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January 31, 2007
Today we learned 3 new theorems about proportions.
Skills:
-apply 3 theorems frequently used to establish proportionality
HW:
p.354-355 (1-8)
Practice Test due Friday
Test Ch 8 Monday
Georgia Standards:
GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: State /Apply
GEO 4.5 Theorems: Apply/State
GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Informal/Informal
GEO 4.9 Similarity: Properties
GEO 4.22 Similarity: Triangles
GEO 7.2 Reasoning: Recognize
GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships: Problems
Posted by Bowman at 12:24 PM
Today we learned 3 new theorems about proportions.
Skills:
-apply 3 theorems frequently used to establish proportionality
HW:
p.354-355 (1-8)
Practice Test due Friday
Test Ch 8 Monday
Georgia Standards:
GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: State /Apply
GEO 4.5 Theorems: Apply/State
GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Informal/Informal
GEO 4.9 Similarity: Properties
GEO 4.22 Similarity: Triangles
GEO 7.2 Reasoning: Recognize
GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships: Problems
Posted by Bowman at 12:24 PM
Today we learned how to prove triangles are congruent.
Skills:
-verify congruent triangles by using SSS, ASA, SAS
HW:
p.212 (8-14, 17-18)
Vocab Quiz Friday
Georgia Standards:
MBAG 9.5 Angles: Find/Identify
MBAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
MBAG 9.2 Triangles: Problem Solving/Sum of Angles
MBAG 9.1 Congruence/Similarity: Properties
Posted by Bowman at 12:17 PM
Today we learned how to prove triangles are congruent.
Skills:
-verify congruent triangles by using SSS, ASA, SAS
HW:
p.212 (8-14, 17-18)
Vocab Quiz Friday
Georgia Standards:
MBAG 9.5 Angles: Find/Identify
MBAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
MBAG 9.2 Triangles: Problem Solving/Sum of Angles
MBAG 9.1 Congruence/Similarity: Properties
Posted by Bowman at 12:17 PM
January 30, 2007
Today we took our quiz on 8.1 to 8.4.
Skills:
-recognize and work with ratios
-recognize and work with proportions
-apply the product and ratio theorems
-calculate geometric mean
-identify characteristics of similar figures
-use several methods to prove that triangles are similar
-use the concept of similarity to establish the congruence of angles and the proportionality of segments
HW:
Logic Puzzle
Test Ch 8 Monday
Georgia Standards:
GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: State /Apply
GEO 4.5 Theorems: Apply/State
GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Informal/Informal
GEO 4.9 Similarity: Properties
GEO 4.22 Similarity: Triangles
GEO 7.2 Reasoning: Recognize
GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships: Problems
Posted by Bowman at 12:22 PM
Today we practiced finding the measures of angles using all the information we have learned so far.
Skills:
-find the measure of angles
HW:
-Angle Tangle
Vocab Quiz Friday
Posted by Bowman at 12:16 PM
January 29, 2007
Today we continued to work with congruence and proportions in similar triangles.
Skills:
-use the concept of similarity to establish the congruence of angles and the proportionality of segments
HW:
p. 348-350 (2,8,10-12, 14, 17, 20)
ws Practice 8.1 through 8.3
Quiz Tuesday (8.1 to 8.4)
Georgia Standards:
GEO 3.7 Geometric Terms: State /Apply
GEO 4.5 Theorems: Apply/State
GEO 4.3 Reasoning: Inductive/Deductive
GEO 4.1 Reasoning: Apply/Informal/Informal
GEO 4.9 Similarity: Properties
GEO 4.22 Similarity: Triangles
GEO 7.2 Reasoning: Recognize
GEO 7.3 Geometric Relationships: Problems
Posted by Bowman at 12:22 PM
Today we discussed how to classify quadrilaterals. We used a graphic organizer to help us understand all the characteristics.
Skills:
-classify quadrilaterals
HW:
p. 203 (4-19 omit 8)
Vocab Quiz Friday
Georgia Standards:
MBAG: 4.1 Symbols Recognize
MBAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
MBAG 8.1 Classify 2D & 3D by properties
Posted by Bowman at 12:16 PM
January 26, 2007
Today we participated in Accelerated Math. There is no homework.
