Algebra II A
Standards:
3M-P6 Perform mathematical operations on expressions and matrices, and solve
equations and inequalities.
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Month: August 2007 |
| Essential Questions |
Scientific Notation and Metric System
Simplify the following expression using the properties of exponents.
Multiply the following polynomials using the FOIL method.
Simplify the following radical using the properties of square/cube roots
Solve and graph the inequality below |
| Performance Objectives |
(PO 7) Multiply and divide monomial expressions
with integer exponents 1.5 week- 3 classes)
(PO 7) Foil and multiplying polynomials (1 week – 2classes)
(PO 5) Simplify square roots and cube roots (1 week – 2 classes)
(PO 9) Writing and solving inequalities, intervals (1 week – 2 classes) |
| Skills |
Apply the properties of exponents when
simplifying algebraic expressions
Demonstrate the knowledge of the FOIL method when multiplying binomials
Distinguish the difference between Square root & Cube root |
Formative/Summative Assessments
(Writing Assignments, Projects, Performances) |
Selected responses tests (Quiz 1-Properties of
exponents)
Selected responses tests (Quiz 2-Multiply Polynomials-FOIL)
Journal entry
Portfolio
Group Work |
| Instructional Strategies |
Reciprocal teaching Group Work
Worksheets Visuals/graphics
Drill/practice
Active review
Journaling |
| Resources |
Properties of Exponents Packet
FOIL Worksheet
Square/Cube Root Worksheet |
Standards:
3M-P4 Interpret algebraic equations and inequalities geometrically and describe
geometric relationships algebraically
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Month: September 2007 |
| Essential Questions |
Graph the following linear equation using the
slope(m) & the y-intercept(b)
Determine the slope of the line using the two points given
Find the x and y intercept of the following linear equation
Write the following linear equation in slope intercept form (y=mx+b) |
| Performance Objectives |
(PO1) Linear equation intro/graph a linear
equation in two variables ( 1 class)
(PO 3) Slope/determine slope and intercepts of a linear equation ( 1
week – 2 classes)
(PO 3) Intercepts x, y (1 classes)
(PO 3) Change from standard to slope-intercept form ( 2 classes) |
| Skills |
Identify the slope(m) and y-intercept(b) of a
linear equation
Apply the steps in changing a linear equation into slope-intercept form
(y=mx+b)
Determine the x & y intercepts |
Formative/Summative Assessments
(Writing Assignments, Projects, Performances) |
Selected responses tests (Quiz 3-Graphing linear
equations)
Selected responses tests (Quiz 4-Slope)
Journal entry
Portfolio
Group Work |
| Instructional Strategies |
Reciprocal teaching Group
Work
Worksheets Visuals/graphics
Drill/practice
Active review
Journaling |
| Resources |
Graphing Linear Equations Packet
X & Y intercepts worksheet
Slope worksheet |
Standards:
3M-P4 Interpret algebraic equations and inequalities geometrically and describe
geometric relationships algebraically
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Month: October 2007 |
| Essential Questions |
Determine if the following pairs of linear
equations (lines) are either parallel, perpendicular, coincide, or none
of the above. |
| Performance Objectives |
(PO 5) From two line equations the linear are
parallel, perpendicular or coincide ( 2classes) |
| Skills |
Distinguish whether a pair of lines are parallel,
perpendicular, coincide, or none of the above. |
Formative/Summative Assessments
(Writing Assignments, Projects, Performances) |
Selected responses tests (Quiz
5-Paralell/Perpendicular Lines)
Selected responses tests (Test 1-Unit 1)
Journal entry
Portfolio
Group Work |
| Instructional Strategies |
Reciprocal teaching Group Work
Worksheets Visuals/graphics
Drill/practice
Active review
Journaling |
| Resources |
Parallel and Perpendicular Worksheet |
Standards:
3M-P6 Perform mathematical operations on expressions and matrices, and solve
equations and inequalities.
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Month: November 2007 |
| Essential Questions |
Solve the system of equations by the graphing
method
Solve the system of equations by the elimination/addition method
Solve the system of equations by the substitution method |
| Performance Objectives |
(PO15) Solve systems of linear equations (3weeks
– 6 classes) |
| Skills |
Apply the appropriate steps to solve a system of
equations
Compare and contrast the differences and similarities of the graphing,
elimination and substitution methods. |
Formative/Summative Assessments
(Writing Assignments, Projects, Performances) |
Selected responses tests (Quiz 6-System of
Equations: Graphing)
Selected responses tests (Quiz 7-System of Equations: Elimination &
substitution)
Journal entry
Portfolio
Group Work |
| Instructional Strategies |
Reciprocal teaching Group
Work
Worksheets Visuals/graphics
Drill/practice
Active review
Journaling |
| Resources |
System of Equations: Graphing Packet
System of Equations: Elimination Packet
System of Equations: Substitution Packet |
Standards:
2M-P7 Use simulations to estimate probabilities
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Month: December 2007 |
| Essential Questions |
Study the box below. Find the number of
permutations/arrangements using factorials. Is order important?
Study the box below. Find the number of combinations/arrangements using
factorials. Is order important? |
| Performance Objectives |
(PO 2) Combinations in counting objects ( 1
class)
(PO 2) Permutations in counting objects (1 class) |
| Skills |
Summarize the differences between combinations
and permutations.
Apply the steps in solving combinations and permutations. |
Formative/Summative Assessments
(Writing Assignments, Projects, Performances) |
Selected responses tests (Quiz 8-Combinations &
Permutations)
Selected responses tests (Final Exam)
Journal entry
Portfolio
Group Work |
| Instructional Strategies |
Reciprocal teaching Group
Work
Worksheets Visuals/graphics
Drill/practice
Active review
Journaling |
| Resources |
Combinations Worksheet
Permutations Worksheet
Final Exam Review Packet |
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