THE SET OF RATIONAL NUMBERS

1. How can I use Rational Numbers as Fractions and Decimal Numbers in my every-day life?

2. How can I do basic operations with rational numbers?

3. How can I place rational numbers on a number line?

1. The student will understand how to interpret and locate Decimal Numbers and, through their properties, will apply them to pose and solve problems in different contexts as well as identify the different geometric elements in nature with the exploration.

• Rational Numbers: Decimal concept, Graph on a number line, Equivalent Fractions as decimals, Powers and Square Roots using Rationals, Renaming decimals to fractions and vice versa, Basic Operations including signs.• Geometry: Pythagorean Theorem, concept and applications, Tri-dimensional Figures.• Customary and Metric Units of Measure: Conversions of units using decimals.

• Equations with Rationals: Concept, Practice and Solving Strategies using decimals.• Ratios and Proportions: Scale Drawings. Direct and Inverse Proportions and Graphics. Proportionality Constant. Tables. Situation Models. Simple Rule of Three. Inverse Rule of Three. Compound Rule of Three.•

RENAMING CUSTOMARY AND METRIC UNITS OF MEASURE

First Presentation: From July 15th to 21st

Using a map draw the journey’s routes most liked you have done.

Second Presentation: From August 5th to 12th Design a Scale Drawing according to one journey you liked most.

Final Project Presentation : From August 28th

to September 3rd Final presentation and oral support of the

Scale Drawing Design.