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Unit 6 Exponents and Radicals
Grade 8
6.1
Learning Targets:
I can simplify zero and negative exponents.
I can use structure and patterns to solve problems.
(must do)
6.1 Class Task - Prove why zero and negative exponents simplify to 1 and fractions. Use structure and patterns.
6.1 Video Exponent Rules - Take Notes!
paranthesis are not well explained in the book. Please refer to this site for a further explanation.
6.1 Partner Practice - Workbook, pg 195 (lesson 7-1)
6.1 Mastery Check Savvas 7-1 Quiz
6.2
Learning Target:
I can simplify exponents using the multiplication and power to a power rules.
I can simplify scientific notation
(must do)
6.2
Video - If needed, rewatch the 6.1 video and take notes on the properties.
Video - scientific notation
6.2 Partner Practice
Make an explanation sheet for exponent rules. Include the name of the name of each rule, the rule in variables, and then 2 examples for each rule.
Complete on a large sheet of white paper.
Individual Practice
Workbook pg 199, odd numbers only.
workbook pg 203, 1 column.
6.2 Mastery Check - 2 quizzes (7-2, 7-3 Savvas)
6.3
Learning Target:
I can divide with exponents.
(must do)
6.3 Video - Simplifying with division
Take Notes
6.3 Individual Practice -Workbook pg 207 - Even numbers.
6.3 Mastery Check - Quiz 7-4 Savvas
6.4
Learning Target:
I can simply scientific notation.
(Aspire to Do)
Khan Academy - multiply and dividing
Workbook page 200
Summative 1
Radicals
6.1b
Learning Targets:
I can estimate radicals and order them on a number line.
I can understand and apply the Pythagorean Theorem.
(must do)
6.1b Class Task -List the first 10 perfect squares. Order on a number line.
6.1 Video Radical Basics - (Should Do) This has important vocabulary and background information.
6.1 Video - Estimating square roots
6.1 Partner Practice - Workbook pg 291 - Write the answer as a radical, then solve using a calculator.
6.1b Mastery Check Savvas 10-1 Quiz
6.2
Learning Target:
I can simplify radicals.
(must do)
Class Task - List the first 12 perfect squares. Simplify radicals.
6.2
Video - Simplifying Radicals, Simplifying with variables,
6.2 Partner Practice
Choose 3 different types of problems from the textbook. These should include simplifying radicals, and rationalizing the denominator. Make an instructional poster showing each problem, all the steps, and an explanation of how to solve.
Complete on a large sheet of white paper.
6.2. Individual Practice
Choose 3 of each type of problem on workbook pg 295 and 296 to complete independently and turn in.
6.2 Mastery Check - Savvas Quiz 10.2
6.3b
Learning Target:
I can solve equations with radicals.
(must do)
6.3 Video - Solving with Radicals
Partner Practice -
Choose 3 different problems from the student text and complete them together on a large whiteboard. Show the teacher.
6.3b Individual Practice - workbook pg 299 - choose 3 from each section
6.3 Mastery Check - Quiz 10-3 Savvas
6.4b
Learning Target:
I can solve equations using radicals
(Aspire to Do)
6.4b - mastery check
Summative Quiz 6B
Review, Quiz