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September 23, 2005

GEO - Basic Concepts and Proofs Quiz - 10/3/05

Today we took a quiz on the first half of chapter 2.

Skills:
-recognize the need for clarity and concision in proofs
-explain and use the concept of perpendicularity
-recognize complementary and supplementary angles
-use complementary and supplementary angles in proofs, and word problems
-follow a five step procedure to draw logical conclusions
-prove angles congruent by using theorems about supplements and complements
-apply the addition properties of segments and angles
-apply the subtraction properties of segments and angles
-apply the multiplication and division properties of segments and angles

HW:
Quiz 2.1 - 2.5
Logic Puzzle - Dog Show

Georgia Standards:-GEO 3.5 Angles:Identify
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: Identify
-GEO 3.8 Angles: Understand
-GEO 3.10 Planes/Points/Lines:Recognize
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles: Identify
-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof:Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
-GEO 4.4 Planes/Points/Lines:Apply/Facts
-GEO 4.5 Theorems:Apply/State
-GEO 4.6 Congruence:Identify
-GEO 4.19 Lines/Angles:Identify/Use
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive: Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 7.2 Resoning:Recognize
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships:Problems
-GEO 7.4 Problem solving:Visualization
-GEO 3.2 Properties: State/Apply

Posted by Bowman at 04:02 PM

GEO - Basic Concepts and Proofs - 9/30/05

Today we discussed the multiplication and division properties. Knowing when to use these properties tends to be a challenging concept. Please use the hints on p.90 to help you as you practice these 2 properties. Help session on Monday at 8:15am.

Skills:
-apply the multiplication and division properties of segments and angles.

HW:
p.91-94 (1,5,9,11,12,14,15)
Quiz (2.1-2.5) on Monday Oct 3rd

Georgia Standards:-GEO 3.5 Angles:Identify
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: Identify
-GEO 3.8 Angles: Understand
-GEO 3.10 Planes/Points/Lines:Recognize
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles: Identify
-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof:Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
-GEO 4.4 Planes/Points/Lines:Apply/Facts
-GEO 4.5 Theorems:Apply/State
-GEO 4.6 Congruence:Identify
-GEO 4.19 Lines/Angles:Identify/Use
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive: Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 7.2 Resoning:Recognize
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships:Problems
-GEO 7.4 Problem solving:Visualization
-GEO 3.2 Properties: State/Apply

Posted by Bowman at 04:01 PM

GEO - Basic Concepts and Proofs 9/29/05

Today we talked about the addition and subtraction properties. Learning exactly when to use each one is very important. Use the two hints in the box on p.84 to help you as you practice these properties in proofs.

Skills:
-apply the addition properties of segments and angles
-apply the subtraction properties of segments and angles

HW:
p. 86-88 (4-12, 14-16)
Quiz (2.1 - 2.5) on Monday Oct 3

Georgia Standards:
-GEO 3.5 Angles:Identify
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: Identify
-GEO 3.8 Angles: Understand
-GEO 3.10 Planes/Points/Lines:Recognize
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles: Identify
-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof:Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
-GEO 4.4 Planes/Points/Lines:Apply/Facts
-GEO 4.5 Theorems:Apply/State
-GEO 4.6 Congruence:Identify
-GEO 4.19 Lines/Angles:Identify/Use
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive: Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 7.2 Resoning:Recognize
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships:Problems
-GEO 7.4 Problem solving:Visualization
-GEO 3.2 Properties: State/Apply

Posted by Bowman at 03:44 PM

GEO Basic Concepts and Proofs 9/28/05

Today we learned about congruent supplements and complements. We continued practicing our proofs.

Skills:
-prove angles congruent by using theorems about supplements and complements.

HW:
p.79-81 (8-11, 13-16, 18-21)

Georgia Standards:
-GEO 3.5 Angles:Identify
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: Identify
-GEO 3.8 Angles: Understand
-GEO 3.10 Planes/Points/Lines:Recognize
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles: Identify
-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof:Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
-GEO 4.4 Planes/Points/Lines:Apply/Facts
-GEO 4.5 Theorems:Apply/State
-GEO 4.6 Congruence:Identify
-GEO 4.19 Lines/Angles:Identify/Use
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive: Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 7.2 Resoning:Recognize
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships:Problems
-GEO 7.4 Problem solving:Visualization

Posted by Bowman at 03:29 PM

BAG Percents 10/3/05

Today we started Ch 3 (Percents). The new Assignment Guide was given out. Please see previous blog entry to download a copy of it. We discussed rate, ratio, proportion and percent. We completed a worksheet on converting ratios and rates. The Ch 2 Tests were returned today along with a ditto showing all of the problems, work and solutions.