Posted by Bowman at 02:01 PM
January 25, 2007
Today we worked on classifying triangles by their sides and their angles.
Skills:
- classify triangles by their angles
-classify triangles by their sides
-find measures of missing angles in triangles
HW:
p.198 (9-21, 25-27)
p. 611 Lesson 2-9 (1-21 odd Show all work!)
Georgia Standards:
MBAG 9.5 Angles: Find/Identify
MBAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
MBAG 9.2 Triangles: Problem Solving/Sum of Angles
Posted by Bowman at 02:00 PM
January 24, 2007
Today we discussed parallel lines and the angles formed with a transversal.
Skills:
-identify lines that are parallel
-identify types of angles formed by parallel lines and transversals
HW:
p. 191 (10-32 all omit 28)
Georgia Standards:
MBAG 9.5 Angles: Find/Identify
MBAG 9.6 Angles: Complementary/Supplementary
MBAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
Posted by Bowman at 02:00 PM
January 23, 2007
Today we continued practicing ratio and proportion.
HW:
p.330-331 (12-18, 20-22, 24-26)
Posted by Bowman at 03:15 PM
Here are the notes for 1/24/07 in case you are going on the band trip.
Here are the notes for 1/25/07.
Posted by Bowman at 12:28 PM
Today we are measuring and drawing angles.
HW:
ws - "Measuring Angles" : front side all; back side (1-4)
Picture due Thursday
Study Vocabulary
Posted by Bowman at 10:40 AM
January 22, 2007
Today we will discuss how to prove triangles are similar. Here are the notes for those of you on the band trip.
HW:
p. 341-342 (2,3,6-10)
Posted by Bowman at 03:21 PM
Today we started Ch 8 - Similar Polygons. We discussed ratio and proportion.
HW:
p. 329 - 330 (2,3ac,4,5,6ab,7-11)
Posted by Bowman at 03:15 PM
Today we started Ch 5. We took notes on all the basic vocabulary and some of the angles. Here are the notes from today.
Homework:
Create a Picture due Thursday
Posted by Bowman at 03:11 PM
Here is the Assignment Guide for Ch 5.
Posted by Bowman at 03:09 PM
Here is the assignment guide for Ch 8.
Posted by Bowman at 09:04 AM
January 19, 2007
Yes! We finally have a new printer, so we are able to do accelerated math! No homework this weekend. Enjoy!
Posted by Bowman at 02:30 PM
January 18, 2007
Today we took the Ch 9 Test. There is no homework.
Skills:
-find the square roots of perfect squares
-estimate square roots
-identify and classify numbers in the real number system
-use the pythagorean theorem
-use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems
HW:
none
Georgia Standards:
BAG 1.1 Real Numbers: Compare
BAG 1.3 Real Numbers: Subsets
BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
BAG 3.2 Real Numbers: Ordering
BAG 9.2 Triangles: Problem Solving
BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
Posted by Bowman at 12:16 PM
Today we took the Ch 9 Test. There is no homework.
Skills:
-find the square roots of perfect squares
-estimate square roots
-identify and classify numbers in the real number system
-use the pythagorean theorem
-use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems
HW:
none
Georgia Standards:
BAG 1.1 Real Numbers: Compare
BAG 1.3 Real Numbers: Subsets
BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
BAG 3.2 Real Numbers: Ordering
BAG 9.2 Triangles: Problem Solving
BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
Posted by Bowman at 12:16 PM
January 16, 2007
Today we reviewed Ch 9.
Skills:
-find the square roots of perfect squares
-estimate square roots
-identify and classify numbers in the real number system
-use the pythagorean theorem
-use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems
HW:
p.630 9-1 (evens), 9-2(evens), 9-3(1-5), 9-4(1-14), 9-5(1-3)
Test Thursday
Georgia Standards:
BAG 1.1 Real Numbers: Compare
BAG 1.3 Real Numbers: Subsets
BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
BAG 3.2 Real Numbers: Ordering
BAG 9.2 Triangles: Problem Solving
BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
Posted by Bowman at 11:01 AM
This week we will finish transformations.
