Today, in Algebra, we took a quiz on solving equations and word problems. Student did pretty well. The parent portal is updated with their grades, if you would like to see! After the quiz, students worked on solving decimal equations. For homework, students must complete Page 169 #21-39 odd. Remember, you can check the answers in the back of the book, just make sure you show all your work! You can use a calculator, but again if no work is shown, you will not receive credit!
In Pre-Algebra, we discussed similar figures and determined the rules for similarity. We started a sorting activity in class, where students cut out figures, and then place them into categories, either "similar" or "not similar". Also, student must explain their reasoning. For homework, they have to finish their sorting activity from class.
Pre-Algebra has a test on Friday on transformations, including rotations, reflections, translations, and dilations, as well as similar figures. They must know all of the transformation rules (there are 4 that they must know) because the rules will not be given to them on the test. The rules that the students must know are:
Rotations 180 in either direction: (x, y) --> (-x, -y)
Rotation 90 degrees clockwise/270 counter-clockwise: (x, y) --> (y, -x)
Rotation 90 degrees counterclockwise/ 270 clockwise: (x, y) --> (-y, x)
Reflection across y = x: (x, y) --> (y, x)
I suggest that the students make flash cards to help them study, or to use the Quizlet account that Mr. Costa has set up for them. I was after school for review today, but I am also available tomorrow and Thursday until 3pm. I really hope I see students staying after school to get the help that they need. This test is one of the more challenging ones of the year, and I really want the students to do well! Plan on staying! :)
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Monday, September 28, 2015
Quiz Review Sheet Answer Key ALGEBRA
Here are the answers to your review sheet! If you have questions, you will have the first 5-10 mins in class to ask questions before the quiz!
1.) x = -2
2.) n = 30
3.) x = -11
4.) x = 30/13
5.) x = -19/5
6.) x = - 5/12
7.) Answers will vary. We did this as your warm up today in class.
8.) Answers will vary. We did this as your warm up in class today!
9.) x = 82, x + 5 = 87, x + 10 = 92
1.) x = -2
2.) n = 30
3.) x = -11
4.) x = 30/13
5.) x = -19/5
6.) x = - 5/12
7.) Answers will vary. We did this as your warm up today in class.
8.) Answers will vary. We did this as your warm up in class today!
9.) x = 82, x + 5 = 87, x + 10 = 92
Friday, September 25, 2015
Week Wrap-Up Wednesday through Friday
Hi All!
Sorry things have been crazy, so I haven't updated the last few days.
Wednesday, we did not have classes on the early release day! We had a fun team day! I think everyone had a great time!
Thursday:
In Algebra, we learned how to solve equations with variables on both sides. We played a dice game on the smartboard, that kids had a fun time playing to give us practice! For homework, we completed worksheet 2-4 #1-17, but skip #9.
In Pre-Algebra, we learned how to dilate figures in the coordinate plane. We learned about scale factor and what it does to our figures to stretch or shrink them! For homework, we completed a worksheet about dilations #1-5.
Friday:
Algebra quiz corrections were due today. We learned about equations with variables on both sides that have no solution or all real numbers as a solution. We did an activity in class that got us up and moving today, working with different partners than we are used to! Remember, we have a quiz on Tuesday of next week on solving equations, word problems, and variables on both sides. I will be available on Monday for review!
Pre-Algebra quiz corrections are due on Monday. Today, we figured out the relationship between dilation's perimeters and their scale factor. We will continue with this on Monday. No homework besides quiz corrections due on Monday! Remember, test on transformations is next Friday. I am available Tues, Wed, and Thurs next week for extra help!
Sorry things have been crazy, so I haven't updated the last few days.
Wednesday, we did not have classes on the early release day! We had a fun team day! I think everyone had a great time!
Thursday:
In Algebra, we learned how to solve equations with variables on both sides. We played a dice game on the smartboard, that kids had a fun time playing to give us practice! For homework, we completed worksheet 2-4 #1-17, but skip #9.
In Pre-Algebra, we learned how to dilate figures in the coordinate plane. We learned about scale factor and what it does to our figures to stretch or shrink them! For homework, we completed a worksheet about dilations #1-5.
Friday:
Algebra quiz corrections were due today. We learned about equations with variables on both sides that have no solution or all real numbers as a solution. We did an activity in class that got us up and moving today, working with different partners than we are used to! Remember, we have a quiz on Tuesday of next week on solving equations, word problems, and variables on both sides. I will be available on Monday for review!
Pre-Algebra quiz corrections are due on Monday. Today, we figured out the relationship between dilation's perimeters and their scale factor. We will continue with this on Monday. No homework besides quiz corrections due on Monday! Remember, test on transformations is next Friday. I am available Tues, Wed, and Thurs next week for extra help!
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Tuesday, September 22
Hi!
In Pre-Algebra, we combined transformations in the coordinate plane today. These can be challenging, but we will look at them again on Thursday. Remember, we do not have regular classes tomorrow, since it is Spirit Day at TMS! We have a fun filled day planned for you all tomorrow! Looking forward to it. You do not have any homework tonight, but remember to bring your independent reading book to school tomorrow. Also, you have quiz corrections due on Monday!
In Algebra, we used what we know about solving equations to write and solve equations in word problems. Remember, we do not have regular classes tomorrow, since it is Spirit Day at TMS! We have a fun filled day planned for you all tomorrow! Looking forward to it. You do not have any homework tonight, but remember to bring your independent reading book to school tomorrow. Also, you have quiz corrections due on Friday! Extra credit problem #8 is due on Thursday at the beginning of class!
