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8th Grade Math

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Standard 1 – Mathematical Processes

 

Grade Level Expectations:

GLE 0806.1.1    Use mathematical language, symbols, and definitions while developing mathematical reasoning.

GLE 0806.1.2    Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to problem solving, including estimation, and reasonableness of the solution.

GLE 0806.1.3    Develop independent reasoning to communicate mathematical ideas and derive algorithms and/or formulas.

GLE 0806.1.4    Move flexibly between concrete and abstract representations of mathematical ideas in order to solve problems, model mathematical ideas, and communicate solution strategies.

GLE 0806.1.5    Use mathematical ideas and processes in different settings to formulate patterns, analyze graphs, set up and solve problems and interpret solutions.

GLE 0806.1.6    Read and interpret the language of mathematics and use written/oral communication to express mathematical ideas precisely.

GLE 0806.1.7    Recognize the historical development of mathematics, mathematics in context, and the connections between mathematics and the real world.

GLE 0806.1.8    Use technologies/manipulatives appropriately to develop understanding of mathematical algorithms, to facilitate problem solving, and to create accurate and reliable models of mathematical concepts.

 

Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment):

ü         0806.1.1    Relate nonlinear functions to geometric contexts of length, area, and volume.

                                   Self-Check Quizzes

                                   Self-Check quizzes 2

                                  Definition of  nonlinear function

                                  Area of  Circle

ü         0806.1.2    Draw qualitative graphs (trend graphs) of functions and describe their general shape/trend.

                         Graphing linear and nonlinear equations

ü         0806.1.3    Research the contributions of Pythagoras to mathematics.

                          Using the Pythagorean Theorm

                          Throw Out the First Ball

                                   Ladders

ü         0806.1.4    Relate data concepts to relevant concepts in the earth and space, life, and physical sciences.

                         Using Real World Proportions

                         Real-world Scientific Notation Activity

ü         0806.1.5    Use age-appropriate books, stories, and videos to convey ideas of mathematics.

ü         0806.1.6    Use models (such as dynamic geometry software, patty paper and geo boards) to explore relationships among angles (complementary, supplementary, interior, exterior, vertical, and corresponding).

                           Angles

                          Complementary Angles

                                    Supplementary Angles

ü         0806.1.7    Use a graphing calculator or spreadsheet to create scatterplots of data and approximate lines of best fit

                          Scatterplots

                                   Using Scatterplots

                                   Interactive Scatter plots

ü         0806.1.8    Use a variety of methods to solve real-world problems involving multi-step linear equations (e.g., manipulatives, technology, pencil and paper).

                           Hands-On Equations (flipchart from Promethean Planet)

                                    Using Two-Color Counters (interactive practice)

State Performance Indicators:

SPI 0806.1.1      Solve problems involving rate/time/distance (i.e., d = rt). 

                                   The Distance Formula

SPI 0806.1.2      Interpret a qualitative graph representing a contextual situation.

                           Graphing Lines

SPI 0806.1.3      Calculates rates involving cost per unit to determine the best buy.

                           Intro to Unit Rate

                           Unit Rate Practice Sheet

Standard 2 – Number & Operations

 

Grade Level Expectations:

GLE 0806.2.1    Extend understanding of the real number system to include irrational numbers.

GLE 0806.2.2    Solve problems involving exponents and scientific notation using technology appropriately.

GLE 0806.2.3    Solve real-world problems using rational and irrational numbers.

GLE 0806.2.4    Understand and use the laws of exponents.

 

Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment):

ü         0806.2.1    Recognize and use exponential, scientific, and calculator notation.

                          Intro to Scientific Notation

                          Practice Scientific Notation

                          Teaching Scientific Notation

                          Scientific Notation

                                   Using Scientific Notation

                                   Scientific Notation Powerpoint (grade 8)

ü         0806.2.2    Square numbers and simplify square roots.

                          Intro to Square Roots

ü         0806.2.3    Solve contextual problems involving powers and roots.

ü         0806.2.4    Use a Venn diagram to represent the subsets of the real number system.

                          Venn Diagram template

                          Venn Diagram definition and illustration

ü         0806.2.5    Identify the subset(s) of the real number system to which a number belongs.

