Algebra II PSP

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Head down to the "What's Been Happening" section on this page to see (often with links) what is going on each day or the "Announcements & Resources" section to find links to helpful websites/documents/videos.

Email me (sarsfields@sau25.net) with any questions at any time!

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Algebra II PSP

Announcements & Resources

What's Been Happening

Announcements & Resources

8/25/23 - Here is a link to a website that discusses SIMPLIFYING with NEGATIVE EXPONENTS.

8/25/23 - Here is a link to a website that discusses SIMPLIFYING with RATIONAL (think "fractions") EXPONENTS.

8/25/23 - Here is the Algebra II PSP Syllabus

What's Been Happening

5/29/24 - (1) We'll

5/28/24 - (0) We'll begin with one composition of functions problem. (1) We'll discuss problems like this task on solving equations with logarithms (for 10 min). (2) We'll work on this Pair assessment (3) We'll start work on this review packet. Eventually, this will be collected and graded. (4) Here are some review materials for the final exam (solutions). (5) HW:

5/24/24 - (1) We'll tackle a log evaluation task. (2) We'll work on these starter problems in random pairs. (3) We'll group up to look at the HW ("Second" Practice Set with Logs"). (4) We'll tackle a short assessment on logs. (5) We'll discuss problems like this task on solving equations with logarithms (6) HW:

5/23/24 - (1) We'll tackle a log evaluation task. (2) We'll work on these starter problems in random pairs. (3) We'll begin by grouping folks up to look at the HW ("Second" Practice Set with Logs"). (4) We'll tackle a short assessment on logs. (5) We'll work on this this task on solving equations with logarithms (6) HW: None

5/22/24 - (1) We'll begin with a few review problems. (2) We'll solidify the “Laws of logarithms” (with examples of using those laws of logarithms). (3) We will look at How to Find Log Values with a Calculator (Changing Bases) (and solving). (4) We'll tackle a log evaluation task. (5) HW: "Second" Practice Set with Logs

5/21/24 - (1) We'll begin with a few review problems. (2) We'll solidify the “Laws of logarithms” (with examples of using those laws of logarithms). (3) We will look at How to Find Log Values with a Calculator (Changing Bases) (and solving). (4) We'll tackle a short assessment on logs. (5) HW: "Second" Practice Set with Logs"

5/20/24 - (1) We'll begin with some starter problems on solving equations with logarithms/exponentials. (2) We'll run through solutions to a previous HW assignment.... Practice with inverses and function notation (solutions). (3) We'll introduce the “Laws of logarithms” (with examples of using those laws of logarithms). (4) We will look at How to Find Log Values with a Calculator (Changing Bases) (and solving). . (5) We'll tackle a short assessment on logs. (6) HW: this exploration

5/17/24 - (1) We'll begin by graphing a log function in pairs. (2) We'll discuss Practice with inverses and function notation (solutions)...which was our HW due today. (3) We'll introduce the “Laws of logarithms” (with examples of using those laws of logarithms). (4) We will look at How to Find Log Values with a Calculator (Changing Bases) (and solving). We may work on this exploration. (5) Here is a document summing up some key ideas/rules. (6) We'll tackle a short assessment on logs. (7) We'll start work on this task on solving equations with logarithms and will finish it for HW.

5/16/24 - (1) We'll start by graphing a log function on whiteboards. (2) We'll pair up for some log/inverse problems. (3) We'll check on solutions to the HW [Practice with inverses and function notation (solutions)]. Some of this still needs to be discussed next class! (4) We'll start work on this task on solving equations with logarithms and will finish it for HW.

5/15/24 - (1) We'll begin with some board problems in random pairs on simplifying expressions involving exponentials/logs and will also graph a log function. Here is a video on Graphing a Log Function by Hand. (2) We will all share solutions to this practice with logarithms. Here are the solutions. (3) HW: Practice with inverses and function notation (solutions).

5/14/24 - (1) We'll work on a Kahoot reviewing some exponential ideas. (2) We'll work with some problems summing up what we should know about inverses, composition, and logarithms at this point(including graphing a log). Here is a video on Graphing a Log Function by Hand. (3) We'll check on this practice with logarithms (our HW). Here are the solutions. We still need to discuss some of these. (4) We'll work on this task on solving equations with logarithms. (5) HW: Practice with inverses and function notation (solutions).

Practice with Inverses and Function Notation #2

5/13/24 - (1) We'll work on a Kahoot reviewing some exponential ideas. (2) We'll work on a graded task on a graded task on exponential growth/decay. (3) We'll discuss inverses, composition, and logs a bit further through some whiteboard problems. (4) HW is to complete this practice with logarithms.

5/10/24 - (1) We'll start by collecting HW and discussing problem areas. We'll also sum up our newest material thus far. (2) We'll work in groups on Now Onto Logs 4”. (3) We'll sum what logs are all about. These videos may help: [Introduction to Logarithms, Some Key Facts About Log Expressions, Converting exponential to logarithmic form]. (4) We'll graph a log function. Here is a video on Graphing a Log Function by Hand. (5) We'll work on a graded task on exponential growth/decay. (6) HW: work on some practice with logarithms.

5/9/24 - (1) We'll start by collecting HW (including one from two classes ago) and discussing problem areas. (2) We'll work in groups on Now Onto Logs 4”. (3) We'll sum what logs are all about. These videos may help: [Introduction to Logarithms, Some Key Facts About Log Expressions, Converting exponential to logarithmic form]. (4) We'll graph a log function. Here is a video on Graphing a Log Function by Hand. (6) HW: finish Now Onto Logs 4”. Also, expect a quiz on exponential growth/decay next class.

5/8/24 - (1) We'll check in on the HW. We'll have a graded task on these types of problems next class. (2) We'll work on "Inverses 1" and will discuss. (3) We'll discuss Inverses and inverse functions, “function notation”, and operations with function notation, and “composition of functions”. (4) We'll work on “Inverses 2”. (5) HW: Finish “Inverses 2” from class and also complete “Inverses 3”. Read things!

5/7/24 - (1) We'll discuss Inverses and inverse functions, “function notation”, and operations with function notation, and “composition of functions”. (2) We'll work on "Inverses 1" and will discuss. (3) We'll work on “Inverses 2” and will discuss. (4) We'll work on “Inverses 3” (5) HW: Complete any unfinished classwork!

Starter problems on inverses and composition of functions.

5/6/24 - (1) We'll begin by checking on HW and working on a set of problems that involve compound interest. (2) Next, we'll work in trios on this task on a new look at compounding growth. (3) We'll sum up our two new formulas for compound interest situations and ones with "continuous growth". (video example for compounding a finite number of times/year / video discussion of continuous growth) . (4) We'll work on a college loan project next. (5) HW: Finish these compound interest problems.

5/3/24 - (1) We'll begin by checking on HW and working on a set of problems that involve compound interest. (2) Next, we'll work in trios on this task on a new look at compounding growth. (3) We'll sum up our two new formulas for compound interest situations and ones with "continuous growth". (video example for compounding a finite number of times/year / video discussion of continuous growth) . (4) We'll work on a college loan project next. (5) HW: Finish these compound interest problems.

5/2/24 - (1) We'll begin with one "same base" solving problem. (2) Groups will share HW solutions. (3) We'll complete a quick "same base solving" check-in quiz, (4) We'll work on a couple of exponential growth/decay problems. (5) We'll discuss onetwo new formulas for compound interest situations and ones with "continuous growth". (video example for compounding a finite number of times/year / video discussion of continuous growth) . (6) HW: Complete this compound interest practice. You'll notice that the solutions and a video explanation for each problem exist on the digital version. Check them out.

5/1/24 - (1) We'll begin with one "same base" solving problem. (2) Groups will share HW solutions. (3) We'll complete a quick "same base solving" check-in quiz, (4) We'll work on a couple of exponential growth/decay problems. (5) We'll discuss onetwo new formulas for compound interest situations and ones with "continuous growth". (video example for compounding a finite number of times/year / video discussion of continuous growth) . (6) HW: Complete this compound interest practice. You'll notice that the solutions and a video explanation for each problem exist on the digital version. Check them out.

4/30/24 - (1) We'll begin with a few review problems on whiteboards (solving using the same base technique, graphs of exponentials with transformations, exponential growth/decay problems). We'll also review how to solve an equation by graphing. (2) We'll be having a graded task on solving using the same base technique next class. Here is some practice we'll start on today. Here is an even more challenging set on those skills, if interested. (solutions here) (3) This website walks through some examples of “same base” solving and does a pretty good job leading you through it. (4) HW: Finish the classwork.

