7th Grade (Pre-Algebra)
8/20/12 (Monday)
1.1: Algebraic Expressions and Order of Operations
Warm-up: on the board
Vocabulary:
variable: unknown quantity usually expressed by a letter like a,b,c...x,y,z
algebraic expression: a mathematical phrase or sentence that has one or more variables
simplify a numerical expression: replace it with its single numerical value
evaluate:replace each variable with a number
H.W#6:
*Go over today's notes and study.
* Complete DLIQ and make sure your Qs (questions) are answered either from your friends, family members or from Mrs.
Sorensen
8/21/12 (Tuesday)
1.1: Algebraic Expressions/order of Operations
Warm-up: on the board
Vocabulary:
order of operation: PEMDAS (I'll explain it in class)
H.W.#7:
*Complete DLIQ
*Go over today's notes and study.
"Practice Writing Expressions No.1 - No.10
Attention: Incomplete H.W. = 0% or 50% depending on how much effort you have spent on it.
8/22/12 (Wednesday)
E1.1 order of operation and simplify numerical expressions
Warm-up: on the board
Vocabulary:
Evaluating an algebraic expression - this means to replace or substitute each variable with a number given, then simplify
H.W.#8:
*Complete DLIQ
* Go over today's notes and study
* Simplify (Order of Operations). Use PEMDAS
Attention: Incomplete H.W. = 0% or 50% depending on how much effort you have spent on it.
1.2: Inters and Absolute Value
1.3: Adding and Subtracting Integers
Vocabulary:
additive Inverses=Two numbers whose sum is 0.
8/23/12 (Thursday):
E1.1: Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
E1.2: Absolute value
Warm-Up on the board. Right hand side of your Cornell Note
Vocabulary:
Absolute Value= a number's distance from zero on the number line
H.W.#9: Worksheet "Evaluating Algebraic Expression"
8/24/12 (Friday):
warm-Up: Practice Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
Quiz#1: "Simplifying Algebraic Expressions"
H.W.#10:
1) DLIQ
2) Update IGM chart (Individual Grade Management chart)
8/27/12 (Monday):
E 1.3: Adding and Subtracting Integers
Vocabulary:
Integers: ......-3, -2. -1, 0, 1, 2, 3.......
H.W.#11:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet "Simplify Each Expression" (click on the button below that says H.W.#11)
8/28/12 (Tuesday):
E1.3: Adding and Subtracting Integers
H.W.#12:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet "Simplify Each Expression" #12 (Click on the button below that says H.W.#12)
8/29/12 (Wednesday):
E 1.5: Properties of Numbers
1. Commutative properties of Addition & Multiplication
2. Associative Properties of Addition & Multiplication
3. Identity Properties of Addition & Multiplication
H.W.#13
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet "Simplify by using properties of operations"
8/30/12 (Thursday)
Review for the week and preparation for Quiz#2 on Friday.
* Integers
* Absolute Value
* Adding and Subtracting Integers
* Properties of Operations (Commutative/Associative/Identity Property of
Addition and Multiplication)
HW#14
1) DLIQ
2) Study for the Quiz#2 (see above) for at least 30 minutes and have your
parents/guardians/responsible adult people in the family sign the "Acknowledgement"
paper and bring it back to class.
8/31/12 (Friday):
Concept Quiz #2: Integers/Absolute Value/Adding and Subtracting Integers/Properties of Operations
No Homework , but please remember to update your IGM (Individual Grade Management) chart. If you have no PowerSchool on your i-Pad, come see me after class, during lunch or after school.
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NOTE: Starting this week, I will implement a new Homework Check system. You will staple the week's homework together and turn it in on Friday for Homework credit.
9/4/12 (Tuesday):
Concept Quiz #2 Part II (Adding & Subtracting Integers/Properties of Operations)
Update IGM chart
Practice Sheet 1.5 (Properties of Numbers) No.1 - No.12 & No.19 only
HW#15
1) DLIQ
2) Complete the Practice Sheet 1.5 (Properties of Numbers) No.1 - No.12 & No.19 only
9/5/12 (Wednesday):
E 1.5: Properties of Numbers/ Distributive properties p.28
(CA 1.3 : Simplify expressions using the Distributive property)
Homework check
Instruction on Distributive Property and practice work
Vocabulary: p.28
Distributive Property: For any numbers a,b, and c, a(b+c)=ab+ac
a(b-c)=ab-ac
HW#16
1) DLIQ
2) Handout: Vocabulary Check Sheet on Properties of Numbers
3) Textbook page.29 Find each product. No.21 - No.29 ( 9 problems) Please spend quality time on working on each problem!
9/6/12 (Thursday):
E 1.5: Properties of Numbers (distributive property)
E 1.6: Solving one-step equation p.33
(AF 1.1) Write an equation
(AF 1.4) Use algebraic terms - equation, open sentence, solution
Vocabulary:
1) equation - is a mathematical sentence with an equal sign such as 9+2=11, x+7=37, a+(-3)=2a+5 etc.
2) open sentence - is an equation with one or more variables such as x+7=37.
3) solution - is the answer/ a value for a variable that makes an equation true
HW#17
1) DLIQ
2) Complete the E1.6 Solving one-step equation (Class Work) sheet. This is a Handout for today.
9/7/12 (Friday):
E 2.1: Factors p.52, 53
(MR 3.2) Solve a simple problem and apply strategy to more complex problems
Vocabulary:
1) A prime number - is a whole number that can only be divided by 1 or by itself
2) A factor - is an integer that divides another integer with a remainder of 0, such as 2 is a factor of 4.
3) A composite number - is a whole number that has more than two factors.
We will learn about prime factorization by using a "Factor Tree".
H.W.#18 (I know it's Friday, but this is important!)
Update your IGM (Individual Grade Management) chart. Check your PowerSchool,or visit Mrs. Sorensen during your break time, lunch time or after school.
You will turn this in on Monday, please!
THIS WEEK'S HOMEWORK IS DUE TODAY!!
9/10/12 (Monday):
Review of "one-step equation"
E 1.6: Solving one-step equation p 33, 32, 35
A.F: Write an Equation
A.F: Use Algebraic Terms (equation, open sentence, solution)
Vocabulary: Textbook pg.33
1) Addition Property of Equality: If you add the same number to each side of an equation, the two sides remain equal.
2) Subtraction Property of Equality: If you subtract the same number from each side of an equation,the two sides remain the same.
H.W.#19:
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg.35 (No.10, 12, 14, 16,18,20, 22,24,26 & 27) Please show the work!
9/11/12 (Tuesday):
E 1.7: The Multiplication Property of Equality/The division Property of Equality
MR 3.1: (Evaluate solutions in the context of the original situation)
Vocabulary: Textbook pg.38
1) Multiplication Property of Equality: If you multiply each side of an equation by the same number, the two sides remain equal.
If a=b, then ac=bc
2) Division Property of Equality: If you divide each side of an equation by the same nonzero (you are not allowed to divide by "0")
the two sides remain equal. If a=b, the a/c=b/c c is nonzero.
H.W.#20:
1) DLIQ
2) H.W.#20 Practice Sheet (Solving Equation by using Multiplication and Division Property of Equality)
9/12/12 (Wednesday):
E 3.1: Factors pg.52 (Prime Factorization)/Divisibility Rules for 2, 5, and 10.
MR 3.2: (Derive a rule and demonstrate understanding by deriving similar rules.)
Warm-Up: A prime number/A factor/A composite number
H.W.#21: Finding Prime Factorization
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg.55 No.15 - No.22 (All) There are 8 of them all together. Enjoy!
9/13/12 (Thursday):
E2.1: Factors (Finding the GCF) pg.52, 53
MR 3.2 : (Derive a rule and demonstrate understanding by deriving similar rules.)
Warm-Up: Prime Factorization with a factor tree
We will learn how to find the GCF between two numbers.
Vocabulary:
GCF - (Greatest Common Factor) when you find all the factors of two or more numbers, and you find some factors are the same
(common), the largest of those common factors is the Greatest Common Factor.