                          Subsets

                          Hands-On Equations (flipchart from Promethean Planet)

                                   Using Two-Color Counters (interactive practice)

 

ü         0806.2.6    Simplify expressions using the laws of exponents.

                         Simplifying Exponents

                          Learn 360:  Rules of Exponents

ü         0806.2.7    Add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers expressed scientific notation.

                          Multiplying/Dividing Scientific Notation

                          Multiply and Divide Using Scientific Notation (interactive practice)

                                   Add, Subtract, Multiply, or Divide Using Scientific Notation (interactive practice)

                                   Adding and Subtracting Numbers with Scientific Notation   

State Performance Indicators:

SPI 0806.2.1      Order and compare rational and irrational numbers and locate on the number line.

                           Rational Numbers

                           Compare and Order Numbers

                                    Compare and Order Rational and Irrational Numbers and Location on Number Line

SPI 0806.2.2      Identify numbers and square roots as rational or irrational.

                           Intro to Square Roots

                           Identify rational and irrational numbers

                                    Rational and Irrational numbers

 

SPI 0806.2.3      Use scientific notation to compute products and quotients.

                                    Intro to Scientific Notation

                          Practice Scientific Notation

                          Teaching Scientific Notation

                          Scientific Notation

                                   Using Scientific Notation

                                   Scientific Notation PowerPoint

                                   Real-world Scientific Notation Activity

SPI 0806.2.4      Solve real-world problems requiring scientific notation.

Standard 3 – Algebra

 

Grade Level Expectations:

GLE 0806.3.1    Recognize and generate equivalent forms for algebraic expressions.

GLE 0806.3.2    Represent, analyze, and solve problems involving linear equations and inequalities in one and two variables.

GLE 0806.3.3    Solve systems of linear equations in two variables.

GLE 0806.3.4    Translate among verbal, tabular, graphical and algebraic representations of linear functions.

GLE 0806.3.5    Use slope to analyze situations and solve problems.

GLE 0806.3.6    Compare and contrast linear and nonlinear functions.

 

Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment):

ü         0806.3.1    Perform basic operations on algebraic expressions (including grouping, order of operations, exponents, square/cube roots, simplifying and expanding).

                          Order of Operations

                          Adding Polynomials (with algebra tiles)  

                                   Subtracting Polynomials (with algebra tiles)   

                                                             

ü         0806.3.2    Represent algebraic relationships with equations and inequalities.

                          Real-world Scientific Notation Activity

ü         0806.3.3    Solve systems of linear equations in two variables and relate the systems to pairs of lines that intersect, are parallel, or are the same line.

                         

ü         0806.3.4    Understand the relationship between the graph of a linear inequality and its solutions.

                          Solving Inequalities

ü         0806.3.5    Solve linear inequalities in two variables (including those whose solutions require multiplication or division by a negative number).

ü         0806.3.6    Identify x- and y-intercepts and slope of linear equations from an equation, graph or table.

                         PowerPoint on Slope

                         Dingo PowerPoint Game on Slope

                         Pierre the  Climbing Ant, Slope of a Line from A Graph, Slope of a Line Between Two Points,

                         Equations of Graphing Lines Method 2, Special Lines, Intro to Slope, Slope of a Straight Line,

                         Tutorial on Slope, How to Find Slope, Slope-Wikipedia, Slope-Intercept Form, Slope (m) of a Line,

                         Testing Slope Formula, Bottomless Worksheets, Interactive Slope of a Line,

                         Matching Lines and Equations, Practice matching lines and equations, Slope and  Y-Intercept,

                         Basic Slope Formula, x- and y intercepts, Catch the Fly, Using Slope and y-Intercept,

                         Extra Practice, Slope Calculator, Graphing using Slope, Lines with Two Points Tools, Graphing Calculator

ü         0806.3.7    Analyze situations and solve problems involving constant rate of change.

ü         0806.3.8    Recognize a proportion as a special case of a linear equation and understand that the constant of proportionality is the slope, and the resulting graph is a line through the origin.

                           Proportions

                           Algebra Help with Proportions

                           Proportion Calculator

                           Ratio and Proportion Examples

                           Solving Proportions Game

                           Worksheet Word Problems Proportions

                           Proportion Word Problems Worksheets (2)

                           Scale Factor

                           Unit Rate Worksheets

                           Proportions

                           Proportion Practice

                           Solving Proportion Equations

                           Creating Proportions from a Group Of  Numbers

                           Similar Figures

                                    Solving Proportions

ü         0806.3.9    Given a function rule, create tables of values for x and y, and plot graphs of nonlinear functions.