4/29/24 - (1) We'll begin with a few review problems on whiteboards (solving using the same base technique, graphs of exponentials with transformations, exponential growth/decay problems). We'll also review how to solve an equation by graphing. (2) We'll be having a graded task on solving using the same base technique next class. Here is some practice we'll start on today. Here is an even more challenging set on those skills, if interested. (solutions here) (3) This website walks through some examples of “same base” solving and does a pretty good job leading you through it. (4) Next, we'll work in the same trios on this task on a new look at compounding growth. (4) Finally, complete this compound interest practice. You'll notice that the solutions and a video explanation for each problem exist on the digital version. Check them out. (4) HW: Finish the classwork.

**April Break**

4/17/24 - (1) We'll take some questions from any recent HW or CW. (2) We'll complete an individual graded task. (3) We'll work on some same base solving practice.(solutions) .

4/16/24 - (1) We'll take some questions from any recent HW or CW. (2) We'll complete an individual graded task. (3) We'll work on some same base solving practice.(solutions) .

4/15/24 - (1) Starter problem on finding an exponential equation from two points. (2) Trios will work on this direct practice of exponential ideas to prepare for a graded task next class. (3) HW (solving exponential equations with "same bases") will be collected. Here are the solutions. (4) We'll work in pairs on finding equations of exponentials through this task (solutions). Here is a video on finding equations of exponentials. (5) HW: "A Mix of Exponential Questions"

4/12/24 - (0) Starter problem on finding an exponential equation from two points. (1) We'll discuss solutions to Exponential Task 4. (2) We will tackle a brief check-in on transformations of exponentials. (3) We'll walk through a few examples of solving exponential equations by getting the bases to be the same. (4) HW: This direct practice of exponential ideas to prepare for a graded task next class. Here are the solutions.

4/11/24 - (1) We'll begin with three same-base solving problems....and two review problems (one exponential growth and another transformations problem). (2) We will tackle a brief check-in on transformations of exponentials. (3) We'll discuss solutions to Exponential Task 4 (the HW due last class that was never checked). (4) We will begin work on solving exponential equations with "same bases" (solutions) and should finish this packet for HW.

4/10/24 - (1) We'll review finding equations from points/tables for exponentials, graphing, and solving exponential growth problems. (2) We'll work on a solo graded task ("Some Details About Exponentials..." (solutions)) . (3) Pairs will work on Exponential Task 4. (4) We’ll sum up how to tackle some exponential growth and decay problems. Here is a sheet with the needed formulas. (5) We'll discuss one example of the "same base" solving technique . (5) We will begin work on solving exponential equations with "same bases" (solutions) (finish this for HW). (6) Complete the work from Exponential Task 4.

4/9/24 - (1) We'l work on "same base solving" with exponentials today. (2) Our starter problems.. (3) Our classwork.... (4) Our HW....

4/8/24 - (1) We'll work on this exponential problem on folding things. (2) We'll collect "Exponential Problem Set 2" from folks who hadn't finished last class. (3) No HW officially assigned "eclipsers"...

4/5/24 - (1) We'll begin with some starter problems similar to work from "Exponential Problem Set 2". (2) We'll individually complete a brief graded task on finding equations of exponentials from points/tables. (3) We'll work on a solo graded task ("Some Details About Exponentials..." (solutions)) . (4) We may tackle a brief check-in on transformations of exponentials. (5) We’ll sum up how to tackle some exponential growth and decay problems. Here is a sheet with the needed formulas. (6) HW: Exponential Task 4

4/4/24 - Snow day

4/3/24 - (0) We'll discuss finding an equation of an exponential function from a given table in two different ways. (1) We'll begin these starter problems in pairs. (2) Trios will work on "Exponential Problem Set 2". Some need to finish this for HW. (3) We'll collect HW (3 Exponential graphs).

4/2/24 - (0) We'll discuss finding an equation of an exponential function from a given table in two different ways. (1) We'll begin these starter problems in pairs. (2) Trios will work on "Exponential Problem Set 2". Some need to finish this for HW. (3) We'll individually complete a brief graded task on finding equations of exponentials from points/tables. (4) We'll work on a solo graded task ("Some Details About Exponentials..." (solutions)) . (5) We'll collect HW (3 Exponential graphs). (6) We may tackle a brief check-in on transformations of exponentials. (7) We’ll sum up how to tackle some exponential growth and decay problems. Here is a sheet with the needed formulas. (8) HW: Exponential Task 4

4/1/24 - (0) We'll review transformations of functions, but with exponentials....and we'll even list properties for one. (1) Exponential Function HW #3 will be collected. (2) Groups will work on "Exponential Problem Set 2". (3) We'll complete a brief graded task on finding equations of exponentials from points/tables. (4) Pairs will work on this exponential assessment. (5) HW: 3 Exponential graphs (there are video solutions within the doc.)

3/29/24 - (0) We'll review transformations of functions, but with exponentials....and we'll even list properties for one. (1) Exponential Function HW #3 will be collected. (2) Groups will work on "Exponential Problem Set 2". (3) We'll complete a brief graded task on finding equations of exponentials from points/tables. (4) Pairs will work on this exponential assessment. (5) We'll work on a solo graded task ("Some Details About Exponentials..." (solutions)) . (6) HW: 3 Exponential graphs (there are video solutions within the doc.)

3/28/24 - (1) We'll start with one problem on finding the equation of an exponential function given two random points. Here is a video on finding equations of exponentials when the y-intercept is known. (2) Practice with Graphs/Tables/Equations of Exponentials will be collected (Classroom)...and we'll take questions on this. (3) We'll complete "Exponential Graphing Task 57" (solutions) (4) We'll review transformations of functions, but with exponentials....and we'll even list properiies for one. (5) Groups will work on "Exponential Problem Set 2". (6) HW: Exponential Function HW #3

3/27/24 - (1) We'll start with one problem on finding the equation of an exponential function given two random points. (2) Practice with Graphs/Tables/Equations of Exponentials will be collected (Classroom)...and we'll take questions on this. (3) We'll complete "Exponential Graphing Task 57" (solutions) (4) We'll review transformations of functions, but with exponentials....and we'll even list properiies for one. (5) HW: Exponential Function HW #3

3/26/24 - Given that juniors will be out taking the SAT, all non-juniors should head to the library (or someplace similar) during S2 today. We'll see everyone on Thursday!

3/25/24 - (1) We'll tackle a graded task on multiple topics. (2) We'll work on some problems on graphs of exponentials(including transformations). (3) We'll discuss HW in groups and chat about any questions folks have. (4) We'll complete a brief exponential graph check-in. (5) We will work on a problem or two where we find equations of exponentials given just two points. (6) Check out this video on how to find equations from graphs of exponentials when given specific points. (7) HW: Practice with Graphs/Tables/Equations of Exponentials

3/22/24 - (1) We'll tackle a graded task on multiple topics. (2) We'll work on some problems on graphs of exponentials(including transformations). (3) We'll discuss HW in groups and chat about any questions folks have. (4) We'll complete a brief exponential graph check-in. (5) We will work on a problem or two where we find equations of exponentials given just two points. (6) Check out this video on how to find equations from graphs of exponentials when given specific points. (7) HW: Practice with Graphs/Tables/Equations of Exponentials

3/21/24 - (1) We'll begin by creating two exponential graphs (and will sum up graphs of exponentials)....and might problem-solve to find the equation of an exponential from a table. (2) Pairs will complete "Exponential Properties Task G". (3) Pairs will work on an Exponential Transformation Graphing Exploration(solutions). (4) We'll tackle a graded task on multiple topics. (5) HW: Exponential HW 19

3/20/24 - (1) We'll begin by creating two exponential graphs (and will sum up graphs of exponentials)....and might problem-solve to find the equation of an exponential from a table. (2) Pairs will complete "Exponential Properties Task G". (3) Pairs will work on an Exponential Transformation Graphing Exploration(solutions). (4) We'll tackle a graded task on multiple topics. (5) HW: Exponential HW 19

3/19/24 - (1) Did you complete the Desmos activity due today? If that's not done, it'll have to be completed first today. (2) Here is a video that discusses what exponential functions are. Here's a video on graphing exponential functions. (3) We'll work on "Graphing Exponentials for the First Time". This is due in class today. (4) Next, we should work on "Exponential Problem Set 1". (5) Anything listed above that hasn't been completed should be finished for HW. (6) We'll probably be assessed on a few old topics next class.