H.W.#22: Find the GCF of each pair of numbers by using both a factor tree and a factor table like we learned in class. Textbook
pg.55 No.23 - No.32 There are 10 problems.
9/14/12 (Friday):
Review:
We will go over the Study Guide for Standard Test #1 (Solving for one step equation/Multiplication and Division Property of Equation/Prime Factorization/find GCF)
H.W.#23: Study the Study Guide for the Test on Monday. Have your parents/guardians sign the bottom of this sheet!
9/17/12 (Monday):
Standard Test #1:Solving for one step equation/Multiplication and Division Property of Equation/Prime Factorization/find GCF
H.W.#24: DLIQ about taking Standard Test #1. (One paragraph)
9/18/12 (Tuesday):
E2.2: p57 Simplifying Fractions/finding Equivalent Fractions
AF2.1: Simplify Rational Expressions with exponents
Warm-Up: Find GCF by using prime factorizations
Vocabulary:
Simplest Form: A fraction is in the simplest form when numerator and the denominator have no common factors other than 1.
H.W.#25:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet H.W.#25: Finding Equivalent Fractions/Write in the simplest Form
9/19/12 (Wednesday):
E2.7: p 57 Rational Numbers Simplifying Fractions/Finding Equivalent Fractions/GCF
MR2.5 use diagrams to explain mathematical reasoning
MR 2.6 Express the solution clearly and logically
GCF Venn Diagram
Graph rational numbers on a number line.
Vocabulary:
A Rational Number: is any number you can write as a quotient a/b of two integers, where b is not zero.
H.W.#26:
1) DLIQ (Please write it down on the back side of the Venn Diagram paper.)
2) GCF Venn Diagram (Instruction on this assignment is provided during class time. Also, see the sample sheet below. Click on the button that says "Finding GCF by using a Venn Diagram"
9/20/12 (Thursday):
E5.2: Fractions and Decimals p.229
NS 1.3: Convert fractions to decimals
Warm-up: Simplify each expression - collecting like terms
Vocabulary:
Terminating decimal: when the division ends with a remainder of zero, the quotient is called a terminating decimal
Repeating decimal: when the same block of digits in a decimal repeats without end, the decimal is called a repeating decimal
H.W.#27:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet H.W.#27: Writing a fraction to a decimal
9/21/12 (Friday):
Fractions and Decimals: Writing fractions/mixed numbers as decimals
Writing decimals as fractions
Graphing decimals on a number line
Warm-Up: absolute Value (review)
Quick Quiz#2: Writing a fraction as a decimal
Homework#24, #25, #26, and #27 are due today. Late assignments are worth 50%.
H.W.#28:
Check PowerSchool and do a grade reflection essay (at least one paragraph long, please.)
(Sample Essay)
I received a C - after Mrs. Sorensen graded all of the "missing" assignments this weekend. I had five missing assignments to complete before Friday, but I realized that it was too much for me to do in a week. I really stacked up homework on myself! I could have earned B+ if I had done all of the homework and turned them in on time. I learned my lesson and I will strive to work steadily from now on! I want to go to college and I know being lazy isn't the way to go about it.
9/24/12 (Monday)
E 2.3: pg 62 Comparing and Ordering Fractions
MR: Sequence and Prioritize information in problems
Warm-Up: one-step equation
Vocabulary:
A Multiple of a number: is the product of that number and any nonzero whole number
LCM: Least Common Multiple
LCD: Least Common Denominator
Homework# 29: Practice Sheet on Find the LCM (Show all work please!)
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet #29
9/25/12 (Tuesday)
E2.3: pg 62~ Comparing and Ordering Fractions continues..
Warm-up: compare by using the symbols < or > or =
Practice finding LCD
Homework #30:
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg.64 No.7 - No.14 (8 problems): Which is greater? Show your work by finding LCD.
9/26/12 (Wednesday)
E2.4: pg. 66 Adding and Subtracting Fractions
NS1.2/2.2 (Add and Subtract fractions using factors to find the common denominator)
Warm-Up: Comparing decimals (which is greater?)
Homework #31:
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg.68 No.8 - No.19 (There are 12 of them) Please show the work!!
9/27/12 (Thursday)
More practice on Adding and Subtracting Fractions!
Warm-Up: One-step equation by using addition and multiplication properties of equalities
Homework #32:
1) DLIQ
2) Handout Practice 2-4 on Adding and Subtracting Rational Numbers No.1 - No.9 You must show the work!!
(If you are absent on this day, please ask Mrs. Sorensen for this Handout, please!)
9/28/12 (Friday)
Adding and Subtracting Fractions: Summary and quick quiz
Warm-Up: Changing to an improper fraction
NO Homework this weekend. Please use this opportunity to catch up with your missing assignments!
10/1/12 (Monday)
Multiplying and Dividing Fractions (NS 1.2): Multiply and divide fractions. (MR 2.6): Support solutions with evidence in both verbal and symbolic work.
Warm-Up: Finding the LCM
Quick Quiz #3 on fractions and decimals
Homework #33:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet: "Multiplying Fractions"
10/2/12 (Tuesday)
Multiplying and dividing fractions continues..
Warm-up: Review on Long division
Homework: #34:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet #34 " Dividing Fractions" No.30 - No.41
If you complete"Multiplying Fractions" No.18 - No.29, you will receive 50 points extra for this Homework!
10/3/12 (Wednesday)
Rational Numbers Vocabulary Summary (Preparation for Quiz #3)
Composite Numbers
Prime numbers
LCM
factors
GCF
reciprocals
formula
LCD
relatively prime
Homework #35:
1) DLIQ
2) Write out all the vocabulary words and their definitions on a separate sheet of paper neatly and study them for tomorrow's quiz #3. If you have already written the definitions neatly, then you may turn this neat paper in as homework #35, but please study the words and definitions for the quiz.
10/4/12 (Thursday)
Quiz#3: "Operations with Fractions" (Vocabulary)
Good luck!!
Homework #36:
1) DLIQ
2) Worksheet " Dividing Mixed Numbers"
10/5/12 (Friday)
E2.5 : Multiplying and Dividing Fractions" pg. 72 -75
CA (NS 1.2): Multiply and divide fractions. (MR 2.6): Support solutions with evidence in both verbal and symbolic work.
Warm-Up: multiply and divide fractions
Homework #37:
1) DLIQ
2) Worksheet " Multiplying Fractions with Cross Canceling" This is a Handout!
10/8/12 (Monday)
Quiz # 3 "Operations with Fractions" Review and Reflections
Warm-Up: Solve equation and check the solution
Retake of the Quiz #3 will be explained, so pay attention!
Homework #38:
1) DLIQ
2) Grade the worksheet "Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions" using the answer key provided here on the website.(see below) Write out the problems you missed, correct them and make sure to clear any fuzzy areas. If you made no mistakes, just state 100 % with the H.W.#38 written on top.
10/9/12 (Tuesday)
Preparation for taking the Standard Test #2:" Adding & Subtracting Fractions", "Multiplying & Dividing Fractions" " Ordering from Least to Greatest", "Finding LCM"
Warm-Up: Properties of Numbers (Name the properties)
Homework #39:
1) DLIQ
2) Preparation Work for Test#2: You will : clean up today's notes
do all the problems we practiced in class at least one more time.
get your parent/guardian's signature on top of the front page of
H.W.#39 (right by your name).
10/10/12 (Wednesday)
Standard Test #2: " Adding & Subtracting Fractions", "Multiplying & Dividing Fractions" " Ordering from Least to Greatest", "Finding LCM" (MR 1.1) Sequence and prioritize information in problems ( NS 1.2) Add and Subtract fraction, Multiply and Divide Fractions
(NS 2.2) Add and Subtract Fractions using factors to find the common denominators
Homework #40:
Reflective Essay (2 paragraph-long) on taking Standard Test #2 - details will be provided on PPT in class.
10/11/12 (Thursday)
The Standard Test #2 Review and Retake information.
We didn't do so well on this test.... we will go over the materials again and we will take the second version of the Standard Test #2 tomorrow! We can do it!!
Homework #41:
Study the notes you took today in class, make sure you practice each problem twice (at least) in preparation for tomorrow's test.