Skills:
-express ratios as fractions in simplest form
-determine unit rates
-express ratios as percents
-express percents as ratios
-solve proportions

HW:
p. 106 (11-23 odd)
p. 109-110 (11-31 odd)
p. 113 (11-25 odd)

Georgia Standards:
MBAG 3.4 Computation: Mental/Methods
MBAG 4.5 Proportions: Solve/Missing Terms
MBAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
MBAG 1.1 Real Numbers: Compare
MBAG1.3 Real Numbers: Subsets
MBAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All

Posted by Bowman at 11:08 AM

BAG Percents Ch 3 Assignment Guide

Here is the assignment guide for Ch 3 on Percents. Download file

Posted by Bowman at 11:03 AM

September 19, 2005

BAG Integers and Equations TEST 9/30/05

Today we took the Ch 2 Quiz on Equations with Integers. We completed a logic puzzle afterward.

Skills:-graph points on the coordinate plane.
-name the ordered pair for the point graphed on the coordinate plane.
-solve one and two step equations with integers.
-solve equations by using the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of equality
-demonstrate the steps used to solve equations
-demonstrate how to check the solution
-solve equations using the distributive property
-solve equations with variables on both sides of the equation

HW:
Logic Puzzle (if not completed in class)

Georgia Standards:
-BAG 4.1 Symbols:Represent
-BAG 8.4 Coordinate Plane:Recognize/Plot
-BAG 4.4 Equations/Inequalities: Solve
-BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
-BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
-BAG 3.1 Operations: Rational Numbers
-BAG 3.4 Computation: Mental/Methods
-BAG 3.3 Order of Operations: Simplify

Posted by Bowman at 01:02 PM

BAG Integers and Equations 9/29/05

Today we continued to review equations for our Ch 2 Test tomorrow. Notebooks were graded today.


Skills:
-graph points on the coordinate plane.
-name the ordered pair for the point graphed on the coordinate plane.
-solve one and two step equations with integers.
-solve equations by using the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of equality
-demonstrate the steps used to solve equations
-demonstrate how to check the solution
-solve equations using the distributive property
-solve equations with variables on both sides of the equation

HW:
ws 78 (1-20 omit #3 and 20) Show all work and checking.
Ch 2 Test Wednesday

Georgia Standards:
-BAG 4.1 Symbols:Represent
-BAG 8.4 Coordinate Plane:Recognize/Plot
-BAG 4.4 Equations/Inequalities: Solve
-BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
-BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
-BAG 3.1 Operations: Rational Numbers
-BAG 3.4 Computation: Mental/Methods
-BAG 3.3 Order of Operations: Simplify

Posted by Bowman at 01:00 PM

BAG Integers and Equations 9/28/05

Today we reviewed all the equations we learned this chapter. They include one step, two step, distributive property, and variables on both sides of the equation. All of these equations involve integers somehow. Please study for your test which is on Friday.


Skills:
-graph points on the coordinate plane.
-name the ordered pair for the point graphed on the coordinate plane.
-solve one and two step equations with integers.
-solve equations by using the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of equality
-demonstrate the steps used to solve equations
-demonstrate how to check the solution
-solve equations using the distributive property
-solve equations with variables on both sides of the equation

HW:
ws 77
Notebook due Thursday
Test Friday

Georgia Standards:
-BAG 4.1 Symbols:Represent
-BAG 8.4 Coordinate Plane:Recognize/Plot
-BAG 4.4 Equations/Inequalities: Solve
-BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
-BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
-BAG 3.1 Operations: Rational Numbers
-BAG 3.4 Computation: Mental/Methods
-BAG 3.3 Order of Operations: Simplify

Posted by Bowman at 12:50 PM

September 15, 2005

BAG Integers and Equations 9/21/05

Today we continued practicing the Coordinate System on the ACTIVboard. We also reviewed equations with distributive property one more time.

