Thursday, August 8

TODAY'S LESSON, HW, AND ENRICHMENT

Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Have a great day and see you tomorrow!

Ms. T

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Tuesday, August 6, 2019

Hi Class,

Our last quiz will be tomorrow!  

I've prepared practice questions for you that go with the Review Sheet we went over in class today.  You will be able to click on the buttons for each topic to view the page from the book that goes with the exercise number (scroll down the page it opens to find the exercises).  I've chosen odd numbers so you will be able to check your work.  Make sure you start with the topics that you circled from the review sheet we went over first!

If you want to work on additional algebra problems, take a look at this wonderful site another math teacher made.  After you work out the problems you will be able to click the "Solution" button to check your work.

In addition to referring to your notes, the text, and previous slides you also have the Algebra Cheat Sheet.  This quiz will be very similar to the one that you took at the beginning of the class in July.  I have no doubt you will do well :)

If you have any questions, email me.  We will go over any questions you have in the first part of class before the quiz.

Have a great day and see you in the morning!

Ms. T

Monday, August 5, 2019

Hi Class,

If you have not already emailed me a copy of your Math Diary and video project please do so immediately!  If the file is too large, send it to me via Google Drive.  Here is a video if you need help uploading/sharing your file, how to upload and share files via Google Drive.  If you have any problems, email me!!  

Today's Slides

• We continued our Algebra Review (slide 187), went over the quiz corrections and homework from Thursday

• We watched The Math and Magic of Origami (TED talk) and learned about the Mathematician of the Day:  Majorie Lee Brown

Homework

• Quadratic Functions:   55 and 58 (note, you don't have to have a calculator to do number 55, but if you want to use one here's an online graphing calculator

• Quadratic Equations:  67 and 69 

• Transformations of Functions:  6-9, 24 and 25

• Daily Reflection

• Quiz corrections and bonus problems (if you didn't bring them in today)

Give the quadratic problems a try, you've learned a lot about quadratics and should be able to apply that knowledge to more practical problems.  Refer to the examples in the book, slides, notes and also feel free to check out math videos on Khan Academy or YouTube.

You should also start working on the 2nd Math diary or your last project.   Be ready to share ideas and plans with me on Tuesday.

Have a great day and see you tomorrow!

Ms. T

Thursday, August 1, 2019

Hi Class,

If you have not already emailed me a copy of your Math Diary and video project please do so immediately!  If the file is too large, send it to me via Google Drive.  Here is a video if you need help uploading/sharing your file, how to upload and share files via Google Drive.  If you have any problems, email me!!  If I don't receive it today (Thursday) then you will lose points!

Homework

• Quadratic Functions:   54 and 57

• Quadratic Equations:  66 and 70 

• Daily Reflection

• Bonus Problems

Give the quadratic problems a try, you've learned a lot about quadratics and should be able to apply that knowledge to more practical problems.  Refer to the examples in the book and also feel free to check out math videos on Khan Academy or YouTube.

You should also start working on the 2nd Math diary and your last project.   Be ready to share ideas and plans with me on Monday.

Have a wonderful weekend and see you on Monday!

Ms. T

Wednesday, July 31, 2019

 Hi Class,

Don't forget, QUIZ TOMORROW!!!  Math diary and video project are also due tomorrow.... 

Today's Slides

• We continued our Algebra Review (slide 129), went over the homework from yesterday

• We talked more about the Mathematician of the day Monday Al-Samawal

Tonight's Homework (prep for tomorrow's quiz!!)

• Radicals #15, #17, #24, #64

• Linear Equations:  Slope and Slope Intercept #26

• Quadratic Equations:  The Discriminant #33, #37

• Graphing Quadratics and Applications #37, #39, #73

App suggestions

Remember, if you're looking for apps for the video project, here are a few:

• Android:  Quik  |   Filmora

• Apple:  Quik  |   Video Editor

Enjoy the rest of your day and see you tomorrow!

Ms. T

Tuesday, 7/30/19

Hi Class,

Don't forget, your first Math Diary and your Video project are due this Thursday!  Tomorrow is the last day for you to show me your plans or ask questions before they are due...

• Assignment Due Dates

• Math Diary Details

• Video Project Details  

Additional Notes for Video Projects

If you don't have an app on your phone, here are some ideas:

• Android:  Quik  |   Filmora

• Apple:  Quik  |   Video Editor

Today's Slides

• We continued our Algebra Review (slide 102), went over the homework from yesterday

• We talked more about the Mathematician of the day from yesterday Albrecht Dürer and the Chudnovsky Brothers (see links on slides)

Tonight's Homework

• Slope of Linear Equations:  #28, 30

• The Discriminant: #33-36

• Why is the famous theorem about triangles named after Pythagorus if it was invented 1,000 before him?

• Rebus sheet #2

Stay cool and see you tomorrow!

Ms. T

Monday, 7/29/19

Hi Class,

I was happy to see you all spent time thinking about your Math Diaries and Video projects :)  I'm really looking forward to seeing them this week.

Here are some more details for you:

• Assignment Due Dates

• Math Diary Details

• Video Project Details

Today's Slides

• We continued our Algebra Review (slide 72), went over the quiz from Thursday, and worked on Radicals

• Our mathematicians of the day are Al Samawal and Albrecht Dürer (class choice)

Tonight's Homework

• Radicals: 1-4, 6, 16, 20, 28, 38, 70

• Why is the famous theorem about triangles named after Pythagorus if it was invented 1,000 before him?

• Rebus #9 and #10

• Daily Reflection if you didn't hand it in today

• Quiz Corrections will be due Wednesday

Projects due this week

• 1st math diary on Thursday

• 1st video project

If any one wants me to look over their Math Diary or Video project before you hand it in on Thursday, bring it to class with you tomorrow.