10/12/12 (Friday):
Standard Test #2-version No.2.
Good Luck!
Homework #42:
Textbook page 86 (CH 2-7) on "Powers and Exponents"
You will copy down this page as you preview the materials for the next week.
Start from "Why Learn This?" to all the way down to the bottom of this page where it says "Quick Check' No.1
Go ahead and try Quick Check No.1.
10/15/12 (Monday):
E2.7: Power and Exponents (pg. 86)
Vocabulary: (Details are on PPT)
An exponent- tells how many times a number or base is used as a factor
A power - is an expression using a base and an exponent. A power has two parts, a base and an exponent.
Warm-up: order of operations (PEMDAS)
Homework #43:
1) DLIQ
2) Exercises /Check Understanding No.1 - No.12 (Press the button below that says H.W.#43)
10/16/12 (Tuesday):
E2.8 (pg. 92): Scientific Notation
NS1.1-compare rational numbers n scientific notation
Warm-Up: Multiply and Divide Integers (opposite signs)
Homework #44:
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg. 94 A- No.5, 6, 10, 11, 15 and 16 only- please use today's notes to do these problems. Take your time and count decimals!
10/17/12 (Wednesday):
E2.8 (pg. 92): Scientific Notation
Review and Practice
Practice on writing in scientific notation and standard form
Warm-up: Rational Number addition and subtraction
Homework #45
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg.94 A-No.7,8,12,13,17 and 18 only. Please use your notes to do these problems. Take your time and count decimals and exponents!
10/18/12 (Thursday):
E2.7/E2.8 Powers & Exponents/Scientific Notation Review and Practice in preparation for Quiz #4 tomorrow.
Warm-up: Find the reciprocal
Video on "Powers of ten, scales of the Universe"
Homework #46
1) DLIQ
2) Complete the practice sheet. Quiz#4 will be given tomorrow!
10/19/12 (Friday):
Quiz #4: Powers & Exponents/Scientific Notation
Good luck!
Homework #47
Reflective Essay on Quiz #4, must be two paragraphs!
10/23/12 (Tuesday):
E 3.1: pg. 106 Exploring Square Roots and Irrational Numbers
(AF 2.2) Extract roots
(NS 2.4) Determine between which two integers a square root lies
Warm-Up: review on scientific notation/exponents
Homework #48
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook p.109 A: No. 9 - No.21 only
10/24/12 (Wednesday):
E 3.1 Exploring Square Roots and Irrational Numbers continues
Warm-up: integers
Homework #49
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook p.109 A: No. 9 - No.21 only (Yes, this is the same Homework as yesterday's. You now have the necessary information to do it correctly! Enjoy!)
10/25/12 (Thursday):
E3.1 (pg.106) Square Roots and Irrational Numbers
E3.2 (pg.112) The Pythagorean theorem
AF 2.2/NS 2.4 (see above for details)
MG (Measurement and Geometry) 3.3 - Empirically verify the Pythagorean Theorem, use the Pythagorean theorem and its converse.
We will have a hands-on experiment of the Pythagorean Theorem! Show up in class and find out all about it!
Homework #50
1) DLIQ
2) Complete the Class Activity of Pythagorean Theorem. (If you were absent, please come see me for this homework. Or you can ask you friend to send you the Homework PPT slides.)
10/26/12 (Friday):
E3.2 (pg 112) The Pythagorean Theorem continues
Warm-Up: Irrational Numbers. Estimate a square root.
Homework #51
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook p.114 A: No.3 - No.12. (For No. 4,5,6,10,11,12, use a calculator.)
10/29/12 (Monday):
E 3.2 (pg 112 - ) The Pythagorean Theorem Review and Practice
What you'll learn: To use the Pythagorean Theorem to find missing measurements of triangles.
Homework #52
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg. 120 A: No. 3 - No.12
10/30/12 (Tuesday):
E 3.2 (pg 1112)/E 3.3 (pg. 118 - ) Pythagorean theorem: Finding the missing measurements of triangles
More Practice!
Warm-up: Finding the square roots
Homework #53
1) DLIQ
2) Do H.W.#52 (see above) one more time. This time, you'll get better understanding of how it works!
10/31/12 (Wednesday): HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!
E 4.1: pg. 160 - Ratio and Rates
MG (Measurement and Geometry) 1.1: use rates to compare quantities in different units
MG 1.3: use rates and dimensional analysis
Warm-Up: Pythagorean Theorem Review
Homework #54
1) DLIQ
2) Write down the Example: Finding a unit rate on p.161 neatly and study the materials. Then do the Quick Check #2 below it.
11/1/12 (Thursday):
E 4.1: pg. 160 - Ratio and Rates continues/ Review and Practice
Warm-up: Ratio
Homework #55
1) DLIQ
2) Pick 5 examples we studied today in class and make flash cards. Write the question on one side and the answer on the other
side. Practice! Then put them in a sandwich Ziplock bag, write your name on the bag in black marker and turn it in tomorrow.
11/2/12 (Friday):
CST Grade 7 Math Benchmark Test (This is to see where you are at in math skills at this time. Please do your best so we can serve your needs better in the future!)
Homework #56
One-Pager
Title: Pythagorean Theorem
Main Concept: Finding the missing leg length by using Pythagorean Theorem
List two questions you had in learning this concept and your answers.
Summary
11/5/12 (Monday):
Unit 4 on Proportions
AF 4.2: Solve multi-step problems
MG 1.3: Use proportions
Warm-Up: Review on Pythagorean Theorem- finding the missing leg length
Homework #57
1) DLIQ : Please start doing DLIQ on the bottom of your Homework (to make Mrs.Sorensen's grading easier). Answer today's
Essential Question. Make sure to use all three vocabulary we learned today. (proportion/ratio/cross products)
2) Textbook pg 177 - 178 No.6,12, 14, 16, 18,20,21, 22, 24, and 41
11/6/12 (Tuesday):
Unit 4 on Proportions Review and Practice
Warm-Up: Finding GCF and LCM Review
We will do a practice sheet in class.
Homework #58
1) DLIQ:
2) Practice Sheet from the class " Proportion Word Problems" No. 11 - No.18
11/7/12 (Wednesday):
Unit 4 on Similar Figures and Proportions
AF 4.2 Solve multi-step problems involving distance, construct and read scale drawings, use proportions and dimensions to find indirect measurement.
Homework #59
1) DLIQ: Answer today's Essential Question. Make sure to use all three vocabulary we learned today.(similar figures/corresponding angles/proportions)
2) Textbook pg. 183-184: No. 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 22, 23, and 24
11/8/12 (Thursday)
Unit 4.7: Indirect Measurement
MG 1.2: Construct and read drawings and models made to scale
Warm-up: use the cross products to solve for x.
Homework #60
1) DLIQ: Answer today's Essential Question. Make sure to use all three vocabulary words we learned today. similar triangles/corresponding sides/proportions)
2) Textbook pg. 199 - 200 No. 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 22, 23, and 24
11/9/12 (Friday)
Unit 4.2: pg.166 Converting Units (Dimensional Analysis)
MG 1.3: Use measures expressed as rates and measures expressed as products to sove problems; check the units of the solutions and use dimensional analysis to check the reasonableness of the answer.
Warm-Up: Find the unknown by using proportions. (Indirect Measurement)
Homework #61
1) DLIQ: Answer today's Essential Question. Make sure to use all three vocabulary words we learned today. (conversion factors, units, measurement systems)
2) Textbook pg. 169 No.7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15,16, 25 & 28 (challenge) Please use the conversion chart.