Skills:
-identify the three basic transformations in a plane
-use transformations to identify patterns and their properties in real life
-use properties of reflections
-relate to reflections and line symmetry
-use properties of rotations
-relate to rotations and rotational symmetry
-use properties of translations
-use translations to solve real-life problems
-use properties of glide reflections
-use compositions of transformations
Schedule:
Tuesday Review ws
Wednesday no class
Thursday practice quizzes
Friday Test on Transformations
Georgia Standards:
GEO 4.30 Transformations:Dilations
GEO 4.31 Transformations:Examine/Apply
GEO 4.32 Transformations:Use
Posted by Bowman at 11:00 AM
January 11, 2007
Today we practiced using the pythagorean theorem in real-life situations.
Skills:
-use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems
HW:
p.394 Mid Chp Test (1-10)
wkbk 9-5 Study Guide (1-3) and Practice (1-9)
Test Thursday 1/18
Georgia Standards:
BAG 1.1 Real Numbers: Compare
BAG 1.3 Real Numbers: Subsets
BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
BAG 3.2 Real Numbers: Ordering
BAG 9.2 Triangles: Problem Solving
BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
Posted by Bowman at 10:52 AM
January 10, 2007
Today we learned the pythagorean theorem.
Skills:
-use the pythagorean theorem
HW:
p.400 (11-29 all, 34-37)
Georgia Standards:
BAG 1.1 Real Numbers: Compare
BAG 1.3 Real Numbers: Subsets
BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
BAG 3.2 Real Numbers: Ordering
BAG 9.2 Triangles: Problem Solving
BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
Posted by Bowman at 10:51 AM
January 09, 2007
Today we estimated square roots to the nearest whole number, and discussed real numbers.
Skills:
-estimate square roots
-identify and classify numbers in the real number system
HW:
wkbk 9-2 Practice (1-24 all)
wkbk 9-3 Practice (1-9 all)
Georgia Standards:
BAG 1.1 Real Numbers: Compare
BAG 1.3 Real Numbers: Subsets
BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
BAG 3.2 Real Numbers: Ordering
BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
Posted by Bowman at 10:50 AM
January 08, 2007
Posted by Bowman at 10:49 AM
Today we started Chp 9. We discussed how to find the square root of a number. We worked with perfect squares, fractions and decimals. Students should memorize the perfect squares of the numbers 1-20 and 25.
Skills:
-find the square roots of perfect squares
HW:
ws 21 - Square Roots
wkbk 9-1 Practice
Georgia Standards:
BAG 1.1 Real Numbers: Compare
BAG 1.3 Real Numbers: Subsets
BAG 2.2 Real Number Properties: All
BAG 3.2 Real Numbers: Ordering
BAG 13.2 Mathematical Concepts: Explain
Posted by Bowman at 10:48 AM
During these two weeks, we will be working on an independent study packet on Transformations. Students will work at their own pace on Lessons 7.1 to 7.5. Please note: these lessons are in an alternate textbook. See timeline below.
Skills:
-identify the three basic transformations in a plane
-use transformations to identify patterns and their properties in real life
-use properties of reflections
-relate to reflections and line symmetry
-use properties of rotations
-relate to rotations and rotational symmetry
-use properties of translations
-use translations to solve real-life problems
-use properties of glide reflections
-use compositions of transformations
Timeline:
Monday, Jan 8th to Friday, Jan 12th - Work individually on packet
Friday Jan 8th - Packet due by the end of class
Tuesday, Jan 15th - Review
Wednesday Jan 16th - Writing Assessment Test
Thursday Jan 17th - Review
Friday, Jan 18th - Test on Transformations
Georgia Standards:
GEO 4.30 Transformations:Dilations
GEO 4.31 Transformations:Examine/Apply
GEO 4.32 Transformations:Use
Posted by Bowman at 10:46 AM
