Graphing Linear Inequalities

This is a heavily tested concept on the CST and one that we will spend a lot of time on. Additionally, this topic requires students to fully understand how to graph. So, if you are not doing well in graphing (which most of you are but a few are still getting confused) then I suggest going to Khan Academy (just google it) and under Algebra there are many videos regarding slope, finding intercepts, and graphing linear equations.

Now, I would like for you to preview a couple short videos:
Video One

Video Two

Video Three

Science and Algebra Projects

I am soooo impressed by the science projects I have seen so far. I am going to ask permission from a couple students to post their unbelievable videos on this website. I am just so proud. Also, our math projects were very good. Most students seem to understand graphing linear equations. Way to go!!!

It's Crunch Time!!!

FYI...we only have about 2 1/2 weeks until the end of the quarter. We are also doing benchmark assessments on December 13th and 14th. So, it is very important that everyone comes to school each day and is ready to learn. All assignments must be turned in by the 9th for credit. The benchmark will count for a grade in science and algebra.

Solving Systems of linear equations

Solving systems of linear equations can be done by graphing, substitution, and combinations. View the 3 videos from Math Dude under Unit4:

http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/itv/mathdude/MD_Algebra1_4-1.shtm

Chapter 6 Review and Vocabulary

For Chapter 6, I hope you will remember our YMCA version of "It's fun to graph with Y = MX + B"...that was so nerdy you can't get that out of your head.

Also, when I say......you think....
When I say slope...you think Rise over Run.
When I say m...you think slope.
When I say rate of change...you think slope.
When I say Y-Intercept...you think "b".
When I say constant...you think Y-intercept.
When I say undefined...you think vertical line.
When I say no slope...you think flat surface horizontal line.
When I say "Given a point and a slope"...you think Point-Slope form.
When I say "Given a slope and the y-intercept"...you think Slope-Intercept form.
When I say slope formula...you think...Y two minus Y one over X two minus X one.
When I say test...you say...BRING IT ON!

Parallel Lines, Chapter 6

Also, if you go to Khan Academy you can find several videos on Parallel and Perpendicular lines!

Chapter 6, Point Slope and Standard Form

Chapter 6, Convert to Slope Intercept form

Graphing using Slope Intercept Form

Nov. 8th

Today we participated in Math stations where students explored how the various slopes change to look of a linear graph. As a result, the students concluded that a slope with a higher numerator than denominator results in a steeper line versus one that has a greater denominator will result in a flatter line. Another, station experimented with y-intercepts and the other dealt with parallel and perpendicular lines.

Our homework is a worksheet that dealt with linear equations.

Learning Upgrade

This week, we will be beginning Learning Upgrade which is an application some of you used in 7th grade math. This year you will have an account for Algebra 1. We will be going to the computer lab each Friday and some Wednesdays. Also, this program can be accessed from home with your login information. There are 60 lessons in our program and the first 20 have already been covered in class. However, you will have to start with lesson 1 and work your way up. This will serve as a great review of material we have already covered. You will complete 1, sometimes 2, lessons each day. I will be assigning you the lessons and you will work to complete them until you earn a gold certificate which is when you reach 100 points indicating you have mastered the content. Our goal is for you to earn a gold certificate for all 60 lessons prior to the CST. We will take our CSTs in the 1st week of May so we have to get moving!

Tell me what you think!

Thank you!

Today, I was out doing classroom observations and I was so thrilled when my favorite substitute reported that my 2 groups were wonderful. She had a great day and I could not be more proud of all of you!!!! Thank you for being so kind...and I missed you today:)

Mrs. T

Quiz 11/3/2011

For my students who check in regularly, you will have the insider information. We are having a quiz on chapter 6 lessons 1-4. I hope you study hard and get an amazing grade!

Have a great evening!
Mrs. T