Chapter 2 Student Learning Objectives

SLO 1.2 Given a pattern, I can recognize its growth and predict future figures.

SLO 1.4: I can recognize a proportional relationship from a graph or table and as a set of equal ratios.

SLO 2.1: I can write an algebraic expression/equation from a given set of algebra tiles or story

​SLO 2.2: I can evaluate algebraic expressions.  

SLO 2.3: I can simplify algebraic expressions and determine which side of an algebra tile model is greater

SLO 2.4: I can solve an algebraic equation for an unknown variable (and show corresponding work).

On this page, you will find additional support and information relating to this chapter in Math 8. 

Here are extra practice problems by section, including examples: 

Chapter 2: Simplifying with Variables

• PDF Lesson 2.1.1 & 2.1.2: Algebra Tiles and Perimeter

• PDF Lesson 2.1.2 & 2.1.3: Combining Like Terms

• PDF Lesson 2.1.3 & 2.1.5: Simplifying Expression (Expression Mat)

• PDF Lesson 2.1.5 to 2.1.8: Comparing Quantities (Expression Mat)

• PDF Lesson 2.1.8 & 2.1.9: Solving Equations

Video: Alg Tiles Introduction

Video: Perimeter and Area using Algebra Tiles

Video: Alg Tiles on Expression Mat

Video: Alg. Tiles Comparison Mat

Video: 2-step equation w/ numerator x

Video: Algebra Tiles on a Comparison Mat, Recording Your work

Video: Alg. Tiles on an Eq. Mat

Video: Alg Tiles Combining Like Terms Part 1

Video: Alg Tiles Combining Like Terms Part 2

Video: Two Step Equations

Video: Solve equation with Variables on both sides

Video: One solution, no solution, infinite solutions