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Algebra 1 S (Standard) Credit - 1

Term(s) – 1 Year

Instructors: Mr. D. Stimpert Ms. B. Merker Mr. B. Stauffer

Text: Algebra, Structure and Method, Book 1(Boston: Houghton-Mifflin, 1994) Prerequisites: None Course Description: Algebra is one of the fundamental branches of mathematics. A good background in algebra is needed for all other branches of mathematics and many other science-related courses such as chemistry, physics, electricity, and engineering. The major areas included in Algebra I are variables, evaluating expressions, positive-negative numbers, solving linear equations, solving word problems, solving linear inequalities, exponents, basic operations with polynomials, factoring, solving quadratic equations, basic operations with algebraic fractions, solving fractional equations, graphing, solving systems of linear equations, and radicals. Technology will be used as needed.

Course Content: Semester 1

Chapter 1 – Variables/Problem Solving/Number Lines Chapter 2 – Real Numbers Chapter 3 – Solving Equations and Problems Chapter 4 – Polynomials Chapter 5 – Factoring Polynomials Chapter 6 – Fractions

Semester 2 Chapter 7 – Applying Fractions Chapter 8 – Introduction to Functions Chapter 9 – Systems of Linear Equations Chapter 10 – Inequalities Chapter 11 – Rational and Irrational Numbers Chapter 12 – Quadratic Functions

Course Format: Teacher led lectures, Hands on work with calculators and technology, Class Projects/Posters, Group work

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Course Expectations: • Students will be expected to have knowledge, comprehension, and application of

course content. • Students will be required to work well with others • Students will be expected to work on their homework alone and have it finished

by the start of class each day. • Students will be expected to ask questions and correct mistakes made on

homework and quizzes.

Grades: Homework 10-20% Quizzes 30-40% Tests 40-60% As per department policy, extra credit shall not exceed 2% of the students’ grade.

Course Objectives: STATE GOAL FOR LEARNING SIX

INTRODUCE/DEVELOP 6A.908 Simplify radicals 6B.909 Perform operations ( +, -, x, ÷) on expressions involving radicals INTRODUCE/DEVELOP/MASTER 6A.911 Find powers and roots of real numbers 6B.912 Select and use appropriate arithmetic operations in problem solving 6B.913 Simplify numerical expressions using the order of operations 6B.914 Evaluate algebraic expressions involving real numbers 6B.910 Factor polynomials by using GCF, special products, and grouping 6B.916 Perform operations ( +, -, x, ÷) with polynomials 6B.901 Perform operations ( +, -, x, ÷) with algebraic fractions 6D.917 Solve problems involving ratios, proportions, and percent of change DEVELOP/MASTER 6A.915 Identify and apply the properties of real numbers: a) Identify rational numbers b) Perform operations ( +, -, x, ÷) with rational numbers

STATE GOAL FOR LEARNING SEVEN INTRODUCE/DEVELOP/MASTER 7A.918 Apply formulas in a wide variety of theoretical and practical real-world applications: a) Uniform motion (rate-time-distance) b) Perimeter or area problems

STATE GOAL FOR LEARNING EIGHT INTRODUCE 8B.919 Find values and equations of linear functions

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8B.905 Analyze a quadratic function regarding its graph 8B.920 Use a table of values to graph nonlinear functions in order to describe numerical relationships 8D.921 Solve quadratic equations by factoring or using the quadratic formula 8D.922 Solve rational or irrational equations INTRODUCE/DEVELOP/MASTER 8B.906 Graph solutions of inequalities 8C.923 Solve systems of equations by substitution or addition - subtraction methods 8C.924 Apply algebraic properties and procedures with equations using data found in business, industry, and consumer situations: cost, income, and value problems 8C.944 Apply algebraic properties and procedures with equations using data found in business, industry, and consumer situations: investment problems MASTER 8A.927 Simplify algebraic expressions using the order of operations 8B.929 Use a table of values for a linear function to predict its linear relationship (e.g. increasing or decreasing, etc), then graph the linear function on a coordinate plane to verify the predicted relationship 8B.930 Graph systems of equations on a coordinate plane analyzing their points of intersection or non-intersection 8D.936 Solve multi-step equations involving fractions, decimals, and integers 8D.937 Solve inequalities involving integers 8D.938 Find slope from a graph, from 2 points on the line, and from an equation 8D.946 Write equations when given the slope and y-intercept 8D.931 Apply properties of powers, perfect squares, and square roots to simplify algebraic expressions and solve equations 8D.945 Apply properties of powers, perfect squares, and square roots to simplify algebraic expressions and solve equations a) Using a table of values, graph a quadratic equation based on perfect squares (e.g. x2 = 9)

STATE GOAL FOR LEARNING NINE DEVELOP 9D.940 Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the length of sides in a right triangle

STATE GOAL FOR LEARNING TEN INTRODUCE/DEVELOP/MASTER 10A.941 Construct, read, and interpret tables or charts to organize and represent data: Wind and current problems 10A.942 Construct, read, and interpret tables or charts to organize and represent data: Puzzle problems (digit, age, and fractions) 10A.943 Construct, read, and interpret tables or charts to organize and represent data: Mixture and work problems