Unit Test Solution Guides

Unit 1: Beat the Basics Test Solution Guide 

Unit 2: Solving Equations Test Solution Guide

Unit 3: Linear Functions Test Solution Guide

Unit 4: Inequalities Test Solution Guide 

Unit 5: Linear Functions Solution Guide 

Unit 6: Exponents and Radicals Solution Guide

Unit 7: Polynomial Expressions Solution Guide

Unit 8: Factoring Solution Guide

Unit 9: Quadratic Functions Solution Guide

Unit 10: Algebraic Fractions Test Solution Guide

Unit 11: Function Operations Test Solution Guide

Unit 12: Data Analysis Test Solution Guide

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Properties of Real Numbers

COMMUTATIVE PROPERTY– you can add or multiply numbers in any order and still get the same answer.  It allows us to change the ORDER of the numbers.

commutative

ASSOCIATIVE PROPERTY–  you can change the GROUPING of numbers when adding and multiplying and still get the same number.

associative

ADDITIVE IDENTITY PROPERTY–  you can add zero to any number without changing that number. The additive identity = 0

MULTIPLICATIVE IDENTITY PROPERTY you can multiply any number by one and not change the number.  The multiplicative identity = 1.

identity

ADDITIVE INVERSE PROPERTY The sum of any number and its opposite is zero.

MULTIPLICATIVE INVERSE PROPERTY The product of any number and its reciprocal is one.

inverse

DISTRIBUTIVE PROPERTY Multiplication spreads over addition and subtraction.

distributive

ZERO PROPERTY The product of any number and zero is zero.

zero

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Properties of Numbers

You and your partner need to fill out the 2.1 notesheet by looking at the following websites:

First, look at this examples page of the properties.  The examples that just use letters are the general examples. 

Next, use this definitions page to write out what the properties mean.

Now, look at this helpful hints page to help you remember which property is which.

After all of your property pages are filled in, answer the questions on the back of your notesheet.

If you have extra time,  complete these online practice quizzes:   Practice1,    Practice 2

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Unit 2: Solving Equations

Lesson 2.1: Properties of Equations 

In-class, online activity 

2.1 notes      –  HW:  Complete 1 level of the GATEWAY

Lesson 2.2:  Manipulating Equations 

2.2 notes         –  HW:  Complete 2 levels of the GATEWAY

Lesson 2.3: Modeling with Equations 

2.3 notes      HW – Finish the2.3 modeling worksheet  + do  1 level of the gateway if you are under level 10.

Lesson 2.4: Equations QUIZ + puzzle 

No notes from today.  HW:  Complete 1 level of the GATEWAY

Lesson 2.5: Cross Multiplication + What Went Wrong 

2.5 notes   Class worksheet: What Went Wrong    HW:  Complete 1 level of the GATEWAY. You should be up to level 11 by monday!

Lesson 2.6: Solving Literal Equations 

2.6 notes.  Class worksheet: literal equations. HW:  work on the GATEWAY ( you should be up to level 10/11 by monday!

Lesson 2.7: More Modeling 

2.7 notes   Class work:   2.7 notes more modeling worksheet.docx .  HW:  Work on the GATEWAY,  (you should be up to level 11/12/13 by next class!)

Lesson 2.8 Solving Equations with Fractions 

2.8notes.  Homework: FINISH THE GATEWAY

Lesson 2.9: Unit 2 Review 

2.9 notes. Homework: Complete the  UNIT 2 REVIEW PACKET answer key

Lesson 2.10:  UNIT 2 TEST 

Homework:  Complete BtB 2

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Solving Equations Gateway

You will be given your starting level from Ms. P in class on Thursday October 1st.

In order to pass a level you must: 

Watch the video and do the practice problems in the video! and Correctly solve ALL challenge equations* 

*if you do not solve all challenge equations correctly on the first attempt you will also be required to show video notes and practice problems with the second attempt all completed practice problems.

Level 1                            Video  1                       Practice 1                       Challenge 1

Level 2                            Video  2                       Practice 2                      Challenge 2

Level 3                            Video  3                       Practice 3                      Challenge 3

Level 4                            Video  4                       Practice 4                      Challenge 4

Level 5                            Video  5                       Practice 5                      Challenge 5

Level 6                            Video  6                       Practice 6                      Challenge 6

Level 7                            Video  7                       Practice 7                       Challenge 7

Level 8                            Video  8                       Practice 8                      Challenge 8

Level 9                            Video  9                       Practice 9                        Challenge 9

Level 10                          Video  10                     Practice 10                      Challenge 10

Level 11                           Video  11                     Practice 11                       Challenge 11

Level 12                          Video  12                     Practice 12                      Challenge 12

Level 13                          Video  13                     Practice 13                      Challenge 13

Level 14                          Video  14                     Practice 14                      Challenge 14

Level 15*                          Video  15                     Practice 15                      Challenge 15

*challenge level!

