Math 8
Periods 5 & 6
January 4 - 8, 2016
Objectives: The students will
 Improve fluency and accuracy of basic calculations
 Solve problems using the four-step plan
 Be introduced to vocabulary and notations pertaining to
linear equations
 Use order of operations rules to simplify expressions
 Identify expressions and identify properties
Module 4: Linear Equations
Expressions and Equations (EE)
Analyze and solve linear equations and pairs of simultaneous linear equations.
Enduring Understandings
• Linear functions have a constant rate of change, defined as its slope.
• Proportional relationships are linear.
• A function has exactly one output for every input.
• A linear function can be recognized from its form, y = mx + b.
Essential Questions:
• What is the difference between a linear and non-linear function?
• What are the properties of a linear function?
• What is an example of a non-linear function?
Focus Standards:
 8.EE.C.7. Solve linear equations in one variable.
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Give examples of linear equations in one variable with one solution, infinitely many solutions, or no solutions. Show which
of these possibilities is the case by successively transforming the given equation into simpler forms, until an equivalent
equation of the form x = a, a = a, or a = b results (where a and b are different numbers).
b. Solve linear equations with rational number coefficients, including equations whose solutions require expanding
expressions using the distributive property and collecting like terms.
Mathematical Practices
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8.MP.1. Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.
8.MP.2. Reason abstractly and quantitatively.
8.MP.3. Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others.
8.MP.4. Model with mathematics.
8.MP.7. Look for and make use of structure.
Class Work
Monday
January 4
1. Fill in Agenda
2. Get Ready for “Algebra: Integers, Expressions, & Equations”
o P. 23, Chapter 1 Quick Check/Quick Review
Tuesday
January 5
1. Sprint
2. Lesson 1-1, “A Plan for Problem Solving,” Mini Lab
3. Read and discuss the four-step plan to solve a problem
(Understand, Plan, Solve, Check)
4. Interactive notes with Noteables 1-1 “A Plan for Problem
Solving”
5. Check Your Progress, a & b.
Homework
Complete class work
1-1 SGI/Skills Practice
as directed
Wednesday
January 6
1. Check homework/review as necessary
2. Lesson 1-2 “Variables, Expressions, and Properties,” Mini-Lab
3. Review Order of Operations rules
4. Interactive notes with Noteables 1-2
5. Evaluate algebraic expressions using Order/Op rules
Check Your Progress, a-c, p. 30
1-2 SGI
Thursday
January 7
1. Warm-Up: Review evaluating algebraic expressions
2. Lesson 1-2 “Variables, Expressions, and Properties,” cont.
o Evaluate algebraic fractions using order of operations rules
o Check Your Progress, d-f, p. 30
1-2 Skills Practice
Friday
January 8
1. Order of Operations practice
Early Release
Staff Development
No Homework