 2015

Mar 10, 2015

Tuesday's Teaser

At one time, this problem may have seemed difficult, even impossible. Not any more, though. Solve and send your solution before the most unlucky day on the calendar, and the ten points are yours. 

Mar 8, 2015

Class Summary; March 6, 2016

We continue our journey into polynomials with the inclusion of multiplication. Class work is the same as Wednesday, and is found on the previous post.

 

Class Summary; March 4, 2015

All polynomials, all the time. Mostly simplifying, adding & subtracting; it's all in the slideshow. View it here or download.

Class Work 3.7 is here.

3rd. Qtr. Progress Report

We've got a huge inventory of 2015 3rd quarter mid progress reports. Big numbers, small numbers, odds, evens--get yours here.

Mar 6, 2015

New Khan Academy Topics Posted

Topics also listed on the right sidebar. All three are due by March 15.