3/18/24 - (1) Did you complete the Desmos activity due today? If that's not done, it'll have to be completed first today. (2) Here is a video that discusses what exponential functions are. Here's a video on graphing exponential functions. (3) We'll work on "Graphing Exponentials for the First Time". This is due in class today. (4) Next, we should work on "Exponential Problem Set 1". (5) Anything listed above that hasn't been completed should be finished for HW. (6) We'll probably be assessed on a few old topics next class.

3/15/24 - (0) Function Notation Google Form (1) We will collect HW ("I Need to Press Buttons") and will run through the differences between this problem and the Rumor problem from earlier. (2) We'll tackle a graded task on multiple topics (be sure you know how to solve a quadratic).. (3). Groups will be given an exponential problem and will present their findings. (4) We'll review how to find percentages of a number. (5) HW: Desmos activity

3/14/24 - (0) Function Notation Google Form (1) We will collect HW ("I Need to Press Buttons") and will run through the differences between this problem and the Rumor problem from earlier. (2) We'll tackle a graded task on multiple topics (be sure you know how to solve a quadratic).. (3). Groups will be given an exponential problem and will present their findings. (4) We'll review how to find percentages of a number. (5) HW: Desmos activity

**Note: Anyone looking for any redemption related to any recent graded tasks should meet with me this week to come up with a plan. Next week will be too late!**

3/13/24 - (0) We started with one division problem at the board. (1) We'll be assessed on operations with polynomials. (2) We worked on one problem involving function notation. We'll graph a 'rational' function. (3) We'll run through results of the "rumor problem". (4) We'll start work on the "I Need to Press Buttons" and should finish it for HW (maybe graded!). (5) We'll take home a Desmos activity for HW.

3/11/24 - (0) We'll begin by running to a board and dividing a couple of polynomials. (1) We'll be assessed on operations with polynomials. (2) We worked on one problem involving function notation. We'll graph a 'rational' function. (3) We'll run through results of the "rumor problem". (4) We'll work on the "I Need to Press Buttons" and should finish this for HW (maybe graded?). (5) We'll take home a Desmos activity for HW.

3/8/24 - (1) We'll begin with a few problems on function notation and division of polynomials. (2) Pairs will share solutions to Some More Polynomial Operations. (3) We'll complete one more division of polynomials problem . (4) We'll graph a 'rational' function (started....held onto...not finished). (6) We'll take the "rumor problem" home for HW. (some other introductory exponential scenarios).

3/7/24 - (1) We'll begin with a few problems on function notation and division of polynomials. (2) Pairs will work on this Polynomial Multiple-Choice Task. (3) Trios will work on Some More Polynomial Operations. (4) HW will be collected (in Classroom) and questions will be taken. (5) We'll complete one more division of polynomials problem . (6) We'll graph a 'rational' function. (6) We'll begin work on the "rumor problem" (some other introductory exponential scenarios).

3/6/24 - (1) We'll work on this SAT starter problem and will discuss some function notation. (2) Pairs will work on this Polynomial Multiple-Choice Task. (3) Trios will work on Some More Polynomial Operations. This will be collected even after sharing some solutions. (4) We'll upload and check solutions to our HW ("Polynomials and Long Division"). (5) We'll work on a graded task (Poly Quiz B).

3/5/24 - (1) We'll work on this SAT starter problem and will discuss some function notation. (2) We'll discuss division of polynomials and work through a few whiteboard problems. (3) Trios will work on Some More Polynomial Operations. This will be collected even after sharing some solutions. (4) Expect to be graded on operations with polynomials soon......and also graphs of polynomials again! (5) Pairs will work on this Polynomial Multiple-Choice Task. (6) HW: "Polynomials and Long Division"

3/4/24 - (1) We'll compete with a Gimkit on polynomials. (2) We'll review division of polynomials and work through a few whiteboard problems. (3) Trios will work on Some More Polynomial Operations. This will be collected even after sharing some solutions. (4) We'll work on this SAT starter problem and will discuss some function notation. (5) Expect to be graded on operations with polynomials soon (and even graphing)! (6) Pairs will work on this Polynomial Multiple-Choice Task. (6) HW: "Polynomials and Long Division"

2/23/24 - (1) We'll chat about division of polynomials. (2) We'll work with a Gimkit. (3) We'll work on the Box Problem.

2/22/24 - (1) We'll chat about division of polynomials. (2) We'll complete an exit ticket. (3) HW: This practice on division of polynomials.

2/21/24 - (1) We'll complete a couple of review problems on graphs of polynomials...and operations with polynomials. (2) We'll start work on the Box Problem . (3) We'll work on a graded task (Poly Quiz B). (4) HW: None

Pairs will work on this Polynomial Multiple-Choice Task.

2/20/24 - (1) We'll start with a pre-assessment on division. (2) We'll complete a couple of review problems on graphs of polynomials...and operations with polynomials. (2) Pairs will work on this Polynomial Multiple-Choice Task. (3) We'll start work on the Box Problem in trios. (4) We'll work on a graded task (Poly Quiz B). (5) HW: Work further on the Box Problem (we talked about minimum standards).

2/19/24 - (1) We'll practice graphing and finding equations of polynomials in both factored and standard form. (2) We'll share and discuss solutions to Polynomial Graphs Y and Polynomial Graphs Z. (3) We'll work on a graded task (Poly Quiz A). (4) We'll be assessed on imaginary numbers. (5) HW: Google form on polynomial functions (in Google Classroom).

2/16/24 - (1) We'll be assessed on imaginary numbers. (2) We'll practice graphing and finding equations of polynomials in both factored and standard form. (3) We'll collect HW ("Operations with Polynomials"). (4) We'll complete a pre-assessment on division. (5) We'll start work on Polynomial Graphs Z. This should be finished for HW.

2/15/24 - (1) We'll start with a couple of questions related to standard forms of polynomials and graphing. (2) We'll chat about how to graph polynomials in factored form. (3) We'll check in on Polynomial Graphs Y and "Operations with Polynomials". (4) We'll work on Polynomial Graphs Z. (5) HW: Look over your work from (and finish, if needed) Polynomial Graphs Y and Polynomial Graphs Z. We might be graded on problems like these next time!

2/14/24 - (1) We'll begin by reviewing graphs of polynomials in standard form (and some of the terminology related to it). (2) We'll work on Polynomial Graphs Y. (3) We'll chat about graphs of polynomials when given factored form. (4) We'll be assessed on imaginary numbers. (5) HW: This "Operations with Polynomials" sheet

2/13/24 - (1) We'll start with a few problems related to polynomial graphs. (2) We'll chat about graphs of polynomials when given factored form. (3) We'll be assessed on imaginary numbers. (4) We'll work on Polynomial Graphs Y and Polynomial Graphs Z. (5) Next, we'll work on this "Operations with Polynomials" sheet . (6) HW Due Next Class: Watch these videos: VIDEO 1 / VIDEO 2. (I'll start next class checking on what you watched!)

2/12/24 - (1) We'll check "Problem Solving With Quadratic Equations". (2) We'll complete one problem where we must write the equation of a quadratic in standard form given two non-real roots. (3) We'll chat about polynomials and what their graphs can look like (specifically when given standard form)...using Desmos to help...and with this sheet to organize things. Here are some notes on polynomials. Here are some other notes on polynomials. Here is a shorter video intro. Here is a longer video. (4) HW is to finish this imaginary number practice.

2/9/24 - (1) We'll check "Problem Solving With Quadratic Equations". (2) We'll complete one problem where we must write the equation of a quadratic in standard form given two non-real roots (can you find the equation of a quadratic in standard form that has roots of x = 1+i and x = 1-i ?). (3) We'll chat about polynomials and what their graphs can look like (specifically when given standard form)...using Desmos to help...and with this sheet to organize things. Here are some notes on polynomials. Here is a shorter video intro. Here is a longer video. (4) HW is to finish this imaginary number practice. this imaginary number practice.

2/8/24 - (1) We'll upload our HW and then share answers to "Imaginary Practice Set H". (2) We'll complete a brief task to check in on working with imaginary numbers. (3) Task on what real roots mean graphically (4) Pairs wll finish "A Few More Quadratic Word Problems" . (5) HW: "Problem Solving With Quadratic Equations". (6) We completed a Google form on imaginary numbers.

2/7/24 - (1) We'll upload our HW and then share answers to "Imaginary Practice Set H". (2) We'll complete a brief task to check in on working with imaginary numbers. (3) Task on what real roots mean graphically (4) Pairs wll finish "A Few More Quadratic Word Problems" . (5) HW: "Problem Solving With Quadratic Equations". (6) We completed a Google form on imaginary numbers. (7) imaginary number practice (8) We may play with Desmos and talk about "polynomials".