In Pre-Algebra, we combined transformations in the coordinate plane today. These can be challenging, but we will look at them again on Thursday. Remember, we do not have regular classes tomorrow, since it is Spirit Day at TMS! We have a fun filled day planned for you all tomorrow! Looking forward to it. You do not have any homework tonight, but remember to bring your independent reading book to school tomorrow. Also, you have quiz corrections due on Monday!
In Algebra, we used what we know about solving equations to write and solve equations in word problems. Remember, we do not have regular classes tomorrow, since it is Spirit Day at TMS! We have a fun filled day planned for you all tomorrow! Looking forward to it. You do not have any homework tonight, but remember to bring your independent reading book to school tomorrow. Also, you have quiz corrections due on Friday! Extra credit problem #8 is due on Thursday at the beginning of class!
Monday, September 21, 2015
Monday, September 21
Good afternoon!
Today in Algebra, we cleared equations of fractions. We learned how to multiply the common denominator by the whole equation to clear out the fractions. We worked on this on Friday, but officially took notes on it today! We also did some word problems, where the students had to write an equation, and then solve for the missing variable. For homework, they had to finish the word problems. We will be discussing them tomorrow, and doing some more word problems (more challenging ones!) Reminder: quiz corrections for Algebra quiz 1 are due on Friday. I am available today, Monday, and tomorrow, Tuesday, if students would like to stay for help on them. I am also available on Thursday, but only by appointment only, meaning students must approach me and let me know they are staying on Thursday because another day does not work for them.
Today in Pre-Algebra, we continued working on rotations. Students completed a check-in to show me what they know about rotations. We organized our interactive notebook, and started chatting about combining transformations. For homework, students must complete combining transformations worksheet. We will start class off with a discussion about their results on their homework. Reminder, quiz corrections are due on Monday. I am available today, Monday, and tomorrow, Tuesday, if students would like to stay for help. I am also available on Thursday, but by appointment only, meaning students must approach me and let me know they are staying on Thursday because another day does not work for them.
Today in Algebra, we cleared equations of fractions. We learned how to multiply the common denominator by the whole equation to clear out the fractions. We worked on this on Friday, but officially took notes on it today! We also did some word problems, where the students had to write an equation, and then solve for the missing variable. For homework, they had to finish the word problems. We will be discussing them tomorrow, and doing some more word problems (more challenging ones!) Reminder: quiz corrections for Algebra quiz 1 are due on Friday. I am available today, Monday, and tomorrow, Tuesday, if students would like to stay for help on them. I am also available on Thursday, but only by appointment only, meaning students must approach me and let me know they are staying on Thursday because another day does not work for them.
Today in Pre-Algebra, we continued working on rotations. Students completed a check-in to show me what they know about rotations. We organized our interactive notebook, and started chatting about combining transformations. For homework, students must complete combining transformations worksheet. We will start class off with a discussion about their results on their homework. Reminder, quiz corrections are due on Monday. I am available today, Monday, and tomorrow, Tuesday, if students would like to stay for help. I am also available on Thursday, but by appointment only, meaning students must approach me and let me know they are staying on Thursday because another day does not work for them.
Friday, September 18, 2015
Friday 9/18/15
In Algebra, we finished our discussion on solving multiple step equations. You worked on a check-in (graded classroom assignment) in class to show your understanding. We learned how to clear out fractions in these multiple step equations to help make the problems easier to solve. No homework over the weekend!
In Pre-Algebra, we practiced using the rules for rotations that you were supposed to study last night. I did not finish grading your quizzes yet, so I will finish them over the weekend and get them back to you on Monday! You do not have any homework over the weekend!
In Pre-Algebra, we practiced using the rules for rotations that you were supposed to study last night. I did not finish grading your quizzes yet, so I will finish them over the weekend and get them back to you on Monday! You do not have any homework over the weekend!
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Update Wednesday 9/15 and Thursday 9/16
Hi All!
Wednesday in both classes we took a quiz. In Algebra, the quiz was on distributive property, order of operations, and multiplication and addition properties. In Pre-Algebra, the quiz was on translations and reflections. I should have these quizzes back to you by the end of the week!
For homework on Wednesday:
Algebra: Page 148 #16-36 even
Pre-Algebra: "How many different ways..." worksheet
Thursday in Algebra we continued to work on solving multiple step equations. We did some extra practice on some of the challenging ones. For homework, you must complete a worksheet that I hand wrote. There are 6 questions on it. We will go over it in class tomorrow.
Thursday in Pre-Algebra we began working on rotating figures in the coordinate plane. This is usually the transformation that causes the most trouble, but we will work hard to figure it out! Tonight for homework, you will be studying the rules for rotations (there are 4 of them!) HINT HINT--You should study these and know them well for tomorrow :)
Wednesday in both classes we took a quiz. In Algebra, the quiz was on distributive property, order of operations, and multiplication and addition properties. In Pre-Algebra, the quiz was on translations and reflections. I should have these quizzes back to you by the end of the week!
For homework on Wednesday:
Algebra: Page 148 #16-36 even
Pre-Algebra: "How many different ways..." worksheet
Thursday in Algebra we continued to work on solving multiple step equations. We did some extra practice on some of the challenging ones. For homework, you must complete a worksheet that I hand wrote. There are 6 questions on it. We will go over it in class tomorrow.
Thursday in Pre-Algebra we began working on rotating figures in the coordinate plane. This is usually the transformation that causes the most trouble, but we will work hard to figure it out! Tonight for homework, you will be studying the rules for rotations (there are 4 of them!) HINT HINT--You should study these and know them well for tomorrow :)
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