Pre-Algebra 1

Curriculum Overview

Pre-Algebra 1 uses the Connected Mathematics Project 4 (CMP). CMP is a problem-centered curriculum promoting an inquiry-based teaching-learning classroom environment. Students are given many opportunities to explore mathematical concepts through hands-on investigations and real-world scenarios. 6th grade topics are covered in Cove's Pre-Algebra 1 curriculum.

Units:

Quarter 1: Number Connections: Expresing Factors and Multiples Algebraically

Investigation 1. Generalizing Factor and Multiple Patterns: Algebraic Reasoning
Investigation 2. Common Multiple and Common Factor: Least or Greatest?
Investigation 3. Using Exponents to Express the Multiplicative Structure of Numbers
Investigation 4: Using the Distributive Property to Write and Evaluate Equivalent Expressions

Quarter 2: Variables and Patterns: Introducing Algebraic Reasoning

Investigation 1. Organizing a Bike Tour: Variables, Tables, and Graphs
Investigation 2. Determining Tour Needs: Analyzing Relationships Among Variables
Investigation 3. Returning Home: Relating Variables, Expressions and Equations

Quarter 3: Comparing Quantities: Ratios, Rates, and Equivalence

Investigation 1. Making Comparisons
Investigation 2. Using Ratios to Solve Problems
Investigation 3. Using Rates and Rate Tables
Investigation 4: For Every 100: Introducing Percent

Quarter 4: Bits of Rational: Extending Fraction Operations and Solving Equations

Investigation 1. Extending Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
Investigation 2. Extending Multiplication of Fractions
Investigation 3. Making Sense of Fraction Division
Investigation 4. Wrapping up Operations: Equivalent Equations

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