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Course Content:
Unit 1: Equations
- Simplifying algebraic expressions
- Solving equations
-Identifying the number of solutions
Unit 2: Transformations, Similarity & Congruence
-Understand congruence and similarity using physical models, transparencies, or geometry software.
- Verify experimentally the properties of rotations, reflections, and translations:
Unit 3: Exponents
- Work with radicals and integer exponents.
- Solve linear equations in one variable.
-Distinguish between rations & irrational numbers
Unit 4: Geometric Applications of Exponents
-Understand and apply the Pythagorean Theorem.
-Solve real‐world and mathematical problems involving volume of cylinders, cones, and spheres.
- Work with radicals and integer exponents.
Unit 5: Linear Functions
- Define, evaluate, and compare functions.
- Understand the connections between proportional relationships, lines, and linear equations.
Unit 6: Linear Models & Tables
- Use functions to model relationships between quantities.
- Use the equation of a linear model to solve problems
-Investigate patterns of association in bi-variate data.
Unit 7: Solving Systems of Equations
- Analyze and solve linear equations and pairs of simultaneous linear equations.
Grade Weights:
Tests/ Projects/ Interactive Notebook– 50% At least 7 tests and 7 Notebook checks
Daily Work - 20%
Quizzes- 20% Approximately one quiz per week
Homework/Misc -10% Assignments posted on the website
Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the student are to be present and on time to class daily, prepared for class with all necessary materials, be respectful of teacher and other students at all times, and follow all policies and procedures as defined by the teacher and student handbook.
The responsibilities of the teacher are to be present and on time to class daily, prepared to class with all necessary materials, provide the necessary information as outlined by Georgia Performance Standards, provide a safe environment conducive to all students’ learning, and be equitable in dealing with all students. Remember, Fair Is Not Equal! (What is appropriate for one student may not be for another)