Skills:
-graph points on the coordinate plane.
-name the ordered pair for the point graphed on the coordinate plane.

HW:
Corny Treats ws
Ch 2 Notebook due Tuesday 9/27/05
Ch 2 Test on Wednesday 9/28/05

Georgia Standards:
-BAG 4.1 Symbols:Represent
-BAG 8.4 Coordinate Plane:Recognize/Plot

Posted by Bowman at 01:26 PM

BAG Integers and Equations 9/20/05

Today we practiced using the Coordinate System on the ACTIVboard.

Skills:
-graph points on the coordinate plane.
-name the ordered pair for the point graphed on the coordinate plane.

HW:
wkbk 2-10 Practice (1-24 all)
Finish classwork from yesterday (distributive property equations on the worksheet A-46).
p. 648 (1-26 all) is optional for extra practice of integers
Ch 2 Notebook due Tuesday 9/27/05
Ch 2 Test on Wednesday 9/28/05

Georgia Standards:
-BAG 4.1 Symbols:Represent
-BAG 8.4 Coordinate Plane:Recognize/Plot

Posted by Bowman at 01:17 PM

BAG Accelerated Math 9/23/05

Today we participated in Accelerated Math - a computerized math program that allows students to work individually on the skills they need to improve on. There is no homework this weekend. Relax and have a great weekend.

Posted by Bowman at 01:16 PM

BAG Integers and Equations 9/22/05

Today we began working with equations having variables on both sides of the equation. This is a critical concept to understand since it is used frequently in Algebra I.


Skills:
-solve one and two step equations with integers.
-solve equations by using the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of equality
-demonstrate the steps used to solve equations
-demonstrate how to check the solution
-solve equations using the distributive property
-solve equations with variables on both sides of the equation

HW:
ws 75 (1-6) & 76 (1-12) Show all steps and checking! (due Monday)
Ch 2 Notebook due Tuesday 9/27/05
Ch 2 Test on Wednesday 9/28/05

Georgia Standards:
-BAG 4.4 Equations/Inequalities: Solve
-BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
-BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
-BAG 3.1 Operations: Rational Numbers
-BAG 3.4 Computation: Mental/Methods
-BAG 3.3 Order of Operations: Simplify

Posted by Bowman at 01:12 PM

BAG Integers and Equations 9/19/05

Today we used a self-check worksheet (ws A-46) to practice equations with integers, and distributive property. These equations are challenging and are very important to master. Keep working on them until you understand how to do each one. Remember - Ch 2 Test is Wednesday, Sept. 28th. Ask questions and get help if needed!

Skills:
-solve one and two step equations with integers.
-solve equations by using the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of equality
-demonstrate the steps used to solve equations
-demonstrate how to check the solution
-solve equations using the distributive property

HW:
Complete ws 17 "Solving 2-Step Equations with Integers".
Finish as many of the equations on ws A-46 as possible (we will do a few in class on Tuesday).

Georgia Standards:
-BAG 4.4 Equations/Inequalities: Solve
-BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
-BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
-BAG 3.1 Operations: Rational Numbers
-BAG 3.4 Computation: Mental/Methods
-BAG 3.3 Order of Operations: Simplify

Posted by Bowman at 12:45 PM

September 13, 2005

GEO - Basic Concepts and Proofs 9/23/05

Today we worked on drawing conclusions. This is an important concept for students to understand. It will really help with the organization of proofs.

Skills:
-follow a five step procedure to draw logical conclusions.

HW:
p.74-75 (1-4,8,10,11,13)

Georgia Standards:
-GEO 3.5 Angles:Identify
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: Identify
-GEO 3.8 Angles: Understand
-GEO 3.10 Planes/Points/Lines:Recognize
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles: Identify
-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof:Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
-GEO 4.4 Planes/Points/Lines:Apply/Facts
-GEO 4.5 Theorems:Apply/State
-GEO 4.6 Congruence:Identify
-GEO 4.19 Lines/Angles:Identify/Use
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive: Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 7.2 Resoning:Recognize
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships:Problems
-GEO 7.4 Problem solving:Visualization

Posted by Bowman at 08:42 AM

GEO- Basic Concepts and Proofs 9/22/05

Today we discussed complementary and supplementary angles. Ch 1 Test was returned.

Skills:
-recognize complementary and supplementary angles.
-use complementary and supplementary angles in proofs, and word problems.