We'll chat about polynomials and what their graphs can look like (specifically when given standard form). Here are some notes on polynomials. Here is a shorter video intro. Here is a longer video.

2/6/24 - (1) Pairs will battle through two quadratic word problems. (2) We'll work on some whiteboard problems on imaginary numbers. (3) We'll will share solutions to the HW (solutions...note that #3 should be "i", not "1"). (4) New pairs will work on "A Few More Quadratic Word Problems" (collected...but not finished). (5) HW due next time: "Imaginary Practice Set H".

2/5/24 - (1) Pairs will battle through two quadratic word problems. (2) We'll work on some whiteboard problems on imaginary numbers. (3) We'll will share solutions to the HW (solutions...note that #3 should be "i", not "1"). (4) New pairs will work on "A Few More Quadratic Word Problems" (collected...but not finished). (5) HW due next time: "Imaginary Practice Set H".

2/2/24 - (0) The HW on raising "i" to powers will be collected. (1) We'll begin with two simplifying problems involving imaginary numbers. (2) We'll continue our chat about imaginary numbers to include how to add, subtract, and multiply imaginary numbers....and will review raising "i" to powers. (3) We'll also solve a couple of quadratics where the solutions are "not real". (4) We will walk through these examples of simplifying radicals with imaginary numbers/raising i to powers/operations on complex numbers. (5) (7) HW: these two practice assignments on imaginary numbers

2/1/24 - (0) HW on imaginary numbers will be collected. (1) We'll begin with two simplifying problems involving imaginary numbers. (2) We'll continue our chat about imaginary numbers to include how to add, subtract, and multiply imaginary numbers....and will review raising "i" to powers. (3) We'll also solve a couple of quadratics where the solutions are "not real". (4) We will walk through these examples of simplifying radicals with imaginary numbers/raising i to powers/operations on complex numbers. (5) We will start work on these two practice assignments on imaginary numbers. (6) HW: these two practice assignments on imaginary numbers

1/31/24 - (1) We'll chat about the NRT from last class. (2) We'll discuss problem B from the HW [these word problems (solutions)] (3) We'll work on another word problem or two related to "consecutive integers". (4) We'll begin a discussion of "number sets" and what imaginary numbers are. (5) HW: Complete problems A & C from these word problems if you haven't already AND work on “Raising Imaginary Numbers to Powers – A Guide”.

(these problems). "Some Quadratic Problems to Solve" (solutions)

1/30/24 - (1) We'll start with one word problem related to "consecutive" integers. (2) We'll go over a few problems from "Some Quadratic Problems to Solve" (solutions) . (3) We'll begin a discussion of "number sets" and what imaginary numbers are. (4) We will work on the "Walkway Problem". (5) We may also complete some problems from “Quadratic Word Problems A” . (6) HW: “Raising Imaginary Numbers to Powers – A Guide”

1/29/24 - **SNOW DAY** (1) We'll chat about the NRT from last class. (2) We'll discuss the HW [these word problems (solutions)] (3) We'll work on another word problem or two at boards (these problems). (4) We'll start on "Some Quadratic Problems to Solve" (solutions) in groups and will attempt any leftover problems for HW.

1/26/24 - (1) We'll chat about the NRT from last class. (2) We'll discuss the HW [these word problems (solutions)] (3) We'll work on another word problem or two at boards (these problems). (4) We'll start on "Some Quadratic Problems to Solve" (solutions) in groups and will attempt any leftover problems for HW.

two quadratic word problems "A Few More Quadratic Word Problems"

1/25/24 - (1) NRT on Quadratics today! (2) We'll take home these word problems to attempt for HW. (solutions)

1/24/24 - (1) NRT on Quadratics today! (2) We'll take home these word problems to attempt for HW. (solutions)

1/22/24 - (0) We'll begin by taking questions folks have in preparation for our NRT next class. (1) We'll work with a couple of quadratic word problems involving area. (2) We'll spend some time taking questions about the review questions. (3) "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet" will be collected. (4) Our Quadratics NRT will be on Thursday, 1/25/23. (5) We'll have some work time on the review set shared. (6) We may work on a Kahoot. (7) HW: Complete and check solutions to the review set to get ready for the NRT next class! (8) Some more last minute review questions

1/19/24 - (0) We'll begin by taking questions folks have in preparation for our NRT next class. (1) We'll work with a couple of quadratic word problems involving area. (2) We'll spend some time taking questions about the review questions. (3) "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet" will be collected. (4) Our Quadratics NRT will be on Thursday, 1/25/23. This is the only Red Day next week! (5) We'll have some work time on the review set shared. (6) We may work on a Kahoot (Kahoot link). (7) HW: Complete and check solutions to the review set to get ready for the NRT next class!

1/18/24 - (1) We'll start in groups of three working on a subset of review problems from "Things We Should Know About Quadratics" on whiteboards. (2) Pairs will be graded on some quadratic basics. (3) Our Quadratics NRT (Red) will be on Wednesday, 1/24/23. Here is a set of problems to help review for the QUADRATICS NRT. Solutions are just below. (4) We'll individually work on finishing the rest of "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet" (this will be collected next class and there will be some points assigned to this task!) (5) HW: Finish any problems you didn't already complete from class from the task "Things We Should Know About Quadratics" .

Here are solutions to the practice problems (A - P) for the NRT

Here are solutions to the practice problems (Q - V) for the NRT!

Here are solutions to the practice problems (W - FF) for the NRT!

Here are solutions to the practice problems (GG - II) for the NRT!

1/17/24 - (1) We'll start in groups of three working on a subset of review problems from "Things We Should Know About Quadratics" on whiteboards. (2) Pairs will be graded on some quadratic basics. (3) Our Quadratics NRT (Red) will be on Thursday, 1/25/23. Here is a set of problems to help review for the QUADRATICS NRT. Solutions are just below. (4) We'll individually work on finishing the rest of "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet" (this will be collected next class and there will be some points assigned to this task!) (5) HW: Finish any problems you didn't already complete from class from the task "Things We Should Know About Quadratics" .

Here are solutions to the practice problems (A - P) for the NRT

Here are solutions to the practice problems (Q - V) for the NRT!

Here are solutions to the practice problems (W - FF) for the NRT!

Here are solutions to the practice problems (GG - II) for the NRT!

1/16/24 - SNOW DAY! (silver)

1/11/24 - (1) We'll wrap up launching for the marble project. (2) Groups will continue their work on "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet" (the first problem was assigned earlier). (3) HW: Complete up to #5 from "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet"

1/10/24 - (1) We'll wrap up launching for the marble project. (2) Groups will continue their work on "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet" (the first problem was assigned earlier). (3) We completed a teacher survey. (4) HW: Complete up to #3 from "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet" .

1/9/24 - (1) We'll spend the first half of class finalizing our work for the marble project and will test out our equations.....then we'll start launching!

1/8/24 - (1) We'll spend the first half of class finalizing our work for the marble project and will test out our equations.....then we'll start launching! (2) Groups may continue their work on "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet". (3) HW: Start prepping for our future assessment on quadratics by completing "Things We Should Know About Quadratics". (4) HW: Nothing new assigned...but you could always add things to your marble project (since you'll be turning it in next class).

1/5/24 - (1) We'll check in on the HW (solutions) and take questions (collected). (2) We'll next group back up and complete our work with the marble launcher project. (3) We may be graded on solving quadratics or finding equations from graphs. (5) HW: Work on problem # 1 only (the first problem on the first page) from "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet".

1/4/24 - (1) We'll check in on the HW (solutions) and take questions (collected). (2) We'll next group back up and complete our work with the marble launcher project. (3) We may be graded on solving quadratics or finding equations from graphs. (5) HW: Work on problem # 1 only (the first problem on the first page) from "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet".

1/3/24 - (1) We'll recap what we are supposed to know to this point about quadratics. (2) We'll begin work on balance today working on "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet" and beginning the marble launcher project. (3) HW: "Now We Have To Find Equations" (solutions) (4) Note: Soon, you may have a graded task on either finding equations of quadratics, graphing quadratics, or solving quadratic equations!