11/13/12 (Tuesday):
E4.6: pg.192 Scale Models & Maps
(AF4.2): Solve multi-step problems involving distance
(MG 1.2): Construct and read scale drawings
(MG1.3): Use proportions and dimensions to find indirect measurement
Warm-Up: conversion (review)
Homework #62:
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg. 193- No.4,5,6,8,10,12,14,16, 18 & 19
11/14/12 (Wednesday):
E5.1 Fractions, Decimals and Percents
(NS 1.3) Convert fractions, decimals, and percents
(NS 1.5) convert percents to reduced fractions
Warm-Up: Scale Drawing by using proportions
Homework #63:
1) DLIQ - Answer today's Essential Questions
2) Textbook pg. 212 No.1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15 17, 18, 21 and 27
11/15/12 (Thursday):
E 5.2 Fractions, Decimals and Percents: Review and Practice
11/15/12 (Thursday) H.W.#64:
1) DLIQ
2) Complete the practice sheet No.22-No.36 from today's class (Fractions, Decimals and Percents) Review and Practice
11/16/12 (Friday):
E5.2 pg.214: Estimate with Percetns
(NS 1.3) Convert fractions to decimals and percents and use these representations in estimations
Warm-Up: Converting Units
Homework #65
1) DLIQ: Answer Today's Essential Question
2) Complete the Practice Sheet <5-2> pg.273 all numbers
3) Practice <4-6> p. 259 Scale Models and Maps all numbers
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
11/26/12 (Monday):
E5.3 Percent and Proportions pg. 218
(NS 1.3) Solve percent problems using proportions
Essential Question: Compare solving problems using proportions Vs. percents. Which do you prefer?
Warm-up: Estimate with percents
Homework #66
1) DLIQ- Answer today's Essential Question
2) Complete the practice sheet <5-3> p.17 ( If you were absent, you can scroll down to find the practice sheet here.)
3) Grade H.W.#65B Practice <4-6> Scale Models & Maps. (Please don't get too stressed out about this work! Just do your best!)
11/27/12 (Tuesday):
E5-4: Percents and Equations pg. 224
(NS 1.3): Solve percent problems using equations
If you didn't quite get how to solve percent problems using proportions yesterday, you'll learn it better with today's lesson!
Warm-Up: Percents and Proportions
Homework #67:
1) DLIQ- Answer Today's Essential Questions
2) Practice Sheet <5-4> no. 11 - No.20, 21, 23, and 25.
Bonus points for No. 22, 24 and 26. You need to box around them with a highlighter to claim the bonus points.
11/28/12 (Wednesday):
E5-5: Percent of Change pg. 230 (NS 1.6) Calculate the percent f increase and percent of decrease
Warm-Up: percents and equations Hang in there, everyone! It just gets better and easier, okay??
Class Work Sheet : Scroll it all the down and click on the Textbook p. 232
Homework #68:
1) DLIQ - Answer Today's Essential Questions
2) Complete Practice Sheet <5-5> pg. 35 No. 1 - No. 15
11/29/12 (Thursday):
E5-6: Markup & Discount pg. 234 (NS 1.7) Find markups and discounts
Warm-Up: Find percent of increase or decrease
Class Work Sheet
Homework #69:
1) DLIQ- Answer Today's Essential Questions
2) Practice Sheet <5-6> pg. 41 No. 6 - No.18 (13 problems)
11/30/12 (Friday):
E5-6: Markup & Discount pg. 234 - continues (NS 1.7) Find markups and discount
We will learn how to find the regular price today.
Warm - up: Find the selling price
Class Work: Continue with the practice sheet <5-6> : Markup and Discounts
Homework #70:
1) DLIQ
2) Activity Lab (Handout) <5-6> Markup and Discount; Fill in the table for Strategy 1 & 2 and answer the question on the bottom.
12/3/12 (Monday):
E5.6: markup & discount - Review and Practice
(NS 1.7) Find markups and discount
Warm-Up: Find the regular price
Homework #71:
Copy (Write) down textbook pg. 242. (You are to write down everything you see on these pages word by word, number by number, etc.) Start with the title <CH 5-7> Simple Interest through all the way down to the sentence that says, "The final balance in the account is $138, which is on page 243.
Do Quick Check 1 & 2 plus do "Check Your Understanding No.1 - No.4
12/4/12 (Tuesday):
E 5.7 pg. 242: "Simple Interest"
(NS 1.7) Find simple interest I = P (principal) x r (annual interest rate) x t (number of years or time)
Homework #72:
1) DLIQ - Answer today's Essential Questions
2) Practice Sheet < 5-7> No. 1 - No.14 (all)
12/5/12 (Wednesday):
E5.7 pg.242 : "Simple Interest" and Compound Interest (From Prentice Hall Textbook pg. 369)
(NS 1.7) Find Simple and compound Interest
Warm-up: Find the simple interest earned
Homework #73:
1) DLIQ- Answer Today's Essential Questions
2) Practice And problem Solving No. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 only. Scroll it down to download the homework assignment.
12/6/12 (Thursday):
E CH5 Summary: Applications of Percent pg. 210 - pg.245
Study Guide for Standard Test #3
Warm-Up: Find the balance by using compound interest formula
Homework #74:
Study Guide problems No. 1 - No.11 on a separate sheet of paper. (We covered this in class, so you shouldn't have any problems doing it again, right?) Show all the work!! No work, Quality Check points will be less than 70%. This is to prepare you for tomorrow's big Standard Test #3. Do it right!!
12/7/12 (Friday):
ECH 5 Standard #3 Test "Applications of Percent"
Homework: #75:
1) One paragraph Reflection Essay on taking Standard Test #3.
such as : Did you study enough? Were you well prepared? What can you do to improve your preparation next time? etc.
2) Copy (write) down textbook page 261 (CH6-1: Two Step equations) from the top to the bottom ,word by word, number by number. Please include the title and also do the Quick Check 1 on the bottom of this page. Use multi colors!
12/10/12 (Monday):
E6.1 - pg.261 Solving Two-Step Equations
AF 4.1: Solve two-step equations
Warm-Up: CST released questions
Homework: #76:
1) Answer today's Essential Questions
2) Practice <6-1> p.295 on Solving Two-Step Equations (The work sheet is also on this website. Just scroll it down to download the assignment.)
You are required to show the work on separate sheets of paper. If there is no evidence of work done, it is considered that you did not do your homework.
12/11/12 (Tuesday):
E6.1: Solving Two-Step Equations (pg.261) Review and Practice
E6.2: Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
(AF 4.1) preparation for "Solve multi-step equations"
Warm-up: CST released questions.
Homework #77:
1) DLIQ (regular kind)
2) Practice Sheet <6-2> simplifying algebraic expressions p.297 (all)
You are required to show the work on separate sheets of paper. If there is no evidence of work done, it is considered that you did not do your homework.
12/12/12 (Wednesday):
E6.2: Simplifying Algebraic Expressions (Identifying and collection like-terms) Review and Practice
E6.3: pg.271 Solving multi-step equations
(AF 4.1): Solve Multi-Step Equations
Warm-Up: CST released questions
Homework #78:
1) Answer Today's Essential Questions
2) Practice Sheet <6-3> Solving Multi-Step Equations pg.299
You are required to show the work on separate sheets of paper. If there is no evidence of work done, it is considered that you did not do your homework.
12/13/12 (Thursday):
E6-4: pg. 276 "solving Equations with variables on both sides
(AF4.1): Solve Equations with variables on both sides.
Warm-Up: CST released questions
Homework #79:
1) Answer Essential Questions
2) Practice Sheet <6-4> p. 301 Solving Equations with variables on both sides.
You are required to show the work on separate sheets of paper. If there is no evidence of work done, it is considered that you did not do your homework.
12/14/12 (Friday):
E6.5: pg. 282 "Solving Inequalities by Adding or Subtracting"
(AF4.1) Solve two-step inequalities
Warm-Up: CST released questions
Homework #80:
1) DLIQ (regular)
2) Practice Sheet <6-5> p.303 " Solving inequalities by adding and subtracting" p.303
12/17/12 (Monday):
Semester 1 Final Exam Preparation Study Guide No.1. - No. 57
Homework #81:
1) Practice all the problems covered in class today.
2) Do the rest of the problems from the Study Guide and mark the ones that need clarification tomorrow.
12/18/12 (Tuesday):
Semester 1 Final Exam Preparation Study Guide No.58 - No.95
Please prepare well for the final exam by practicing the study guide over and over!
12/19/12 (Wednesday) - 12/21/12(Friday)
Final Examination Good Luck!!!
Please bring a book to read!