HW:
p.69-71 (6-9,11-16,20-22,24)

Georgia Standards:
-GEO 3.5 Angles:Identify
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: Identify
-GEO 3.8 Angles: Understand
-GEO 3.10 Planes/Points/Lines:Recognize
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles: Identify
-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof:Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
-GEO 4.4 Planes/Points/Lines:Apply/Facts
-GEO 4.19 Lines/Angles:Identify/Use
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive: Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 7.2 Resoning:Recognize
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships:Problems
-GEO 7.4 Problem solving:Visualization

Posted by Bowman at 08:36 AM

GEO - Basic Concepts and Proofs 9/21/05

Today we started Ch 2. The lesson was on perpendicularity. We also finished our Ch 1 Test.

Skills:
-recognize the need for clarity and concision in proofs.
-explain and use the concept of perpendicularity.

HW:
p.64-65 (2-14)

Georgia Standards:
-GEO 3.10 Planes/Points/Lines:Recognize
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: Identify
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles: Identify
-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof:Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
-GEO 4.4 Planes/Points/Lines:Apply/Facts
-GEO 4.19 Lines/Angles:Identify/Use
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive: Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 7.2 Resoning:Recognize
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships:Problems
-GEO 7.4 Problem solving:Visualization

Posted by Bowman at 08:27 AM

GEO - Assignment Guide Ch 2 - Basic Concepts and Proofs

Here is the assignment guide for Ch 2. Download file

Posted by Bowman at 08:20 AM

September 12, 2005

GEO - Intro to Geometry Ch 1 Test 9/20/05

Today we took the Chapter 1 Test. No homework :)

Skills:
-identify trisection points and trisectors of segments.
-identify angle bisectors.
-identify angle trisectors.
-write paragraph proofs.
-write simple 2 column proofs.
-solve logic puzzles.
-recognize collinear and noncollinear points.
-recognize when a point can be said to be between 2 others.
-recognize that each side of a triangle is shorter than the sum of the other 2 sides.
-use triangle inequality rules.
-correctly interpret geometric designs.
-measure segments
-measure angles
-classify angles by size
-name the part of a diagram
-recognize congruent angles and segments
-recognize that geometry is based on a deductive structure
-identify undefined terms, postulates, and definitions
-know the characteristics of theorems and the ways i which they can be used
-recognize conditional statements
-recognize the negation, converse, inverse, and contrapositive of a statement
-use the chain rule to draw conclusions
-solve probability problems

Georgia Standards:
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: Identify
-GEO 3.8 Angles: Understand
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles: Identify
-GEO 4.4 Planes/Points/Lines: Apply/Facts
-GEO 4.19 Lines/Angles: Identify/Use
-GEO 7.2 Reasoning: Recognize
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships: Problems
-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof: Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
-GEO 4.5 Theorems: Apply/State
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive:Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 4.8 Triangles:Identify/Congruent
-GEO 3.5 Angles:Identify

Posted by Bowman at 03:12 PM

GEO - Intro to Geometry 9/19/05

Today we reviewed for our Chapter 1 Test today. The test is tomorrow. Help session Tuesday (9/20) from 8:15 - 8:45. Hint: Make sure your notebook is up to date.

Skills:
-identify trisection points and trisectors of segments.
-identify angle bisectors.
-identify angle trisectors.
-write paragraph proofs.
-write simple 2 column proofs.
-solve logic puzzles.
-recognize collinear and noncollinear points.
-recognize when a point can be said to be between 2 others.
-recognize that each side of a triangle is shorter than the sum of the other 2 sides.
-use triangle inequality rules.
-correctly interpret geometric designs.
-measure segments
-measure angles
-classify angles by size
-name the part of a diagram
-recognize congruent angles and segments
-recognize that geometry is based on a deductive structure
-identify undefined terms, postulates, and definitions
-know the characteristics of theorems and the ways i which they can be used
-recognize conditional statements
-recognize the negation, converse, inverse, and contrapositive of a statement
-use the chain rule to draw conclusions
-solve probability problems

HW:
p.55-58 (11,13-15,18,19,21c,22-25,28-33,35)

