8th Grade Math Unit 12
Equations and Inequalities/ Transformation Project
10 Instructional Days - 6th 6 Weeks
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Big Idea:
Big Idea:
Equations and transformations (mainly dilation)
Student Expectations:
Student Expectations:
Priority TEKS
Priority TEKS
8.10(B) [Supporting] Differentiate between transformations that preserve congruence and those that do not.
8.10(D) [Supporting] Model the effect on linear and area measurements of dilated two-dimensional shapes.
Focus TEKS
Focus TEKS
8.8(C) [Readiness] Model and solve one-variable equations with variables on both sides of the equal sign that represent mathematical and real-world problems using rational number coefficients and constants.
Student Learning Targets:
Student Learning Targets:
- I will use the transformation of dilation to create a project.
- I will extend my previous knowledge to prepare for Algebra including topics such as solving equations and inequalities with variables on both sides, distributive property, factoring, functions, and graphing.
- I will write about how the transformation project can extend into real-world tasks.
Essential Questions:
Essential Questions:
- How can the transformation of dilation help you create something for a possible future occupation?
Extra Information:
Extra Information:
Adopted Textbook: McGraw-Hill 8th Grade Mathematics
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