Old Rescources Re-Shared:

Guide: Graphing Quadratics
Video: Graphing Quadratics (Video 1 - Factored Form) (Video 2 - Standard Form) (Video 3 - Vertex Form)
Guide: Solving Quadratics
Videos: Solving Quadratics (Video 1 - introductory). (Video 2 - Using Factoring) (Video 3 - Quadratic Formula)
Guide: Finding Equations of Quadratics
Video: Finding Equations of Quadratics. (Video 1 - only roots/vertices) (Video 2 - with an extra point)

1/2/24 - (1) We'll recap what we are supposed to know to this point about quadratics. (2) We'll begin work on balance today working on "Getting Back Into the Groove Packet" and beginning the marble launcher project. (3) HW: "Now We Have To Find Equations" (solutions) (4) Note: Soon, you may have a graded task on either finding equations of quadratics, graphing quadratics, or solving quadratic equations!

Old Rescources Re-Shared:

Guide: Graphing Quadratics
Video: Graphing Quadratics (Video 1 - Factored Form) (Video 2 - Standard Form) (Video 3 - Vertex Form)
Guide: Solving Quadratics
Videos: Solving Quadratics (Video 1 - introductory). (Video 2 - Using Factoring) (Video 3 - Quadratic Formula)
Guide: Finding Equations of Quadratics
Video: Finding Equations of Quadratics. (Video 1 - only roots/vertices) (Video 2 - with an extra point)

12/22/23 - (1) We'll start with some problems on finding equations and will turn in/check on HW. (2) Gimkit (3) We'll work on "Factoring & Expanding Task 11" individually.

12/21/23 - (1) We'll start with some problems on finding equations and will turn in/check on HW. (2) Gimkit (3) We'll work on "Factoring & Expanding Task 11" individually.

12/20/23 - (1) We'll work on "Factoring & Expanding Task 11" individually. (2) We will work on problems where we must find equations of quadratics from given information/points. Here is a video on finding equations when given roots or the vertex. Here is a video on finding equations when given roots or vertex along with an extra point. Here is a written set of notes on finding equations of quadratics. (3) Pairs will complete this brief practice set on finding equations. (collected) (4) Pairs will start work on this solving quadratics review set. (collected) (5) We will complete an individual graded task on solving quadratics. (5) HW: Finding Quadratic Equations WS

12/19/23 - (0) We'll graph a quadratic (graded). (1) We'll work on "Factoring & Expanding Task 11" individually. (2) We will work on problems where we must find equations of quadratics from given information/points. Here is a video on finding equations when given roots or the vertex. Here is a video on finding equations when given roots or vertex along with an extra point. Here is a written set of notes on finding equations of quadratics. (3) Pairs will complete this brief practice set on finding equations. (collected) (4) Pairs will start work on this solving quadratics review set. (collected) (5) We will complete an individual graded task on solving quadratics. (5) HW: Finding Quadratic Equations WS

12/18/23 - (1) We'll begin with three quadratic graphing problems (standard, factored, vertex forms). (2) We'll chat about the solving task from last time. (3) We'll try some of the problems from "Graphing Quadratics - Practice". (4) We'll complete two Google Forms on solving quadratics (Link to 1st Google Form --- Link to 2nd Google Form). (5) Gimkit (6) HW: Finish "Graphing Quadratics - Practice".

12/15/23 - (1) We'll begin with three quadratic graphing problems (standard, factored, vertex forms). (2) We'll chat about the solving task from last time. (3) We'll try some of the problems from "Graphing Quadratics - Practice". (4) We'll complete two Google Forms on solving quadratics (Link to 1st Google Form --- Link to 2nd Google Form). (5) We may complete an individual graded task on solving quadratics. (5) Gimkit (6) HW: Finish "Graphing Quadratics - Practice".

12/14/23 - (1) We'll begin a discussion of graphing quadratics quickly....and do some whiteboard/graph paper work on the same. (2) Here are some notes on graphing quadratics with some practice problems on the last page. Work on these problems, on that last page, for HW. (3) Pairs will work on this task that is on solving quadratics that also includes graphing (collected).

12/13/23 - (1) We'll begin a discussion of graphing quadratics quickly....and do some whiteboard/graph paper work on the same. (2) Here are some notes on graphing quadratics with some practice problems on the last page. Work on these problems, on that last page, for HW. (3) Pairs will work on this task that is on solving quadratics that also includes graphing (collected). (4) In class, we'll try some of the problems from "Graphing Quadratics - Practice". (5) We may, if time allows, complete a Google Form on solving quadratic equations.

12/12/23 - (1) We'll start by solving a couple of quadratics with some twists. (2). We'll share methods/solutions to HW. (3) We'll have a graded task that will include expanding and factoring...and one solving by factoring problem. (4) We'll talk about the power of the "discriminant". (5) HW: Graph these two functions "with care": y = (x-3)^2 + 5 AND y = -0.5(x+2)^2 -3

12/11/23 - (1) We'll start by solving a couple of quadratics with some twists. (2). We'll share methods/solutions to HW. (3) We'll have a graded task that will include expanding and factoring...and one solving by factoring problem. (4) We'll talk about the power of the "discriminant". (5) HW: Graph these two functions "with care": y = (x-3)^2 + 5 AND y = -0.5(x+2)^2 -3

(5) We'll begin a discussion of graphing quadratics quickly. (6) Here are some notes on graphing quadratics with some practice problems on the last page. Work on these problems, on that last page, for HW.

We'll work on an assessment on solving quadratics. . quadratic graphing practice, We'll start by finding some equations of quadratics (some where you're given a vertex and extra point and another where you're given roots and a given point). (2) Pairs will complete "Factoring & Expanding Task 11". (3) Individuals will complete this GOOGLE FORM. (4) Groups might complete "A Bunch of Quad Probs". . (5) We'll end with a Gimkit.

12/8/23 - (1) We'll upload HW. We'll also take a look at some solutions. (2) We'll solve two quadratics (each in two or three different ways) in pairs. We may look at one that has no solutions. (3) We'll take on a Kahoot on recent quadratic ideas. (4) We will complete these problems. (5) HW: Finish what we started in class (Solve -7=-3(x+2)^2 - 4 in three different ways ....and then solve 6x^2 +11x +3 = 0 using one method of your choice.

12/7/23 - (1) We'll upload HW. We'll also take a look at some solutions. (2) We'll solve two quadratics (each in two or three different ways) in pairs. We may look at one that has no solutions. (3) We'll take on a Kahoot on recent quadratic ideas. (4) We will complete these problems. (5) We'll have a graded task that will include expanding and factoring...and one solving by factoring problem. (6) HW: Finish what we started in class (Solve -7=-3(x+2)^2 - 4 in three different ways ....and then solve 6x^2 +11x +3 = 0 using one method of your choice.

12/6/23 - (1) We'll begin with a very brief graded check-in on some simplification and then one challenging factoring problem. (2) We'll head to boards to practice factoring individually. (3) We'll continue our discussion of solving quadratics. Here are some written notes on solving quadratics. Here is a video that talks about solving quadratics. This video is specifically on solving using the quadratic formula. This video is specifically on solving by factoring. (4) We'll find the intercepts of some quadratics in pairs...and might solve some quadratics as well. (5) We'll check in on (and upload) HW (this task). (6) We'll work on this practice set on solving and then should finish the rest for HW.

12/5/23 - (1) We'll begin with a very brief graded check-in on some simplification and then one challenging factoring problem. (2) We'll head to boards to practice factoring individually. (3) We'll continue our discussion of solving quadratics. Here are some written notes on solving quadratics. Here is a video that talks about solving quadratics. This video is specifically on solving using the quadratic formula. This video is specifically on solving by factoring. (4) We'll find the intercepts of some quadratics in pairs...and might solve some quadratics as well. (5) We'll check in on HW (this task). (6) We'll work on this practice set on solving and then should finish the rest for HW.

12/4/23 - (1) We'll collect questions from III and VIII from this packet. (2) We'll finish "Some Expanding/Factoring Practice & More". (3) We will pair up to work on "Converting Quadratic Forms Practice A" . (4) We'll start discussing how to solve quadratic equations. Here are some written notes on solving quadratics. Here is a video that talks about solving quadratics. This video is specifically on solving using the quadratic formula(we didn't get to this yet, but I'm sharing it anyway). This video is specifically on solving by factoring (this is more aligned with what we did in class). (5) We'll practice solving quadratics using this task and should finish this for HW.

12/1/23 - (1) We'll collect questions from III and VIII from this packet. (2) We'll finish "Some Expanding/Factoring Practice & More". (5) We will pair up to work on "Converting Quadratic Forms Practice A" . (6) We'll start discussing how to solve quadratic equations. Here are some written notes on solving quadratics. Here is a video that talks about solving quadratics. This video is specifically on solving using the quadratic formula(we didn't get to this yet, but I'm sharing it anyway). This video is specifically on solving by factoring (this is more aligned with what we did in class). (4) We'll practice solving quadratics using this task and should finish this for HW.