Georgia Standards:
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: Identify
-GEO 3.8 Angles: Understand
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles: Identify
-GEO 4.4 Planes/Points/Lines: Apply/Facts
-GEO 4.19 Lines/Angles: Identify/Use
-GEO 7.2 Reasoning: Recognize
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships: Problems
-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof: Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
-GEO 4.5 Theorems: Apply/State
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive:Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 4.8 Triangles:Identify/Congruent
-GEO 3.5 Angles:Identify

Posted by Bowman at 03:05 PM

September 08, 2005

GEO - Intro to Geometry 9/16/05

Today our class was cut short due to the 4 1/2 week block party. Our lesson for today is on probability and how it is used in geometry. Our assignment includes some review problems so we can begin preparing for our test next week. Here's a hint for the test - make sure your notebook "dictionary section" is up to date before Tuesday. Have a great weekend!

Skills:
-solve probability problems

HW:
p.51-52 (1-11, 15)
p.54-55 (1-10)
Ch 1 Test Tuesday 9/20

Georgia Standards:
- GEO 4.1 Reasoning:Apply/Formal/Informal

Posted by Bowman at 01:16 PM

GEO - Intro to Geometry 9/14/05

Today we discussed deductive and logical reasoning. We wrote down several definitions and took notes on chain of reasoning. If gremlins grow grapes then wizards move willows?!?

Skills:
-recognize that geometry is based on a deductive structure
-identify undefined terms, postulates, and definitions
-know the characteristics of theorems and the ways i which they can be used
-recognize conditional statements
-recognize the negation, converse, inverse, and contrapositive of a statement
-use the chain rule to draw conclusions

HW:
p. 42-43 (5,8,14)
p. 47-48 (3-5, 7-10)
Ch 1 Test Tues

Georgia Standards:
-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Deductive/Inductive
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive: Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 7.2 Reasoning: Recognize

Posted by Bowman at 01:05 PM

GEO - Intro to Geometry 9/12/05

Today we took a quiz on Ch 1. A logic puzzle was assigned - "Family at Home". Due to testing our next class will be on Wednesday, 9/14.

Skills:
-identify trisection points and trisectors of segments.
-identify angle bisectors.
-identify angle trisectors.
-write paragraph proofs.
-write simple 2 column proofs.
-solve logic puzzles.
-recognize collinear and noncollinear points.
-recognize when a point can be said to be between 2 others.
-recognize that each side of a triangle is shorter than the sum of the other 2 sides.
-use triangle inequality rules.
-correctly interpret geometric designs.
-measure segments
-measure angles
-classify angles by size
-name the part of a diagram
-recognize congruent angles and segments

HW:
Logic Puzzle - Family at Home

Georgia Standards:
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: Identify
-GEO 3.8 Angles: Understand
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles: Identify
-GEO 4.4 Planes/Points/Lines: Apply/Facts
-GEO 4.19 Lines/Angles: Identify/Use
-GEO 7.2 Reasoning: Recognize
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships: Problems
-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof: Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
-GEO 4.5 Theorems: Apply/State
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive:Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 4.8 Triangles:Identify/Congruent
-GEO 3.5 Angles:Identify

Posted by Bowman at 12:52 PM

September 07, 2005

BAG - Assignment Guide Ch2 - Integers and Equations

If you would like to see the new Assignment Guide (for Ch 2), please click the link hereDownload file.

Posted by Bowman at 08:37 PM

BAG - Accelerated Math 9/16/05

If you had my class today, we participated in Accelerated Math - a computerized math program that allows students to work individually on the skills they need to improve on. There is no homework this weekend. Relax and have a great weekend.

Posted by Bowman at 08:36 PM

BAG - Integers and Equations 9/14 &15

Today we continued working with equations with integers. We played Algebra Bingo to practice in class, and used the new Activ Board to show examples.

Skills:
-solve one and two step equations with integers.
-solve equations by using the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of equality
-demonstrate the steps used to solve equations
-demonstrate how to check the solution


HW:
wkbk 2-9 Practice (1-27 all)Show all work and checking.

Georgia Standards:
-BAG 4.4 Equations/Inequalities: Solve
-BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
-BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
-BAG 3.1 Operations: Rational Numbers
-BAG 3.4 Computation: Mental/Methods
-BAG 3.3 Order of Operations: Simplify

Posted by Bowman at 08:33 PM

BAG - Integers and Equations 9/12 & 13

Today we began working on Ch 2. (We have already worked with integers which are included on this chapter, so we will concentrate on equations.) We started with equations with integers. Chapter 1 Tests were returned.