1.1: Algebraic Expressions and Order of Operations
Warm-up: on the board
Vocabulary:
variable: unknown quantity usually expressed by a letter like a,b,c...x,y,z
algebraic expression: a mathematical phrase or sentence that has one or more variables
simplify a numerical expression: replace it with its single numerical value
evaluate:replace each variable with a number
H.W#6:
*Go over today's notes and study.
* Complete DLIQ and make sure your Qs (questions) are answered either from your friends, family members or from Mrs.
Sorensen
8/21/12 (Tuesday)
1.1: Algebraic Expressions/order of Operations
Warm-up: on the board
Vocabulary:
order of operation: PEMDAS (I'll explain it in class)
H.W.#7:
*Complete DLIQ
*Go over today's notes and study.
"Practice Writing Expressions No.1 - No.10
Attention: Incomplete H.W. = 0% or 50% depending on how much effort you have spent on it.
8/22/12 (Wednesday)
E1.1 order of operation and simplify numerical expressions
Warm-up: on the board
Vocabulary:
Evaluating an algebraic expression - this means to replace or substitute each variable with a number given, then simplify
H.W.#8:
*Complete DLIQ
* Go over today's notes and study
* Simplify (Order of Operations). Use PEMDAS
Attention: Incomplete H.W. = 0% or 50% depending on how much effort you have spent on it.
1.2: Inters and Absolute Value
1.3: Adding and Subtracting Integers
Vocabulary:
additive Inverses=Two numbers whose sum is 0.
8/23/12 (Thursday):
E1.1: Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
E1.2: Absolute value
Warm-Up on the board. Right hand side of your Cornell Note
Vocabulary:
Absolute Value= a number's distance from zero on the number line
H.W.#9: Worksheet "Evaluating Algebraic Expression"
8/24/12 (Friday):
warm-Up: Practice Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
Quiz#1: "Simplifying Algebraic Expressions"
H.W.#10:
1) DLIQ
2) Update IGM chart (Individual Grade Management chart)
8/27/12 (Monday):
E 1.3: Adding and Subtracting Integers
Vocabulary:
Integers: ......-3, -2. -1, 0, 1, 2, 3.......
H.W.#11:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet "Simplify Each Expression" (click on the button below that says H.W.#11)
8/28/12 (Tuesday):
E1.3: Adding and Subtracting Integers
H.W.#12:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet "Simplify Each Expression" #12 (Click on the button below that says H.W.#12)
8/29/12 (Wednesday):
E 1.5: Properties of Numbers
1. Commutative properties of Addition & Multiplication
2. Associative Properties of Addition & Multiplication
3. Identity Properties of Addition & Multiplication
H.W.#13
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet "Simplify by using properties of operations"
8/30/12 (Thursday)
Review for the week and preparation for Quiz#2 on Friday.
* Integers
* Absolute Value
* Adding and Subtracting Integers
* Properties of Operations (Commutative/Associative/Identity Property of
Addition and Multiplication)
HW#14
1) DLIQ
2) Study for the Quiz#2 (see above) for at least 30 minutes and have your
parents/guardians/responsible adult people in the family sign the "Acknowledgement"
paper and bring it back to class.
8/31/12 (Friday):
Concept Quiz #2: Integers/Absolute Value/Adding and Subtracting Integers/Properties of Operations
No Homework , but please remember to update your IGM (Individual Grade Management) chart. If you have no PowerSchool on your i-Pad, come see me after class, during lunch or after school.
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NOTE: Starting this week, I will implement a new Homework Check system. You will staple the week's homework together and turn it in on Friday for Homework credit.
9/4/12 (Tuesday):
Concept Quiz #2 Part II (Adding & Subtracting Integers/Properties of Operations)
Update IGM chart
Practice Sheet 1.5 (Properties of Numbers) No.1 - No.12 & No.19 only
HW#15
1) DLIQ
2) Complete the Practice Sheet 1.5 (Properties of Numbers) No.1 - No.12 & No.19 only
9/5/12 (Wednesday):
E 1.5: Properties of Numbers/ Distributive properties p.28
(CA 1.3 : Simplify expressions using the Distributive property)
Homework check
Instruction on Distributive Property and practice work
Vocabulary: p.28
Distributive Property: For any numbers a,b, and c, a(b+c)=ab+ac
a(b-c)=ab-ac
HW#16
1) DLIQ
2) Handout: Vocabulary Check Sheet on Properties of Numbers
3) Textbook page.29 Find each product. No.21 - No.29 ( 9 problems) Please spend quality time on working on each problem!
9/6/12 (Thursday):
E 1.5: Properties of Numbers (distributive property)
E 1.6: Solving one-step equation p.33
(AF 1.1) Write an equation
(AF 1.4) Use algebraic terms - equation, open sentence, solution
Vocabulary:
1) equation - is a mathematical sentence with an equal sign such as 9+2=11, x+7=37, a+(-3)=2a+5 etc.
2) open sentence - is an equation with one or more variables such as x+7=37.
3) solution - is the answer/ a value for a variable that makes an equation true
HW#17
1) DLIQ
2) Complete the E1.6 Solving one-step equation (Class Work) sheet. This is a Handout for today.
9/7/12 (Friday):
E 2.1: Factors p.52, 53
(MR 3.2) Solve a simple problem and apply strategy to more complex problems
Vocabulary:
1) A prime number - is a whole number that can only be divided by 1 or by itself
2) A factor - is an integer that divides another integer with a remainder of 0, such as 2 is a factor of 4.
3) A composite number - is a whole number that has more than two factors.
We will learn about prime factorization by using a "Factor Tree".
H.W.#18 (I know it's Friday, but this is important!)
Update your IGM (Individual Grade Management) chart. Check your PowerSchool,or visit Mrs. Sorensen during your break time, lunch time or after school.
You will turn this in on Monday, please!
THIS WEEK'S HOMEWORK IS DUE TODAY!!
9/10/12 (Monday):
Review of "one-step equation"
E 1.6: Solving one-step equation p 33, 32, 35
A.F: Write an Equation
A.F: Use Algebraic Terms (equation, open sentence, solution)
Vocabulary: Textbook pg.33
1) Addition Property of Equality: If you add the same number to each side of an equation, the two sides remain equal.
2) Subtraction Property of Equality: If you subtract the same number from each side of an equation,the two sides remain the same.
H.W.#19:
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg.35 (No.10, 12, 14, 16,18,20, 22,24,26 & 27) Please show the work!
9/11/12 (Tuesday):
E 1.7: The Multiplication Property of Equality/The division Property of Equality
MR 3.1: (Evaluate solutions in the context of the original situation)
Vocabulary: Textbook pg.38
1) Multiplication Property of Equality: If you multiply each side of an equation by the same number, the two sides remain equal.
If a=b, then ac=bc
2) Division Property of Equality: If you divide each side of an equation by the same nonzero (you are not allowed to divide by "0")
the two sides remain equal. If a=b, the a/c=b/c c is nonzero.
H.W.#20:
1) DLIQ
2) H.W.#20 Practice Sheet (Solving Equation by using Multiplication and Division Property of Equality)
9/12/12 (Wednesday):
E 3.1: Factors pg.52 (Prime Factorization)/Divisibility Rules for 2, 5, and 10.
MR 3.2: (Derive a rule and demonstrate understanding by deriving similar rules.)
Warm-Up: A prime number/A factor/A composite number
H.W.#21: Finding Prime Factorization
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg.55 No.15 - No.22 (All) There are 8 of them all together. Enjoy!
9/13/12 (Thursday):
E2.1: Factors (Finding the GCF) pg.52, 53
MR 3.2 : (Derive a rule and demonstrate understanding by deriving similar rules.)
Warm-Up: Prime Factorization with a factor tree
We will learn how to find the GCF between two numbers.
Vocabulary:
GCF - (Greatest Common Factor) when you find all the factors of two or more numbers, and you find some factors are the same
(common), the largest of those common factors is the Greatest Common Factor.
H.W.#22: Find the GCF of each pair of numbers by using both a factor tree and a factor table like we learned in class. Textbook
pg.55 No.23 - No.32 There are 10 problems.
