Course
Title: Honors Algebra Grade: 8
Unit: Polynomials
Month
Presented: November/December Unit Length (in weeks): 3-3.5
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Essential Question (s): What
are the properties of exponential expressions? What
does x represent? When
is solving a formula more efficient in solving a real-life problem? When
is it more efficient to use an equation to model and solve a real-life
problem? Can I re-organize
the given information in a problem in order to solve it? (draw a diagram, organize a chart, list the “knowns” and “unknowns”, define a variable or write a “let”statement) |
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Learning Objectives: Simplify
and evaluate expressions with exponents. Simplify,
add, subtract and multiply polynomials. Solve word
problems involving exponential expressions.
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Skills: Simplify
expressions and evaluate algebraic expressions. Solve equations
through simplifying and transforming (or balancing) equations. Read and
interpret word problems. Organize
information in a word problem using charts, diagrams and “let” statements. |
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Instructional Strategies & Activities: Note
taking. Guided exploration. Cooperative
learning/group work. Competitive
Review Games. |
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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 |