Skills:
-solve one and two step equations with integers.

HW:
p. 88-89 5-31 odd, 35-38) Show all work and checking.

Georgia Standards:
-BAG 4.4 Equations/Inequalities: Solve
-BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
-BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
-BAG 3.1 Operations: Rational Numbers
-BAG 3.4 Computation: Mental/Methods
-BAG 3.3 Order of Operations: Simplify

Posted by Bowman at 08:20 PM

September 06, 2005

GEO - Intro to Geometry 9/9/05

Today we discussed paragraph proofs. We compared them to writing an English paper. Each proof should have an introduction, a body, and a conclusion.

Skills:
-write paragraph proofs.

HW:
p. 37-38 (1-4, 7-9)
Ch 1 Quiz Monday

Georgia Standards:-GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof: Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive

Posted by Bowman at 12:59 PM

GEO - Intro to Geometry 9/8/05

Today we discussed dividing segments and angles. We will have a quiz over Ch 1 on Monday.

Skills:-identify midpoints and bisectors of segments.
-identify trisection points and trisectors of segments.
-identify angle bisectors.
-identify angle trisectors.

HW:
p. 32-35 (1-7, 9-15, 18, 21)

Georgia Standards:-GEO 3.5 Angles:Identify
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: Identify
-GEO 3.8 Angles: Understand
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles: Identify
-GEO 4.4 Planes/Points/Lines: Apply/Facts
-GEO 4.19 Lines/Angles: Identify/Use
-GEO 7.2 Reasoning: Recognize
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships: Problems

Posted by Bowman at 12:49 PM

September 02, 2005

BAG Basics of Algebra 9/9/05

Today we took the Ch 1 Test. A logic puzzle was assigned (What's on the floor in the store?)

Skills:
-use critical thinking skills to solve logic puzzles
-solve equations by using the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of equality
-demonstrate the steps used to solve equations
-demonstrate how to check the solution
-evauate expressions including exponents
-convert expressions to exponents
-solve expressions by substituting values for variables
-solve expressions using the order of operations rules
-demonstrate the steps used to solve inequalities
-demonstrate how to check the solution
-convert written expressions and equations to algebraic expressions and equations
-solve 2 step equations
-demonstrate the steps used to solve 2 step equations
-use the distributive property to solve equations
-check solutions to 2 step equations
-graph inequalities on a number line.
-check solution to inequalities.

HW:
Logic Puzzle What's on the floor in the store?

Georgia Standards:
- MBAG 4.4 Equations/Inequalities: Solve.
- MBAG 3.3 Order of Operations: Simplify
- MBAG 4.3 Expressions: Substitution
- MBAG 4.2 Connecting: Translate/Phrases
- MBAG 3.5 Exponents: Evaluate
- MBAG 4.6 Inequalities:Write/Solve/Word Problems
- MBAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts:Explain

Posted by Bowman at 02:08 PM

BAG - Basics of Algebra 9/7/05 and 9/8/05

For 1st, 2nd, and 3rd periods we reviewed for the Ch 1 test today by playing Jeopardy. Here is a link to download the game if you'd like to practice at home. Download file Notebook is due on Thursday.


For 7th we will review for the test by playing Jeopardy tomorrow (Thurs 9/8). Notebook will be due tomorrow (9/8) also.

Skills:
-solve equations by using the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of equality
-demonstrate the steps used to solve equations
-demonstrate how to check the solution
-evauate expressions including exponents
-convert expressions to exponents
-solve expressions by substituting values for variables
-solve expressions using the order of operations rules
-demonstrate the steps used to solve inequalities
-demonstrate how to check the solution
-convert written expressions and equations to algebraic expressions and equations
-solve 2 step equations
-demonstrate the steps used to solve 2 step equations
-use the distributive property to solve equations
-check solutions to 2 step equations
-graph inequalities on a number line.
-check solution to inequalities.