                          Guess the Function Rule

ü         0806.3.10  Distinguish quadratic and exponential functions as nonlinear using a graph and/or a table of values.

ü         0806.3.11  Distinguish between the equations of linear, quadratic, and exponential functions (e.g. function families such as y=x2, y=2x, and y=2x).

        Quadratic Equation Solver

                                    Quadratic Equations

                          Solving the Quadratic Equation Interactive Tutorial

ü         0806.3.12  Understand how rates of change of nonlinear functions contrast with constant rates of change of linear functions.

                          Glencoe Rates of Change Quiz

ü         0806.3.13  Represent situations and solve real-world problems using symbolic algebra.

State Performance Indicators:

SPI 0806.3.1      Find solutions to systems of two linear equations in two variables.

                           Systems of Equations

                                    Solving Inequalities

SPI 0806.3.2      Solve the linear equation f(x) = g(x).

                           Worksheet for f(x)=g(x)

SPI 0806.3.3      Solve and graph linear inequalities in two variables.

SPI 0806.3.4      Translate between various representations of a linear function.

                           Real-world Scientific Notation Activity

SPI 0806.3.5      Determine the slope of a line from an equation, two given points, a table or a graph.

                           A lesson on Slope   

SPI 0806.3.6      Analyze the graph of a linear function to find solutions and intercepts.

                           Solutions and Intercepts  

SPI 0806.3.7      Identify, compare and contrast functions as linear or nonlinear.

                           Worksheet

                                    Interactive

Standard 4 – Geometry & Measurement

 

Grade Level Expectations:

GLE 0806.4.1    Derive the Pythagorean theorem and understand its applications.

GLE 0806.4.2    Understand the relationships among the angles formed by parallel lines cut by transversals.

GLE 0806.4.3    Understand the necessary levels of accuracy and precision in measurement.

GLE 0806.4.4    Understand both metric and customary units of measurement.

GLE 0806.4.5    Use visualization to describe or identify intersections, cross-sections, and various views of geometric figures.

 

Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment):

ü         0806.4.1    Model the Pythagorean Theorem.

                          Hotmath Pythagorean Theorem Quiz

                          Pythagorean Theorem Virtual Practice

                          Pythagorean Theorem Lesson Tutorial with Video Explanations

                          Fun Trivia Pythagorean Theorem Quiz

                                   The Geometry of Triangles Reference Guide

ü         0806.4.2    Use the converse of the Pythagorean Theorem to determine if a triangle is a right triangle.

                          Math to Build On

                                   Understanding Pythagorean Theorem

                                   Converse of the Pythagorean Theorem Video

ü         0806.4.3    Select or use the appropriate measurement instrument to determine or create a given length, area, volume, angle, weight, or mass.

ü         0806.4.4    Understand how the precision of measurement influences accuracy of quantities derived from these measurements.

                         Glencoe Measurement Precision Quiz

ü         0806.4.5    Analyze the congruent and supplementary relationships of angles formed by parallel lines and transversals (such as alternate interior, alternate exterior, corresponding, and adjacent).

                           Congruent Angles Tutorial

                           Complementary Angles Puzzle

                           Explaining Angles

                                    Geometric Terms

                           Complementary and Supplementary Angles Matching Game

                          Parallel Lines Tutorial

                          Parallel Lines with Transversal Partner Lab

                          Sail Making – a Texas Instruments Graphing Calculator Lab

                                   Investigating Angles formed by Parallel Lines Lab

 

ü         0806.4.6    Make within-system and between-system conversions of derived quantities including distance, temperature, and money.

                          Metric Converter

                          Unit Conversion Dartboard

                          Glencoe Unit Conversions Quiz

                          Mass and Capacity Conversions Quiz

                          Units Conversions Matching Game

                          Finding Fractions of Unit Conversions Interactive Site

                          Temperature Quiz

                                   Celsius and Fahrenheit Quiz

ü         0806.4.7    Visualize or describe the cross-section resulting from the intersection of a plane with a 3-dimensional figure.