11/30/23 - (1) We'll start with a couple of problems on expanding/factoring. (2) We'll check in on HW (left columns only of section II and VI from this packet.) (3) We'll have a graded task on expanding algebraic expressions. (4) Trios will then begin work on "Some Expanding/Factoring Practice & More"..(we held onto this for later...but it's not HW) (5) We may do some board work individually on factoring/expanding. (6) HW: complete the left columns only of section III and VII from this packet. (this should be a total of 21 problems).

11/29/23 - (1) We'll start with a couple of problems on expanding/factoring. (2) We'll check in on HW (left columns only of section II and VI from this packet.) (3) We'll have a graded task on expanding algebraic expressions. (4) Trios will then begin work on "Some Expanding/Factoring Practice & More"..(we held onto this for later...but it's not HW) (5) We may do some board work individually on factoring/expanding. (6) HW: complete the left columns only of section III and VIII from this packet.

11/28/23 - (1) We'll start with "Comparing Three Functions". (2) We complete some problems on "expanding" expressions and using the distributive property...and will also start a discussion on factoring. [Here is a general discussion of factoring. Here is one full example of factoring of a quadratic. Here are more factoring examples. Here are four more quadratic factoring problems. Here are even more factoring examples with some visuals.] (3) We'll have a graded task on expanding algebraic expressions. (4) Here are some lengthy notes on converting between quadratic forms. (5) We'll work on this factoring practice . (6) HW: Complete the left columns only of section II and VI from this packet. (this should be a total of 18 problems).

11/27/23 - (1) We'll start with "Comparing Three Functions". (2) We complete some problems on "expanding" expressions and using the distributive property...and will also start a discussion on factoring. [Here is a general discussion of factoring. Here is one full example of factoring of a quadratic. Here are more factoring examples. Here are four more quadratic factoring problems. Here are even more factoring examples with some visuals.] (3) We'll have a graded task on expanding algebraic expressions. (4) Here are some lengthy notes on converting between quadratic forms. (5) We'll work on this factoring practice . (6) HW: Complete the left columns only of section II and VI from this packet. (this should be a total of 18 problems).

begin work on "Some Expanding/Factoring Practice & More".

11/21/23 - (0) Anyone still needing to finish the Pendulum project will wrap it up. (1) We'll work on expanding/distributing using this practice. (we may discuss factoring a bit) or perhaps this task on the same topics. (2) Pairs will work on Fits Perfectly (3) Solo Modeling Task (with Desmos) (4) Solo Modeling Task (non-calculator)

11/20/23 - (0) Anyone still needing to finish the Pendulum project will wrap it up. (1) We'll work on expanding/distributing using this practice. (we may discuss factoring a bit) or perhaps this task on the same topics. (2) Pairs will work on Fits Perfectly (3) Solo Modeling Task (with Desmos) (4) Solo Modeling Task (non-calculator) (5) We may work on this task on expanding/factoring as well.

11/17/23 - (1) We'll compare some models found using regression (using r^2-values, end behavior, more). (2) Pendulum work will be wrapped up and finalized. (3) We'll check in on HW. (4) No HW due next time.

11/16/23 - (1) We'll begin with one expanding problem. (2) We'll finish (most have finished) our work with the Pendulum project. (3) We'll collect/discuss HW ("Let's Find a Model") (4) HW: "Some Expanding/Factoring Practice & More". (only the first 6 expanding problems)

11/15/23 - (1) We'll begin with one expanding problem...and will review regression with Desmos. (2) We'll continue our work with the Pendulum project. (3) We'll collect/discuss HW ("Let's Find a Model") (4) HW: "Some Expanding/Factoring Practice & More". (only the first 6 expanding problems!)

11/14/23 - (1) We'll start with a couple of "expanding" problems. (2) We'll take a look at a scatterplot and try to find a model for it "by hand" and then using regression with Desmos. (3) We'll continue our work with the pendulum project. (4) HW: "Let's Find a Model"

11/13/23 - (1) We'll start with a couple of "expanding" problems. (2) We'll take a look at a scatterplot and try to find a model for it "by hand" and then using regression with Desmos. (3) We'll watch our intro. to the pendulum project and will begin our group work. (4) HW: "Let's Find a Model"

11/9/23 - (1) We'll begin with a starter problem on modeling with a linear function. (we'll also follow up by using regression with Desmos) (2) We'll work on "Modeling With Power Functions..." (3) We'll talk about expanding/the distributive property. (5) We'll begin work on the Pendulum project. (4) We'll work on this practice on expanding(with a hint of factoring) for HW.

11/8/23 - (1) We'll begin with a starter problem on modeling with a linear function. (2) Here are some notes on converting between standard, factored, and vertex form. (3) We'll work on this practice on expanding(with a hint of factoring) (4) Here is a general discussion of factoring. Here is one full example of factoring of a quadratic. Here are more factoring examples. Here are four more quadratic factoring problems. Here are even more factoring examples with some visuals. (5) We'll try this factoring practice. (6) If time allows, we'll work on "Some Expanding/Factoring Practice & More".

11/7/23 - (1) We will complete one starter problem. (2) We'll discuss this modeling task. (3) We'll walk through this modeling task on "the wave" and then work to come up with the best model for the wave data we collect. (4) We will also take some time to see how use use 'regression" with Desmos to find models of 'best fit'. (5) We'll take this task on patterns with blocks and will finish it for HW (solutions).

11/6/23 - (1) We will complete one starter problem. (2) We'll discuss this modeling task. (3) We'll walk through this modeling task on "the wave" and then work to come up with the best model for the wave data we collect. (4) We will also take some time to see how use use 'regression" with Desmos to find models of 'best fit'. (5) We'll take this task on patterns with blocks and will finish it for HW (solutions).

11/3/23 - (1) NRT on Power Functions today! (2) When folks finish, they'll work on this modeling task.

11/2/23 - (1) NRT on Power Functions today! (2) When folks finish, they'll work on this modeling task.

11/1/23 - (1) We'll start with an individual task on "graphing to solve equations". (2) Pairs will work on "Transformation Quiz/Time For a Change". (3) Groups will work on this review set Here are solutions to that set. (4) There is an NRT (unit assessment) next class! (5) HW: Work on this review set Here are solutions to that set. This will help get you ready for the big assessment next time.

10/31/23 - (1) We'll start with an individual task on "graphing to solve equations". (2) Pairs will work on "Transformation Quiz/Time For a Change". (3) Groups will work on this review set Here are solutions to that set. (4) There is an NRT (unit assessment) next class! (5) HW: Work on this review set Here are solutions to that set. This will help get you ready for the big assessment next time.

10/30/23 - (1) We'll start with one "solving by graphing" review problem and one questions about interval notation. (2) We'll discuss our upcoming NRT. It will be on 11/3/23. (3) HW will be uploaded. (4) We'll discuss any issues with the HW, as well. (5) Individuals will complete this graded task on transformations . (6) We'll start work on this review set . (7) Pairs will work on "Properties with Power Functions". (8) HW: Complete this review set .

10/27/23 - (1) We'll start with one "solving by graphing" review problem and one questions about interval notation. (2) We'll discuss our upcoming NRT. It will be on 11/2/23. (3) HW will be uploaded. (4) We'll discuss any issues with the HW, as well. (5) Individuals will complete this graded task on transformations . (6) We'll start work on this review set . (7) Pairs will work on "Properties with Power Functions". (8) HW: Complete this review set .

properties with transformations). . these super challenging problems this "modeling" task

10/26/23 - (1) We will take questions from "Transformations 11" (#'s 1, 2, 3, 7-13, 18, and 19). (2) We'll collect HW (Interception). (3) We'll be graded on being precise when graphing a function that has been transformed. (4) We'll solve some equations (including by graphing) . (5) HW: Finish the solving task started in class (but you only need to solve TWO of them by graphing...but solve all algebraically). Solving by Graphing Practice 1

10/25/23 - (1) We will take questions from "Transformations 11" (#'s 1, 2, 3, 7-13, 18, and 19). (2) We'll collect HW (Interception). (3) We'll be graded on being precise when graphing a function that has been transformed. (4) We'll solve some equations (including by graphing) . (5) HW: Finish the solving task started in class (but you only need to solve TWO of them by graphing...but solve all algebraically).

