Math 8

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This standards-based eighth grade course places strong emphasis on applications of the mathematical concepts and skills related to rational numbers to solving a variety of real-world problems. In addition, students will extend their understanding of the concepts proportion and measurement in problem-solving situations. Students will further develop their algebraic thinking by investigating graphical, symbolic, tabular, and verbal representations of relationships. This is a grade level course that will both enrich and remediate as necessary. Some students placed in Math 8 are more advanced than others and require acceleration. Others are still mastering basic skills and need more assistance.

Instruction will be based on the Greenville County Schools curriculum guide and the South Carolina College and Career Readiness Standards for Mathematics. These standards can be accessed here: SC Math 8 Standards

UNITS OF STUDY

Unit 1: Transformations

Unit 2: Similarity

Unit 3: Line & Angle Relationships

Unit 4: Proportional Relationships

Unit 5: Linear Relationships

Unit 6: Introduction to Functions

Unit 7: Bivariate Data

Unit 8: Solving Linear Equations

Unit 9: Systems of Linear Equations

Unit 10: The Real Number System

Unit 11: Pythagorean Theorem

Unit 12: Exponents & Scientific Notation

Unit 13: Volume of Curved Figures

TEXTBOOK & MATERIALS

Text - Carnegie Math

Mathia - Online math practice program

Calculator - A graphing calculator is not necessary for this course. It is recommended that students have a TI-30 scientific calculator.

GRADING

Major Grades - 50%

Minor Grades - 50%

Semester 1 average = (Q1 X .5) + (Q2 X .5)

Semester 2 average = (Q3 X .5) + (Q4 X .5)

Final Grade = (S1 X .5) + (S2 X .5)