                           Cross-Sections Exploration

ü         0806.4.8    Build, draw, and work with 2- and 3-dimensional figures by means of orthogonal views, projective views, and/or nets.

                          Interactive Cube Nets

                          Paper Folding – Models of the Platonic Solids

                          Virtual Rubix Cube Net

                          Triangle Nets Lab

                          Cuboid Wrapping Lab

                          Matching Nets Activity

                                   Exploring Cubes Activity

                                   3-D Visualization

                                   Interactive 3-D

 

State Performance Indicators:

SPI 0806.4.1      Use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve contextual problems.

                           Distance between two points on a coordinate plane

                                    PowerPoint on a coordinate plane

SPI 0806.4.2      Apply the Pythagorean theorem to find distances between points in the coordinate plane to measure lengths and analyze polygons and polyhedra.

                           Measure distance between two points

                           Pythagorean Theorem Worksheets

SPI 0806.4.3      Find measures of the angles formed by parallel lines cut by a transversal.

                                    3-D Visualization

                                     Interactive 3-D

 

SPI 0806.4.4      Convert between and within the U.S. Customary System and the metric system.

                           Worksheet between metric and customary

                           Interactive site between metric and customary

                           Activity to convert between metric and customary

SPI 0806.4.5      Identify the intersection of two or more geometric figures in the plane.

                           Geometry  Terms

                           Intersecting Polygons Game  

Standard 5 – Data Analysis, Statistics, & Probability

 

Grade Level Expectations:

GLE 0806.5.1    Explore probabilities for compound, independent and/or dependent events.

GLE 0806.5.2    Select, create, and use appropriate graphical representations of data (including scatterplots with lines of best fit) to make and test conjectures.

GLE 0806.5.3    Evaluate the use of statistics in media reports.

 

Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment):

ü         0806.5.1    Solve simple problems involving probability and relative frequency.

                                    Probability Powerpoint and Quiz

                                    Probability Lesson with Spinner, Die, and Quiz

ü         0806.5.2    Compare probabilities of two or more events and recognize when certain events are equally likely.

                                   NUMB3RS: Blackjack Probability

                                   Compound Probability Quiz

                                    Dice Probability

ü         0806.5.3    Recognize common misconceptions associated with dependent and independent events.

ü         0806.5.4    Explain the benefits and the limitations of various representations (i.e., bar graphs, line graphs, circle graphs, histograms, stem-and-leaf plots, box plots, scatterplots) of data.

                           Interactive Graph Creator

ü         0806.5.5    Create and interpret box-and-whisker plots and scatterplots.

                                    Box and Whisker/Scatter Plot Interactive Quiz

                                    Distance to School Scatter Plot Activity

                                    Body Measurement Scatter Plot Activity

                                    Celebrity Age Scatter Plot Activity

ü         0806.5.6    Use observations about differences between two or more samples to make conjectures about the populations from which the samples were taken.

                                    Biased Information Quiz

                                    Biased Information Video Lesson and Interactive Quiz

                                    Biased Information Lesson Plan

ü         0806.5.7    Estimate lines of best fit to make and test conjectures.

                           How to Construct Lines of Best Fit

                            

ü         0806.5.8    Consider the source, design, analysis, and display of data to evaluate statistics reported in the media.

                                   Going, Going, Gone from Texas Instruments

                                   Promethean Graphs Flipchart

                                   Skillswise Graphs and Charts

 

State Performance Indicators:

SPI 0806.5.1      Calculate probabilities of events for simple experiments with equally probable outcomes.

SPI 0806.5.2      Use a variety of methods to compute probabilities for compound events (e.g., multiplication, organized lists, tree diagrams, area models).

                           Compound Events

                           Compound Probability

                           Power point for compound probability

                                    Compound events

SPI 0806.5.3      Generalize the relationship between two sets of data using scatterplots and lines of best fit.

                                    Box and Whisker/Scatter Plot Interactive Quiz

                                    Distance to School Scatter Plot Activity

                                    Body Measurement Scatter Plot Activity

                                    Celebrity Age Scatter Plot Activity

                                    Lines of Best Fit

                                    Scatter Plot  

 

SPI 0806.5.4      Recognize misrepresentations of published data in the media.

                           Misleading data

                                    Misrepresentations of data

 

 

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