Course Title: Algebra I Level II______ Grade: 8
Unit: The Real Number
System
Month Presented:
November Unit Length (in weeks): 3
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Essential Question (s): What
are the properties of real numbers? Where do
“shortcuts” come from? (i.e. Why does the
Distributive Property work?) |
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Learning Objectives: Use order of operations. Simplify and evaluate expressions involving
grouping symbols and absolute value. Translate word phrases and sentences into
algebraic expressions and equations. Translate word problems into algebraic
equations. Interpret and use the number line, and the
ideas of opposites and absolute value. |
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Skills: Simplify expressions and evaluate
algebraic expressions. 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. |
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Assessment Strategies: Discussion/Daily class performance. Openers/Warm-Ups. Daily homework/Error analysis. Tests and quizzes. Reflection and Self-Assessment |