9/14/12 (Friday):
Review:
We will go over the Study Guide for Standard Test #1 (Solving for one step equation/Multiplication and Division Property of Equation/Prime Factorization/find GCF)
H.W.#23: Study the Study Guide for the Test on Monday. Have your parents/guardians sign the bottom of this sheet!
9/17/12 (Monday):
Standard Test #1:Solving for one step equation/Multiplication and Division Property of Equation/Prime Factorization/find GCF
H.W.#24: DLIQ about taking Standard Test #1. (One paragraph)
9/18/12 (Tuesday):
E2.2: p57 Simplifying Fractions/finding Equivalent Fractions
AF2.1: Simplify Rational Expressions with exponents
Warm-Up: Find GCF by using prime factorizations
Vocabulary:
Simplest Form: A fraction is in the simplest form when numerator and the denominator have no common factors other than 1.
H.W.#25:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet H.W.#25: Finding Equivalent Fractions/Write in the simplest Form
9/19/12 (Wednesday):
E2.7: p 57 Rational Numbers Simplifying Fractions/Finding Equivalent Fractions/GCF
MR2.5 use diagrams to explain mathematical reasoning
MR 2.6 Express the solution clearly and logically
GCF Venn Diagram
Graph rational numbers on a number line.
Vocabulary:
A Rational Number: is any number you can write as a quotient a/b of two integers, where b is not zero.
H.W.#26:
1) DLIQ (Please write it down on the back side of the Venn Diagram paper.)
2) GCF Venn Diagram (Instruction on this assignment is provided during class time. Also, see the sample sheet below. Click on the button that says "Finding GCF by using a Venn Diagram"
9/20/12 (Thursday):
E5.2: Fractions and Decimals p.229
NS 1.3: Convert fractions to decimals
Warm-up: Simplify each expression - collecting like terms
Vocabulary:
Terminating decimal: when the division ends with a remainder of zero, the quotient is called a terminating decimal
Repeating decimal: when the same block of digits in a decimal repeats without end, the decimal is called a repeating decimal
H.W.#27:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet H.W.#27: Writing a fraction to a decimal
9/21/12 (Friday):
Fractions and Decimals: Writing fractions/mixed numbers as decimals
Writing decimals as fractions
Graphing decimals on a number line
Warm-Up: absolute Value (review)
Quick Quiz#2: Writing a fraction as a decimal
Homework#24, #25, #26, and #27 are due today. Late assignments are worth 50%.
H.W.#28:
Check PowerSchool and do a grade reflection essay (at least one paragraph long, please.)
(Sample Essay)
I received a C - after Mrs. Sorensen graded all of the "missing" assignments this weekend. I had five missing assignments to complete before Friday, but I realized that it was too much for me to do in a week. I really stacked up homework on myself! I could have earned B+ if I had done all of the homework and turned them in on time. I learned my lesson and I will strive to work steadily from now on! I want to go to college and I know being lazy isn't the way to go about it.
9/24/12 (Monday)
E 2.3: pg 62 Comparing and Ordering Fractions
MR: Sequence and Prioritize information in problems
Warm-Up: one-step equation
Vocabulary:
A Multiple of a number: is the product of that number and any nonzero whole number
LCM: Least Common Multiple
LCD: Least Common Denominator
Homework# 29: Practice Sheet on Find the LCM (Show all work please!)
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet #29
9/25/12 (Tuesday)
E2.3: pg 62~ Comparing and Ordering Fractions continues..
Warm-up: compare by using the symbols < or > or =
Practice finding LCD
Homework #30:
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg.64 No.7 - No.14 (8 problems): Which is greater? Show your work by finding LCD.
9/26/12 (Wednesday)
E2.4: pg. 66 Adding and Subtracting Fractions
NS1.2/2.2 (Add and Subtract fractions using factors to find the common denominator)
Warm-Up: Comparing decimals (which is greater?)
Homework #31:
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg.68 No.8 - No.19 (There are 12 of them) Please show the work!!
9/27/12 (Thursday)
More practice on Adding and Subtracting Fractions!
Warm-Up: One-step equation by using addition and multiplication properties of equalities
Homework #32:
1) DLIQ
2) Handout Practice 2-4 on Adding and Subtracting Rational Numbers No.1 - No.9 You must show the work!!
(If you are absent on this day, please ask Mrs. Sorensen for this Handout, please!)
9/28/12 (Friday)
Adding and Subtracting Fractions: Summary and quick quiz
Warm-Up: Changing to an improper fraction
NO Homework this weekend. Please use this opportunity to catch up with your missing assignments!
10/1/12 (Monday)
Multiplying and Dividing Fractions (NS 1.2): Multiply and divide fractions. (MR 2.6): Support solutions with evidence in both verbal and symbolic work.
Warm-Up: Finding the LCM
Quick Quiz #3 on fractions and decimals
Homework #33:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet: "Multiplying Fractions"
10/2/12 (Tuesday)
Multiplying and dividing fractions continues..
Warm-up: Review on Long division
Homework: #34:
1) DLIQ
2) Practice Sheet #34 " Dividing Fractions" No.30 - No.41
If you complete"Multiplying Fractions" No.18 - No.29, you will receive 50 points extra for this Homework!
10/3/12 (Wednesday)
Rational Numbers Vocabulary Summary (Preparation for Quiz #3)
Composite Numbers
Prime numbers
LCM
factors
GCF
reciprocals
formula
LCD
relatively prime
Homework #35:
1) DLIQ
2) Write out all the vocabulary words and their definitions on a separate sheet of paper neatly and study them for tomorrow's quiz #3. If you have already written the definitions neatly, then you may turn this neat paper in as homework #35, but please study the words and definitions for the quiz.
10/4/12 (Thursday)
Quiz#3: "Operations with Fractions" (Vocabulary)
Good luck!!
Homework #36:
1) DLIQ
2) Worksheet " Dividing Mixed Numbers"
10/5/12 (Friday)
E2.5 : Multiplying and Dividing Fractions" pg. 72 -75
CA (NS 1.2): Multiply and divide fractions. (MR 2.6): Support solutions with evidence in both verbal and symbolic work.
Warm-Up: multiply and divide fractions
Homework #37:
1) DLIQ
2) Worksheet " Multiplying Fractions with Cross Canceling" This is a Handout!
10/8/12 (Monday)
Quiz # 3 "Operations with Fractions" Review and Reflections
Warm-Up: Solve equation and check the solution
Retake of the Quiz #3 will be explained, so pay attention!
Homework #38:
1) DLIQ
2) Grade the worksheet "Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions" using the answer key provided here on the website.(see below) Write out the problems you missed, correct them and make sure to clear any fuzzy areas. If you made no mistakes, just state 100 % with the H.W.#38 written on top.
10/9/12 (Tuesday)
Preparation for taking the Standard Test #2:" Adding & Subtracting Fractions", "Multiplying & Dividing Fractions" " Ordering from Least to Greatest", "Finding LCM"
Warm-Up: Properties of Numbers (Name the properties)
Homework #39:
1) DLIQ
2) Preparation Work for Test#2: You will : clean up today's notes
do all the problems we practiced in class at least one more time.
get your parent/guardian's signature on top of the front page of
H.W.#39 (right by your name).
10/10/12 (Wednesday)
Standard Test #2: " Adding & Subtracting Fractions", "Multiplying & Dividing Fractions" " Ordering from Least to Greatest", "Finding LCM" (MR 1.1) Sequence and prioritize information in problems ( NS 1.2) Add and Subtract fraction, Multiply and Divide Fractions
(NS 2.2) Add and Subtract Fractions using factors to find the common denominators
Homework #40:
Reflective Essay (2 paragraph-long) on taking Standard Test #2 - details will be provided on PPT in class.
10/11/12 (Thursday)
The Standard Test #2 Review and Retake information.
We didn't do so well on this test.... we will go over the materials again and we will take the second version of the Standard Test #2 tomorrow! We can do it!!
Homework #41:
Study the notes you took today in class, make sure you practice each problem twice (at least) in preparation for tomorrow's test.