See you in the morning!

Ms. T

Thursday, July 25

Hi Class,

I'm very sorry I couldn't be with you on Thursday, I had a family emergency and was upstate since Wednesday night.   I want to thank your Teaching Coaches for stepping in while I was out and reviewing with you for the quiz.    I was glad to hear that you felt ready for the quiz :)   I will be back in on Monday and will go over the quiz with you, we will work on any corrections you need to do together.  Looking forward to seeing your progress!

Also, don't forget to bring in the plans for your first two projects:  Math Diary and Video.  More information is available on the syllabus, if you have any questions don't hesitate to email me.

For those of you who are looking for the link to Ultimate Tic Tac Toe :)

Enjoy the rest of your weekend and see you all on Monday,

Ms. T

Wednesday, July 24

Today's Slides

• We continued our Algebra Review (slide 55), went over the homework from last night and reviewed for tomorrow's quiz.

Today's Homework

• Rational Expression problems:  #45, #57

• Daily Reflection

Tomorrow's Quiz

• Will cover Simplifying Rational Expressions and Solving Inequalities

Here's the link where you can play a game of Ultimate Tic Tac Toe with a friend (after you study for tomorrow of course!)

Have a great evening and see you tomorrow!

Ms. T

Tuesday, July 23

Today's Slides

• We continued our Algebra Review (slide 47) and went over Simplifying Rational Expressions (Simplifying, Adding/Subtracting/Multiplying/Dividing and Complex Rational Expressions)

• For more examples in addition to the chapter in the book see:  Adding/Subtracting Rational Expressions and Simplifying/Multiplying/Dividing Rational Expressions

Today's Homework

• Write a paragraph about how Archimedes used hexagons to calculate an approximation for digits of π .

• Rational Expression problems:  #12,# 22,#30,# 40,# 48  BONUS:  56, 57 (must show work!!)

• Daily Reflection

Project Updates

• We discussed ideas for upcoming projects in class, your first Math Diary topic/plan is due Monday, 7/29.  You will also need to have your video idea set and preliminary storyboard created.

• Details, rubrics for grading, and due dates have all been updated in the course syllabus.  We will set aside class time to go through any questions you have.  Do NOT wait until the last minute to complete these assignments!

• Inspiration to look at for video and choice projects:  The world without pi,  Pi Day Music Video,  X-Phaze - Pi Day , The Ultimate Pi Day Video, π poster, π  tshirt, modify a game (like mathopoly or Ultimate Tic Tac Toe) or create a new game,  memorize more than 20 digits of π , write π poetry, write a pi story.  Or instead of π, choose another number, mathematician, moment in math history, etc.  The possibilities are endless!

• Storyboard template, I will hand out some printed templates for you tomorrow

• 3D Printing:  Tinkercad  software to create designs, Thingiverse has customizable designs and designs you can download to print, more information about 3D printing.

Have a great day and see you tomorrow morning!

Ms. T

Monday, July 22

Today's slides

• We went over the questions from Thursday's quiz (slides 1-8) and then focused on learning about and celebrating Little Pi Day (slides 9-end). 

Today's homework

• Quiz corrections (+bonus questions)

• Daily Reflection

• Pi/Pie puzzle (see slide 27)

• Pi Project plans.  Remember, you will be able to choose one project this semester, if you'll be choosing to do something about Pi please have a short write up about what you plan to do.  All project plans will be due the end of this week, so even if you choose not to make it about Pi, please start thinking about what you'd like to do.  We will spend some time tomorrow in class discussion talking about this assignment.

Special Event!

There will be a Little Pi Day Wikipedia Edit-a-thon today from 4pm to 8pm.  You don't need to stay the entire time, feel free to just drop by!  Editable and Edible, we'll have pizza pie and fruit pie while we add citations to Math and STEM articles on Wikipedia.  More information via Wikipedia event page.

Enjoy Pi Day and see you tomorrow morning!

Ms. T

Here's the link to the Daily SET Puzzle if you want to practice for next week.  I will bring in some SET cards next week so we can play in groups.

In addition to your homework, please remember to bring your daily reflection index card with you if you needed more time to complete it!

Remember!

Monday is Little Pi Day, we will be meeting in room 309.  After we go over the homework, we will focus on talking about Pi 

Have a great day and see you tomorrow morning!

Ms. T

For Wednesday, July 17th:

Prerequisite Chapter:  Polynomials

 Scroll down to Section Exercises and complete:  1-3, 14, 26, 34, 56

Remember, bonus points if you can present to the class the second method for solving the water jug problem!

Monday, July 15th

Hi Class!

So great meeting you this morning, I hope you enjoyed our first class! I will be using this site to share documents/assignments and other fun math news/activities. You will find a link to the "LECTURE" and "SYLLABUS" below. We will finish the second half of it tomorrow, so we've covered up to "Metacognition." Note, I tend to put notes/links in the "speaker area" below the slide and if you view the slides in "Presenter" mode you'll be able to click on the slides to view additional links.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out: treglia@fordham.edu and my office is located in room 416.

For Tuesday, July 16th:

1. Complete your math survey: this is to get a better sense of what material you know and where we will need to focus our time. Show all math!

2. If you did not turn in your daily reflection, please do so. I will make sure we have more time for that in future classes.

3. Feel free to review the syllabus, we'll go into more detail tomorrow and discuss the possible projects you'll be working on. 

4. Bonus points if you explore anything related to our talk this morning :)

Please remember to bring your completed survey with you and today's reflection (index card) tomorrow. See you Tuesday morning!

Ms. T