10/24/23 - (1) We started with a couple of starter problems where we had to find x & y-intercepts. We then went to walls and practiced a bit more on our own. To find y-intercepts, we 'simplified expressions'. To find x-intercepts, we "solved equations". (2) We got "Transformations 11" and need to complete #'s 1, 2, 3, 7-13, 18, and 19.

10/23/23 - (1) We started with a couple of starter problems where we had to find x & y-intercepts. We then went to walls and practiced a bit more on our own. To find y-intercepts, we 'simplified expressions'. To find x-intercepts, we "solved equations". (2) We got "Transformations 11" and need to complete #'s 1, 2, 3, 7-13, 18, and 19.

10/19/23 - (1) We will discuss formally how to find x and y-intercepts. [Introduction Video to Intercepts - A Second Video]. (2). We'll practice solving equations involving power functions. Video 1(general solving) Video 2(solving with negative exponents) Video 3(solving with exponents that are fractions) (3) We'll review solving by graphing. (4) Groups will check over and finish this task on transformations and properties (collected). (5) HW: Interception. packet

10/18/23 - (1) We will discuss formally how to find x and y-intercepts. [Introduction Video to Intercepts - A Second Video]. (2). We'll practice solving equations involving power functions. Video 1(general solving) Video 2(solving with negative exponents) Video 3(solving with exponents that are fractions) (3) We'll review solving by graphing. (4) Groups will check over and finish this task on transformations and properties (collected). (5) HW: Interception. packet

10/17/23 - (1) We will start with an equation to solve (linear pieces)....and another question asking about the location of a root for a transformed power function. (2) We'll discuss "solving by graphing". (3) We'll see how to use Desmos to solve equations by graphing. [Video 1 (intro. to solving by graphing) Video 2(solving by graphing with Desmos)] (4) We'll practice some solving by graphing....and will talk through some algebraic steps as well (but only for a basic problem or two). (5) We'll also work on this task on transformations and properties (pairs)....and side one of this should be completed for HW!

10/16/23 - (1) We will start with an equation to solve (linear pieces)....and another question asking about the location of a root for a transformed power function. (2) We'll discuss "solving by graphing". (3) We'll see how to use Desmos to solve equations by graphing. [Video 1 (intro. to solving by graphing) Video 2(solving by graphing with Desmos)] (4) We'll practice some solving by graphing....and will talk through some algebraic steps as well (but only for a basic problem or two). (5) We'll also work on this task on transformations and properties (pairs)....and side one of this should be completed for HW!

10/13/23 - (1) We will have a short check-in task on basic transformations. (2) We'll individually graph these functions individually on paper(or on a board). (3) HW: Finish "Starting to Solve..."

10/12/23 - (1) We will have a short check-in task on basic transformations. (2) We'll individually graph these functions individually on paper. (3) HW: Finish "Starting to Solve..."

10/11/23 - (1) Starter problems in pairs. (2) We'll walk through problem E from Graphing with Transformations: Example and Practice. and check the HW (A,B,C,D)...and will tackle H in pairs as well. (3) We will create one more high-quality graph of a transformed function at boards and share key points. (4) HW: On graph paper, create a high-quality graph of y = -4(x+3)^(-1) - 2. Include at least four key points.

10/10/23 - (1) Starter problems in pairs. (2) We'll walk through problem E from Graphing with Transformations: Example and Practice. and check the HW (A,B,C,D)...and will tackle H in pairs as well. (3) We will create one more high-quality graph of a transformed function at boards and share key points. (4) HW: On graph paper, create a high-quality graph of y = -4(x+3)^(-1) - 2. Include at least four key points.

10/6/23 - (1) Random trios will work on "Some Transformation Facts". We'll be comparing some solutions. (2) Individuals will work on graphing one transformed power function at the board and then will graph this function individually on paper. (3) Properties Check-In (4) We'll start work on Graphing with Transformations: Example and Practice. (5) HW: Finish only A,B,C, and D from Graphing with Transformations: Example and Practice.

10/5/23 - (1) Random trios will work on "Some Transformation Facts". We'll be comparing some solutions. (2) Individuals will work on graphing one transformed power function at the board and then will graph this function individually on paper. (3) Properties Check-In (4) We'll start work on Graphing with Transformations: Example and Practice. (5) HW: Finish only A,B,C, and D from Graphing with Transformations: Example and Practice.

graph these three functions (without using technology We'll chat about solving equations, including through using graphing. Video 1(general solving) Video 2(solving with negative exponents) Video 3(solving with exponents that are fractions) We'll start with a look at transformations of two new functions (2^x and abs(x)) .

10/4/23 - (1) We'll start with three graphing problems involving transformations...and perhaps one where we need to find an equation. (2) We'll tackle this Common Assessment (3) Pairs will work on this packet on transformations (solutions). (4) We'll check on the HW due last class...that was never checked last time. (5) HW: Finish this packet on transformations (solutions).

10/3/23 - (1) We'll start with three graphing problems involving transformations...and perhaps one where we need to find an equation. (2) We'll tackle this Common Assessment (3) Pairs will work on this packet on transformations (solutions). (4) We'll check on the HW due last class...that was never checked last time. (5) HW: Finish this packet on transformations (solutions).

10/2/23 - (1) We'll begin in pairs working on "Writing Functions With Given Properties" at whiteboards and will share solutions. (2) We'll start a chat about "transformations of functions"...and we will practice graphing with transformations. Here is a video on transformations. Here are some written notes on transformations. (3) HW will be uploaded to Classroom. (4) No HW tonight.

9/29/23 - (1) We'll begin in pairs working on "Writing Functions With Given Properties" at whiteboards and will share solutions. (2) We'll start a chat about "transformations of functions"...and we will practice graphing with transformations. Here is a video on transformations. Here are some written notes on transformations. (3) HW will be uploaded to Classroom. (4) No HW tonight.

9/28/23 - (1) We'll check in on the property listing packet and take any questions...and will finish it if not already completed (then collected). (2) Groups will work on Power Properties HW C. (3) We'll take a brief assessment on function properties. (4) We'll then work on "Writing Functions With Given Properties". (4) HW: "Graphing Slightly Different Power Functions"

9/27/23 - (1) We'll check in on the property listing packet and take any questions...and will finish it if not already completed (then collected). (2) Groups will work on Power Properties HW C. (3) We'll take a brief assessment on function properties. (4) We'll then work on "Writing Functions With Given Properties". (4) HW: "Graphing Slightly Different Power Functions"

9/26/23 - (1) We'll begin in groups at boards....describing a function. (2) Did everyone get a 3 out of 3 on that past graphing task? (3) We'll check this property listing packet that was started for HW. (we had to have two functions completed) (4) We'll individually work on this property listing task (with notes). (5) Individually, we'll try out this Desmos activity on "transformations of functions". (6) HW: Complete the rest of the property listing packet (you would then have all six of them done!)

9/25/23 - (1) We'll begin in groups at boards....describing a function. (2) Did everyone get a 3 out of 3 on that past graphing task? (3) Groups will finish (and correct) this property listing packet that was started for HW. (4) We'll individually work on this property listing task (with notes). (5) Individually, we'll try out this Desmos activity on "transformations of functions". (6) If time permits, we'll start a chat about "transformations" of functions as well. (7) HW: Complete two more of the function sides for property listing packet (you would then have four of them done in total!)

9/22/23 - (0) Don't forget that handing in the six graphs from last time could benefit you! (if you haven 't already) 1) We'll begin with a graded task on creating tables and graphs, and simplifying. (2) We'll chat about the rest of our function properties. Here are some written notes on function properties. (3) We'll list out properties of two of our power functions using this layout....perhaps at whiteboards and then on paper. (4) Here is a link to documents/videos that hit on most of the important stuff we've discussed so far. And here is a typed document summing up the important ideas studies so far. (5) Homework from last class wasn't collected...maybe next time. (6) HW: Complete the property listing packet, but only for two of the functions

9/21/23 - (0) Don't forget that handing in the six graphs from last time could benefit you! (if you haven 't already) 1) We'll begin with a graded task on creating tables and graphs, and simplifying. (2) We'll chat about the rest of our function properties. Here are some written notes on function properties. (3) We'll list out properties of all of our power functions using this layout....perhaps at whiteboards and then on paper. (4) Here is a link to documents/videos that hit on most of the important stuff we've discussed so far. And here is a typed document summing up the important ideas studies so far. (5) HW: Complete the property listing packet, but only for two of the functions

Individuals will take on this graded task. a couple of random graphing & simplifying questions. "Further Practice with Exponents" (solutions here) We will try this one property problem individually

9/20/23 - (0) One starter problem on domain & range (and graphing a power function). (1) We'll then start checking in one last time on the graphs of power functions. Some folks will iron out their questions. Others will work on this follow-up task....and some may get to this task on rational exponents. (2) We'll chat about the rest of our function properties. (3) We'll list out properties of all of our power functions using this layout. (4) We'll collect HW ("Further Practice with Exponents" (solutions here)) and take questions. (5) We'll take on an assessment on power function graphs and simplifying. (6) HW: Check Google Classroom for your HW this time! ("Power Function Review HW 35" ).