10/12/12 (Friday):
Standard Test #2-version No.2.
Good Luck!
Homework #42:
Textbook page 86 (CH 2-7) on "Powers and Exponents"
You will copy down this page as you preview the materials for the next week.
Start from "Why Learn This?" to all the way down to the bottom of this page where it says "Quick Check' No.1
Go ahead and try Quick Check No.1.
10/15/12 (Monday):
E2.7: Power and Exponents (pg. 86)
Vocabulary: (Details are on PPT)
An exponent- tells how many times a number or base is used as a factor
A power - is an expression using a base and an exponent. A power has two parts, a base and an exponent.
Warm-up: order of operations (PEMDAS)
Homework #43:
1) DLIQ
2) Exercises /Check Understanding No.1 - No.12 (Press the button below that says H.W.#43)
10/16/12 (Tuesday):
E2.8 (pg. 92): Scientific Notation
NS1.1-compare rational numbers n scientific notation
Warm-Up: Multiply and Divide Integers (opposite signs)
Homework #44:
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg. 94 A- No.5, 6, 10, 11, 15 and 16 only- please use today's notes to do these problems. Take your time and count decimals!
10/17/12 (Wednesday):
E2.8 (pg. 92): Scientific Notation
Review and Practice
Practice on writing in scientific notation and standard form
Warm-up: Rational Number addition and subtraction
Homework #45
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg.94 A-No.7,8,12,13,17 and 18 only. Please use your notes to do these problems. Take your time and count decimals and exponents!
10/18/12 (Thursday):
E2.7/E2.8 Powers & Exponents/Scientific Notation Review and Practice in preparation for Quiz #4 tomorrow.
Warm-up: Find the reciprocal
Video on "Powers of ten, scales of the Universe"
Homework #46
1) DLIQ
2) Complete the practice sheet. Quiz#4 will be given tomorrow!
10/19/12 (Friday):
Quiz #4: Powers & Exponents/Scientific Notation
Good luck!
Homework #47
Reflective Essay on Quiz #4, must be two paragraphs!
10/23/12 (Tuesday):
E 3.1: pg. 106 Exploring Square Roots and Irrational Numbers
(AF 2.2) Extract roots
(NS 2.4) Determine between which two integers a square root lies
Warm-Up: review on scientific notation/exponents
Homework #48
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook p.109 A: No. 9 - No.21 only
10/24/12 (Wednesday):
E 3.1 Exploring Square Roots and Irrational Numbers continues
Warm-up: integers
Homework #49
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook p.109 A: No. 9 - No.21 only (Yes, this is the same Homework as yesterday's. You now have the necessary information to do it correctly! Enjoy!)
10/25/12 (Thursday):
E3.1 (pg.106) Square Roots and Irrational Numbers
E3.2 (pg.112) The Pythagorean theorem
AF 2.2/NS 2.4 (see above for details)
MG (Measurement and Geometry) 3.3 - Empirically verify the Pythagorean Theorem, use the Pythagorean theorem and its converse.
We will have a hands-on experiment of the Pythagorean Theorem! Show up in class and find out all about it!
Homework #50
1) DLIQ
2) Complete the Class Activity of Pythagorean Theorem. (If you were absent, please come see me for this homework. Or you can ask you friend to send you the Homework PPT slides.)
10/26/12 (Friday):
E3.2 (pg 112) The Pythagorean Theorem continues
Warm-Up: Irrational Numbers. Estimate a square root.
Homework #51
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook p.114 A: No.3 - No.12. (For No. 4,5,6,10,11,12, use a calculator.)
10/29/12 (Monday):
E 3.2 (pg 112 - ) The Pythagorean Theorem Review and Practice
What you'll learn: To use the Pythagorean Theorem to find missing measurements of triangles.
Homework #52
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg. 120 A: No. 3 - No.12
10/30/12 (Tuesday):
E 3.2 (pg 1112)/E 3.3 (pg. 118 - ) Pythagorean theorem: Finding the missing measurements of triangles
More Practice!
Warm-up: Finding the square roots
Homework #53
1) DLIQ
2) Do H.W.#52 (see above) one more time. This time, you'll get better understanding of how it works!
10/31/12 (Wednesday): HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!
E 4.1: pg. 160 - Ratio and Rates
MG (Measurement and Geometry) 1.1: use rates to compare quantities in different units
MG 1.3: use rates and dimensional analysis
Warm-Up: Pythagorean Theorem Review
Homework #54
1) DLIQ
2) Write down the Example: Finding a unit rate on p.161 neatly and study the materials. Then do the Quick Check #2 below it.
11/1/12 (Thursday):
E 4.1: pg. 160 - Ratio and Rates continues/ Review and Practice
Warm-up: Ratio
Homework #55
1) DLIQ
2) Pick 5 examples we studied today in class and make flash cards. Write the question on one side and the answer on the other
side. Practice! Then put them in a sandwich Ziplock bag, write your name on the bag in black marker and turn it in tomorrow.
11/2/12 (Friday):
CST Grade 7 Math Benchmark Test (This is to see where you are at in math skills at this time. Please do your best so we can serve your needs better in the future!)
Homework #56
One-Pager
Title: Pythagorean Theorem
Main Concept: Finding the missing leg length by using Pythagorean Theorem
List two questions you had in learning this concept and your answers.
Summary
11/5/12 (Monday):
Unit 4 on Proportions
AF 4.2: Solve multi-step problems
MG 1.3: Use proportions
Warm-Up: Review on Pythagorean Theorem- finding the missing leg length
Homework #57
1) DLIQ : Please start doing DLIQ on the bottom of your Homework (to make Mrs.Sorensen's grading easier). Answer today's
Essential Question. Make sure to use all three vocabulary we learned today. (proportion/ratio/cross products)
2) Textbook pg 177 - 178 No.6,12, 14, 16, 18,20,21, 22, 24, and 41
11/6/12 (Tuesday):
Unit 4 on Proportions Review and Practice
Warm-Up: Finding GCF and LCM Review
We will do a practice sheet in class.
Homework #58
1) DLIQ:
2) Practice Sheet from the class " Proportion Word Problems" No. 11 - No.18
11/7/12 (Wednesday):
Unit 4 on Similar Figures and Proportions
AF 4.2 Solve multi-step problems involving distance, construct and read scale drawings, use proportions and dimensions to find indirect measurement.
Homework #59
1) DLIQ: Answer today's Essential Question. Make sure to use all three vocabulary we learned today.(similar figures/corresponding angles/proportions)
2) Textbook pg. 183-184: No. 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 22, 23, and 24
11/8/12 (Thursday)
Unit 4.7: Indirect Measurement
MG 1.2: Construct and read drawings and models made to scale
Warm-up: use the cross products to solve for x.
Homework #60
1) DLIQ: Answer today's Essential Question. Make sure to use all three vocabulary words we learned today. similar triangles/corresponding sides/proportions)
2) Textbook pg. 199 - 200 No. 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 22, 23, and 24
11/9/12 (Friday)
Unit 4.2: pg.166 Converting Units (Dimensional Analysis)
MG 1.3: Use measures expressed as rates and measures expressed as products to sove problems; check the units of the solutions and use dimensional analysis to check the reasonableness of the answer.
Warm-Up: Find the unknown by using proportions. (Indirect Measurement)
Homework #61
1) DLIQ: Answer today's Essential Question. Make sure to use all three vocabulary words we learned today. (conversion factors, units, measurement systems)
2) Textbook pg. 169 No.7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15,16, 25 & 28 (challenge) Please use the conversion chart.