HW:
p.49-50 (11-41, 44-47 all)
Notebook due Thursday for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
Ch 1 Test Friday

Georgia Standards:
- MBAG 4.4 Equations/Inequalities: Solve.
- MBAG 3.3 Order of Operations: Simplify
- MBAG 4.3 Expressions: Substitution
- MBAG 4.2 Connecting: Translate/Phrases
- MBAG 3.5 Exponents: Evaluate
- MBAG 4.6 Inequalities:Write/Solve/Word Problems
- MBAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts:Explain

Posted by Bowman at 02:04 PM

BAG - Basics of Algebra 9/6/05

Today we have worked on inequalities. We played a game called "Is that true?" The Ch 1 notebook is due on Thurs and the Ch 1 Test is on Fri. Study!!

Skills:-solve inequalities.
-graph inequalities on a number line.
-demonstrate the steps used to solve inequatalities.
-check solution to inequalities.

HW:
p.46 (13-29 odd) do not graph
wkbk 1-9 Practice (1-11 all and graph answers)
Notebook due on Thurs
Test Ch 1 on Fri

Georgia Standards:
-MBAG 4.4 Equations/Inequalities:Solve
-MBAG 4.6 Inequalities:Write/Solve/Word Problems
-MBAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts:Explain

Posted by Bowman at 01:50 PM

GEO - Intro to Geometry 9/6/05

Today we began learning about proofs. We worked on logic puzzles again. Our Ch 1 Assignment Guide has changed. See other blog entry.

Skills:-write simple 2 column proofs.
-solve logic puzzles.

HW:
p.26-27 (2-4, 7-14)
Quiz Ch 1 Monday 9/12

Georgia Standards:-GEO 4.1 Reasoning:Apply/Formal/Informal
-GEO 4.2 Proof: Recognize/Complete/Statement
-GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
-GEO 4.5 Theorems: Apply/State
-GEO 7.1 Inductive/Deductive:Prove/Conclusions
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships: Problems

Posted by Bowman at 01:42 PM

BAG Assignment Guide Revised Ch 1

Due to Cogat/ITBS testing that begins next week, the plans for Ch 1 have changed. Click here for an updated Assignment Guide. Download file

Posted by Bowman at 01:41 PM

GEO Assignment Guide Revision Ch 1

Due to Cogat/ITBS testing that begins next week, the plans for Ch 1 have changed. Click here for an updated Assignment Guide. Download file

Posted by Bowman at 01:35 PM

GEO - Intro to Geometry

Today we finfished Performance Series testing. We worked on lesson 1.3 - Collinearity and Betweeness. Have a great holiday!

Skills:-recognize collinear and noncollinear points.
-recognize when a point can be said to be between 2 others.
-recognize that each side of a triangle is shorter than the sum of the other 2 sides.
-use triangle inequality rules.
-correctly interpret geometric designs.

HW:
p. 20-22 (1-14)

Georgia Standards:
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms:Identify
-GEO 4.8 Triangles:Identify/Congruent
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships:Problems

Posted by Bowman at 01:24 PM

BAG - Accelerated Math 9/2/05

Today we participated in Accelerated Math - a computerized math program that allows students to work individually on the skills they need to improve on. There is no homework this weekend. Relax and have a great holiday.

Posted by Bowman at 01:22 PM

September 01, 2005

GEO - Intro to Geometry 9/1/05

Today we worked on lesson 1.2. We took notes in class.

Skills:

-measure segments
-measure angles
-classify angles by size
-name the part of a diagram
-recognize congruent angles and segments

HW:
p. 14-17 (1,2,4-8,9bd,10,11,13-18)

Georgia Standards:
-GEO 3.5 Angles:Identify
-GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms/Identify
-GEO 3.8 Angles:Understand
-GEO 3.9 Lines/Angles:Identify
-GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships:Problems

Posted by Bowman at 06:11 PM

BAG - Basics of Algebra 9/1/05

Today we worked with Two Step Equations. Students received their quiz from ch 1. We went over how to solve a logic puzzle using the table (grid).

Skills:
-solve 2 step equations
-use the distributive property to solve equations
-demonstrate the steps used to solve 2 step equations
-check solutions to 2 step equations

HW:

-p.35 (13-43 odd, omit 37)
-Check out www.hotmath.com You will need the password I gave out in class.
-Tomorrow is Accelerated Math - bring your silent reading book to class.
-Test Ch 1 Friday 9/9
-Notebook Due Thurs 9/8

Georgia Standards:
MBAG 4.4 Equations/Inequalities:Solve

Posted by Bowman at 06:00 PM

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