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Sliceform Template Files

Sliceforms are an amazing 3D shape created from interlocking sliced pieces of paper, cardstock or cardboard.    Check out this pinterest page of sliceform projects!

Below is a list of Sliceform templates.   In either Silhouette Studio files  or PDF:  The difficulutlty of the object is worth 5 points.   Level A – 3 pts, Level B – 4 pts, Level C – 5pts

SILHOUETTE FILES:

Sphere Level A  (you’ve already made this! you cannot make it again)

IMG_6240

Cube  – Level A

IMG_6235

Cone– Level A

IMG_6236

Dome – level A

IMG_6239

Heart1 – Level A

IMG_6242

Heart 2 Level B

IMG_6241

Hyperbolic Paraboloid – Level B Printable Hyperbolic Paraboloid 

IMG_6244

Black Hole Level B   Printable Version

Black Hole

Tetrahedron   Level C

tetrahedron

Ellispoid-* Level C  check out this page for help putting together –

IMG_6243

Torus–  Level C smooth edges

IMG_6238

Scalloped Torus  Level C

Zig Zag Torus Level C

IMG_6237

PDF Files:

Dome

Egg

Super Egg

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Regents Info

All students in Algebra 1 will be sitting for the Common Core Algebra 1 Regents Exam in June 2016.    You can learn more about the exam on the NYS Regents site.

This is only the third year that his particular regents exam will be given.

All students must earn a 65 on the exam to pass and be promoted to Geometry at the iSchool.

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Mastery Retakes

If you have not demonstrated mastery on an assessment you have the opportunity to re-do that quiz, test, or poster to show you understand the material and earn a higher grade.   Re-submissions should be done in a timely matter as to now fall behind in the course, but additional mastery can be shown for any topic and any point in the year.

If you did not earn mastery on a QUIZ:  you do not need to do corrections.  Just look over the quiz and the material it covers. When you are ready to retake the quiz please come see Ms. P. during office hours to retake the exact same quiz.

If you did not earn mastery on a TEST:

If you earned Approaching, Low or No Mastery on a topic you must complete the Corrections Activity   for that topic before you can take a re-assessment. You should use the  Solution Guide for the test to help you, you can also watch videos from the Mastery Video Library!.   Once you have completed the corrections activity, bring your original test and corrections to office hours to show Ms. P. If you  have completed the activity correctly, you will be given a re-assessment to demonstrate a higher level of mastery on.

Please email Ms. P. if you have any questions regarding this process. 

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Algebra Learning Targets

Algebra 1 is the foundation of high school and upper level mathematics.    It is very important for all students to master Algebra 1 to be successful in science and math in high school and college.   To help you understand what material is covered in Algebra 1 please look over the course learning targets.   

Algebra 1 is broken down into twelve major units.  Each unit has two to five topics  and each topic has a few learning targets.   Each learning target represents the specific skill that all students need to master.  Looking over this document will help you understand what topics and learning targets you know and which you need to keep working on.  

Common Core Algebra 1 Learning Targets

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THIS IS THE 2014 SITE!

This is the introductory unit to Algbera 1 at the iSchool.  This unit will go over the basics of Algebra as a review of very important pre-algebra skills.   This unit is a REVIEW and therefore all students should be able to master all topics and earn high grades!

Lesson 0:  Welcome to Algebra 1 with Ms. Prendergast 

Homework:  Parents and Students together should watch the WELCOME VIDEO and sign the slip at the bottom of the Syllabus !    Please get your algebra binder ready for class by the end of the week!

Lesson 1.1: Big Foot Problem Solving 

1.1 Class Notes

Homework:  Watch video 1.1 over Order of Operations. Remember, you must take notes over the video and complete the example and practice problems. If you do not bring notes to our next class you will lose points and may not be able to participate in that lesson’s activity! You also need to complete HW 1.1

Lesson 1.2: What are the different types of Numbers? 

1.2 Class Notes   Homework:  Watch video 1.2 over fractions (make sure you take notes!) and complete  HW 1.2

If you still need a little more help, check out this Fraction Review site.

Lesson 1.3:  Fraction Review 

1.3 notes            Homework:  Watch video 1.3 over decimals and percents (and take notes!) and complete HW 1.3

Lesson 1.4: Percents Review

1.4 class notes              HW:  Watch video 1.4  over rates (it says regents review, it’s okay and there is no part 2, just watch this one video)  and complete HW 1.4,

Lesson 1.5: Rates Review 

1.5 notes:   HW: Complete 1.5 hw

Lesson 1.6:  Unit Review 

Homework:  Complete as much as the Unit 1 Review Packet  as you can! The questions on the test will be very similar to the review sheet!  Check your work with the 1.6 review solution guide!  You should also go back and re-watch any videos from this unit!

Your last day to turn in late homework from unit 1 is the day of the test!

Lesson 1.7: BEAT THE BASICS TEST 

Homework:  Complete the SEQ Pre-Test  and the unit 1 reflection for class on monday.

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