11/13/12 (Tuesday):
E4.6: pg.192 Scale Models & Maps
(AF4.2): Solve multi-step problems involving distance
(MG 1.2): Construct and read scale drawings
(MG1.3): Use proportions and dimensions to find indirect measurement
Warm-Up: conversion (review)
Homework #62:
1) DLIQ
2) Textbook pg. 193- No.4,5,6,8,10,12,14,16, 18 & 19
11/14/12 (Wednesday):
E5.1 Fractions, Decimals and Percents
(NS 1.3) Convert fractions, decimals, and percents
(NS 1.5) convert percents to reduced fractions
Warm-Up: Scale Drawing by using proportions
Homework #63:
1) DLIQ - Answer today's Essential Questions
2) Textbook pg. 212 No.1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15 17, 18, 21 and 27
11/15/12 (Thursday):
E 5.2 Fractions, Decimals and Percents: Review and Practice
11/15/12 (Thursday) H.W.#64:
1) DLIQ
2) Complete the practice sheet No.22-No.36 from today's class (Fractions, Decimals and Percents) Review and Practice
11/16/12 (Friday):
E5.2 pg.214: Estimate with Percetns
(NS 1.3) Convert fractions to decimals and percents and use these representations in estimations
Warm-Up: Converting Units
Homework #65
1) DLIQ: Answer Today's Essential Question
2) Complete the Practice Sheet <5-2> pg.273 all numbers
3) Practice <4-6> p. 259 Scale Models and Maps all numbers
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
11/26/12 (Monday):
E5.3 Percent and Proportions pg. 218
(NS 1.3) Solve percent problems using proportions
Essential Question: Compare solving problems using proportions Vs. percents. Which do you prefer?
Warm-up: Estimate with percents
Homework #66
1) DLIQ- Answer today's Essential Question
2) Complete the practice sheet <5-3> p.17 ( If you were absent, you can scroll down to find the practice sheet here.)
3) Grade H.W.#65B Practice <4-6> Scale Models & Maps. (Please don't get too stressed out about this work! Just do your best!)
11/27/12 (Tuesday):
E5-4: Percents and Equations pg. 224
(NS 1.3): Solve percent problems using equations
If you didn't quite get how to solve percent problems using proportions yesterday, you'll learn it better with today's lesson!
Warm-Up: Percents and Proportions
Homework #67:
1) DLIQ- Answer Today's Essential Questions
2) Practice Sheet <5-4> no. 11 - No.20, 21, 23, and 25.
Bonus points for No. 22, 24 and 26. You need to box around them with a highlighter to claim the bonus points.
11/28/12 (Wednesday):
E5-5: Percent of Change pg. 230 (NS 1.6) Calculate the percent f increase and percent of decrease
Warm-Up: percents and equations Hang in there, everyone! It just gets better and easier, okay??
Class Work Sheet : Scroll it all the down and click on the Textbook p. 232
Homework #68:
1) DLIQ - Answer Today's Essential Questions
2) Complete Practice Sheet <5-5> pg. 35 No. 1 - No. 15
11/29/12 (Thursday):
E5-6: Markup & Discount pg. 234 (NS 1.7) Find markups and discounts
Warm-Up: Find percent of increase or decrease
Class Work Sheet
Homework #69:
1) DLIQ- Answer Today's Essential Questions
2) Practice Sheet <5-6> pg. 41 No. 6 - No.18 (13 problems)
11/30/12 (Friday):
E5-6: Markup & Discount pg. 234 - continues (NS 1.7) Find markups and discount
We will learn how to find the regular price today.
Warm - up: Find the selling price
Class Work: Continue with the practice sheet <5-6> : Markup and Discounts
Homework #70:
1) DLIQ
2) Activity Lab (Handout) <5-6> Markup and Discount; Fill in the table for Strategy 1 & 2 and answer the question on the bottom.
12/3/12 (Monday):
E5.6: markup & discount - Review and Practice
(NS 1.7) Find markups and discount
Warm-Up: Find the regular price
Homework #71:
Copy (Write) down textbook pg. 242. (You are to write down everything you see on these pages word by word, number by number, etc.) Start with the title <CH 5-7> Simple Interest through all the way down to the sentence that says, "The final balance in the account is $138, which is on page 243.
Do Quick Check 1 & 2 plus do "Check Your Understanding No.1 - No.4
12/4/12 (Tuesday):
E 5.7 pg. 242: "Simple Interest"
(NS 1.7) Find simple interest I = P (principal) x r (annual interest rate) x t (number of years or time)
Homework #72:
1) DLIQ - Answer today's Essential Questions
2) Practice Sheet < 5-7> No. 1 - No.14 (all)
12/5/12 (Wednesday):
E5.7 pg.242 : "Simple Interest" and Compound Interest (From Prentice Hall Textbook pg. 369)
(NS 1.7) Find Simple and compound Interest
Warm-up: Find the simple interest earned
Homework #73:
1) DLIQ- Answer Today's Essential Questions
2) Practice And problem Solving No. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 only. Scroll it down to download the homework assignment.
12/6/12 (Thursday):
E CH5 Summary: Applications of Percent pg. 210 - pg.245
Study Guide for Standard Test #3
Warm-Up: Find the balance by using compound interest formula
Homework #74:
Study Guide problems No. 1 - No.11 on a separate sheet of paper. (We covered this in class, so you shouldn't have any problems doing it again, right?) Show all the work!! No work, Quality Check points will be less than 70%. This is to prepare you for tomorrow's big Standard Test #3. Do it right!!
12/7/12 (Friday):
ECH 5 Standard #3 Test "Applications of Percent"
Homework: #75:
1) One paragraph Reflection Essay on taking Standard Test #3.
such as : Did you study enough? Were you well prepared? What can you do to improve your preparation next time? etc.
2) Copy (write) down textbook page 261 (CH6-1: Two Step equations) from the top to the bottom ,word by word, number by number. Please include the title and also do the Quick Check 1 on the bottom of this page. Use multi colors!
12/10/12 (Monday):
E6.1 - pg.261 Solving Two-Step Equations
AF 4.1: Solve two-step equations
Warm-Up: CST released questions
Homework: #76:
1) Answer today's Essential Questions
2) Practice <6-1> p.295 on Solving Two-Step Equations (The work sheet is also on this website. Just scroll it down to download the assignment.)
You are required to show the work on separate sheets of paper. If there is no evidence of work done, it is considered that you did not do your homework.
12/11/12 (Tuesday):
E6.1: Solving Two-Step Equations (pg.261) Review and Practice
E6.2: Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
(AF 4.1) preparation for "Solve multi-step equations"
Warm-up: CST released questions.
Homework #77:
1) DLIQ (regular kind)
2) Practice Sheet <6-2> simplifying algebraic expressions p.297 (all)
You are required to show the work on separate sheets of paper. If there is no evidence of work done, it is considered that you did not do your homework.
12/12/12 (Wednesday):
E6.2: Simplifying Algebraic Expressions (Identifying and collection like-terms) Review and Practice
E6.3: pg.271 Solving multi-step equations
(AF 4.1): Solve Multi-Step Equations
Warm-Up: CST released questions
Homework #78:
1) Answer Today's Essential Questions
2) Practice Sheet <6-3> Solving Multi-Step Equations pg.299
You are required to show the work on separate sheets of paper. If there is no evidence of work done, it is considered that you did not do your homework.
12/13/12 (Thursday):
E6-4: pg. 276 "solving Equations with variables on both sides
(AF4.1): Solve Equations with variables on both sides.
Warm-Up: CST released questions
Homework #79:
1) Answer Essential Questions
2) Practice Sheet <6-4> p. 301 Solving Equations with variables on both sides.
You are required to show the work on separate sheets of paper. If there is no evidence of work done, it is considered that you did not do your homework.
12/14/12 (Friday):
E6.5: pg. 282 "Solving Inequalities by Adding or Subtracting"
(AF4.1) Solve two-step inequalities
Warm-Up: CST released questions
Homework #80:
1) DLIQ (regular)
2) Practice Sheet <6-5> p.303 " Solving inequalities by adding and subtracting" p.303
12/17/12 (Monday):
Semester 1 Final Exam Preparation Study Guide No.1. - No. 57
Homework #81:
1) Practice all the problems covered in class today.
2) Do the rest of the problems from the Study Guide and mark the ones that need clarification tomorrow.
12/18/12 (Tuesday):
Semester 1 Final Exam Preparation Study Guide No.58 - No.95
Please prepare well for the final exam by practicing the study guide over and over!
12/19/12 (Wednesday) - 12/21/12(Friday)
Final Examination Good Luck!!!
Please bring a book to read!
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