9/19/23 - (0) One starter problem on domain & range (and graphing a power function). (1) We'll then start checking in one last time on the graphs of power functions. Some folks will iron out their questions. Others will work on this follow-up task....and some may get to this task on rational exponents. (2) We'll chat about the rest of our function properties. (3) We'll list out properties of all of our power functions using this layout. (4) We'll collect HW ("Power Function Review HW 35" ) and take questions. (5) We'll take on an assessment on power function graphs and simplifying.

9/18/23 - (0) We'll begin with a very brief graded check-in on graphs of power functions. (1) We'll work on a couple of board simplification problems. (2) We will discuss the patterns from the Desmos activity given for HW....and may do some whiteboard work. (3) Trios will work on follow-up task to our graphing with power functions. (4) We'll discuss how to describe functions mathematically using function properties. We only discussed "domain" and "range" so far. (5) We'll practice listing properties of certain power functions at whiteboards. (6) We'll work on this property listing task. (7) HW: "Further Practice with Exponents" (solutions here).

9/15/23 - (0) We'll begin with a very brief graded check-in on graphs of power functions. (1) We'll work on a couple of board simplification problems. (2) We will discuss the patterns from the Desmos activity given for HW....and may do some whiteboard work. (3) Trios will work on follow-up task to our graphing with power functions. (4) We'll discuss how to describe functions mathematically using function properties. We only discussed "domain" and "range" so far. (5) We'll practice listing properties of certain power functions at whiteboards. (6) We'll work on this property listing task. *7) HW: "Power Function Review HW 35" "Further Practice with Exponents" (solutions here)..

random graphing & simplifying questions. (2) (6) We should complete this task for HW. (7) Here is a link to documents/videos that hit on most of the important stuff we've discussed so far. And here is a typed document summing up the important ideas studies so far.

9/14/23 - (1) We'll start with a problem connecting x-y-values for a couple of power functions. (2) We'll take on a graded task on simplification. (3) We'll complete this Google Form. (4) We'll check in on the HW on graphing (this set) (solutions). (5) We'll do some whiteboard work with graphs of power functions. (6) "Further Practice with Exponents". (7) We'll work on this follow-up task in groups at the board. (8) Honework: Desmos activity (link here for S2).

9/13/23 - (1) We'll start with a problem connecting x-y-values for a couple of power functions. (2) We'll take on a graded task on simplification. (3) We'll complete this Google Form. (4) We'll check in on the HW on graphing (this set) (solutions). (5) We'll do some whiteboard work with graphs of power functions. (6) "Further Practice with Exponents". (7) We'll work on this follow-up task in groups at the board. (8) Homework: Desmos activity (link here for R2).

9/12/23 - (0) We'll upload HW...and take questions folks have. (SOLUTIONS) (1) Kahoot check-in. (2) We'll tackle a short check-in on simplification with exponents/radicals. (3) We'll practice graphing power functions using this set. (4) HW: Finish this set from class.

9/11/23 - (0) We'll upload HW...and take questions folks have. (SOLUTIONS) (1) Kahoot check-in. (2) We'll tackle a short check-in on simplification with exponents/radicals. (3) We'll practice graphing power functions using this set. (4) HW: Finish this set from class.

(4) We'll work on a Desmos activity (R1 link here) (R2 link here) and will sum up what we found. (5) We'll talk about the results of our graded task from last class. (6) Using our HW as a backdrop, we'll work on this follow-up task in groups at the board (we all didn't finish this...but it's CW, not HW). (7) HW is to complete "Further Practice with Exponents". (8) Be prepared to really know your graphs of power functions for next class!

9/8/23 - (0) We'll upload HW. (1) We'll start a handful of review problems involving simplification with exponents. (2) We'll check in on solutions to the HW and discuss questions. (3) Kahoot check-in. (4) We'll graph a power function together...then will graph some on our own (5) We'll practice graphing power functions using this set. (6) We'll tackle a short check-in graded task on simplification with exponents/radicals. (7) Here is a "how to" on simplifying with some extra practice for anyone who would like it. (8) Practice #1 on Basic Exponent Laws and Finding Roots (SOLUTIONS)

9/7/23 - (0) We'll upload HW. (1) We'll start a handful of review problems involving simplification with exponents. (2) We'll check in on solutions to the HW and discuss questions. (3) Kahoot check-in. (4) We'll graph a power function together...then will graph some on our own (5) We'll practice graphing power functions using this set. (6) We'll tackle a short check-in graded task on simplification with exponents/radicals. (7) Here is a "how to" on simplifying with some extra practice for anyone who would like it. (8) Practice #1 on Basic Exponent Laws and Finding Roots (SOLUTIONS)

Google form on simplification (2) We'll follow up a couple of simplification problems (including one with an exponent that's a negative fraction). (2) We'll pair up to make tables/graphs for two more power function graphs (3) (4) HW: Finish this packet of graphs (solutions). (5) this graphing task .

9/6/23 - (1) We'll start with some whiteboard work on simplifying with exponents. (2) We'll sum up what we know about exponents and discuss what rational(fractions) exponents tell us . (3) We'll do some graphing of power functions by completing this task (solutions here). (4) We'll discuss dividing by zero and raising negative numbers to powers. (5) We'll tackle some of the "big 6" power function graphs. (6) HW: Practice #1 on Basic Exponent Laws and Finding Roots (SOLUTIONS) (7) Some helpful videos: What are functions?/What is a power function? A video discussing the battle of graphing with a table. Here’s one more video discussing some of the “weird things” that pop up with our current work. (8) Google form sharing. (9) HW (solutions)

9/5/23 - (1) We'll start with some whiteboard work on simplifying with exponents. (2) We'll sum up what we know about exponents and discuss what rational(fractions) exponents tell us . (3) We'll do some graphing of power functions by completing this task (solutions here). (4) We'll discuss dividing by zero and raising negative numbers to powers. (5) We'll tackle some of the "big 6" power function graphs. (6) HW: Practice #1 on Basic Exponent Laws and Finding Roots (SOLUTIONS) (7) Some helpful videos: What are functions?/What is a power function? A video discussing the battle of graphing with a table. Here’s one more video discussing some of the “weird things” that pop up with our current work. (8) Google form sharing. (9) HW (solutions)

9/1/23 - (1) Starter problem at boards in some new groups. (2) We'll discuss the class website and join Classroom (see codes at top of this page). (3) We'll sum up what negative exponents tell us...and practice a little with whiteboards. (4) Groups will work on this task (solutions) about exponents. (5) HW: Work on any remaining problems from this task. (6) Here's a video on Laws of exponents review. (9) Here's a video on Finding Roots of a Number. (10) Here's a video on working with negative exponents. (11) Here's a video on working with exponents that are fractions.

8/31/23 - (1) Starter problem at boards in some new groups. (2) We'll discuss the class website and join Classroom (see codes at top of this page). (3) We'll sum up what negative exponents tell us. (4) Groups will work on this task (solutions) about exponents. (5) HW: Work on problelms D,E,F,H,J from this task. (6) Here's a video on Laws of exponents review. (9) Here's a video on Finding Roots of a Number. (10) Here's a video on working with negative exponents. (11) Here's a video on working with exponents that are fractions.

(7) We'll take home this HW assignment. (solutions)

8/30/23 - (1) We drew a picture! (2) We discussed open/closed questions (see some examples of good open questions here) and took part in an identity activity (that also put us in random groups) (3) Groups started to look at patterns with exponents...leading to exponents of zero and negative exponents.

8/29/23 - (1) We drew a picture! (2) We discussed open/closed questions (see some examples of good open questions here) and took part in an identity activity (that also put us in random groups) (3) Groups started to look at patterns with exponents...leading to exponents of zero and negative exponents.

Groups worked at the board on various problems related to exponents. took home an Algebra I review problem HW set (4) (area task, pendulum task, blocks task, rods&stamps task) OR this exponent-y problem set, a second exponent-y problem set