Course Title: Algebra I Level II Grade: 8
Unit: Percents
Month Presented:
February Unit Length (in weeks): 3
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Essential Question (s): What is
meant by a percent? When are
percents used in the real-world? What
percentages are commonly used in the real world? (i.e. sales tax,
tip, etc.) |
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Learning Objectives: Convert amongst fractions, decimals, and
percents. Translate basic percent problems into algebraic
expressions. Solve word problems using percents. Calculate basic percentages (5%, 10%, 15%
and 20%) using mental math. |
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Skills: Perform long division. Solve basic algebraic equations. Read and interpret word problems. |
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Instructional Strategies & Activities: Note taking Group work/cooperative
learning Reflection and
Self-Assessment Solution Sharing Independent Practice |
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Materials Utilized: Textbook. Teacher generated notes and homework
worksheets. “Play” money. |
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Assessment Strategies: Discussion/Daily class performance. Openers/Warm-Ups. Daily homework/Error analysis. Tests and quizzes. Restaurant role-playing scenario. Reflection and Self-Assessment |