*1 credit
*Required Materials: Scientific Calculator, 3 ring binder with loose-leaf paper and a ruler with metric and English units.
*This course will introduce the standard topics of algebra. We will develop the concepts of linear, exponential, quadratic, and absolute value functions through graphing, applications, problem solving and the use of technology. Additional concepts include linear sentences and systems, polynomials and connections to geometry.
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Chapter Descriptions: (Time spent on each chapter varies depending on abilities of class and is based on a semester class. Algebra IA & IB time will be extended)
Chapter 1: Expressions, Equations, and Functions
5 Days
This chapter is just a background to basics of algebra. It introduces a lot of vocabulary and gets students to start thinking algebraically.
Chapter 2: Properties of Real Numbers
6 Days
This chapter gives students practice with the set of real numbers. They will also be working with the order of operations.
Chapter 3: Solving Linear Equations
About 6 Days
This chapter gives students practice with solving equations. Students will work towards solving complex multi-step problems.
Chapter 4: Graphing Linear Equations and Functions
About 6 Days
This chapter focuses on graphing linear equations in two variables.
Chapter 5: Writing Linear Equations
6-7 Days
This chapter focuses on writing linear equations in two variables. Students will learn various forms of equations and use them to solve real-world problems.
Chapter 6: Solving and Graphing Linear Inequalities
5-6 Days
This chapter gives more practice with solving and graphing equations and extends the practice to inequalities.
Chapter 7: Systems of Equations and Inequalities
About 5 Days
This chapter teaches students how to solve systems of equations and inequalities. Students will be taught three methods for solving.
Chapter 8: Exponents and Exponential Functions
6 Days
This chapter introduces properties of exponents. Students will also work with scientific notation.
Chapter 9: Polynomials and Factoring
7-8 Days
Students will learn to classify, add, subtract, and multiply polynomials in the first half of the chapter. In the second half of the chapter students will learn how to factor polynomials.
Chapter 10: Quadratic Equations and Functions
8 Days
This chapter focuses on graphing quadratic functions and solving quadratic equations. Students will learn the quadratic formula which will be important for every math class they take.
Chapter 13: Probability and Data Analysis
About 7 Days
Students will learn various ways to analyze data and learn about probability.