MS Pre-Algebra A
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Course Description
MS Pre-Algebra A is the first of two courses designed to prepare the student for more
advanced work in Algebra I. The basic concepts of arithmetic and the practical
applications of mathematics are used to focus on integers, equations and inequalities,
factors and exponents, fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions, and percents. The
course offers graphics, explanations, and practice exercises before formative
assessments.
Course Objectives
When you finish this course, you will be able to:
 Perform basic functions involving integers
 Solve equations and application problems using basic functions
 Factor integers
 Simplify fractions
 Solve expressions involving exponents or rational numbers
 Use ratios and proportions to solve problems
Course Assignment Values
Assignment Type
Points
Possible
Weight
15 Assignments
75 pts
40%
2 Discussions
10 pts
5%
6 Unit Tests
60 pts
32%
1 Midterm Exam
18 pts
10%
1 Final Exam
25 pts
13%
188 pts
100%
COURSE TOTALS
Suggested Course Schedule
The suggested time frame shown below is based on learning sessions. A learning
session is a 45-minute period of time. This course should take approximately 90
learning sessions to complete, but this schedule is just a suggestion. You may work on
each unit at your own pace, completing as many learning sessions as you’d like in one
sitting. However, keep in mind that you must finish the entire course within the time
specified by your school district.
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Learning
Session
1 - 15
16 - 30
31 - 40
41 - 45
46 - 55
Content Covered
Unit 1: Expressions and Integers
Upon completion of this unit, you will be able to identify numerical and
variable expressions, identify and use powers, evaluate expressions
using order of operations, compare and order integers, find opposites of
integers, find absolute values of integers, perform basic operations on
integers, and identify and graph points on the coordinate plane. You will
also learn the sets which make up the real numbers and be able to
identify which sets specific numbers belong to. You will also learn to
recognize repeating decimals and the fractions they equal when doing
computations on a scientific calculator.
In this unit, there will be:
4 Assignments
20 pts
1 Unit Test
10 pts
Unit 2: Equations and Inequalities
In this unit, you will learn to identify properties of addition and
multiplication, use the distributive property, solve equations by adding,
subtracting, multiplying, or dividing, write sentences as equations, and
write and solve equations from application problems.
In this unit, there will be:
3 Assignments
15 pts
1 Unit Test
10 pts
Unit 3: Decimals
In this unit, you will compare decimals using inequality symbols, round
decimals, perform arithmetic operations with decimals, calculate unit
cost, and convert units of measure within the metric system.
In this unit, there will be:
2 Assignments
10 pts
1 Unit Test
10 pts
MS Pre-Algebra A Midterm Exam 18 pts
Unit 4: Factors and Exponents
In this unit, you will find factors for given numbers, write expressions as
exponents, factor composite numbers, find the greatest common factor of
two or more numbers, simplify fractions, multiply and divide expressions
with exponents, evaluate expressions with negative and zero exponents,
and perform operations using scientific notation.
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56 - 70
71 - 85
In this unit, there will be:
2 Assignments
10 pts
1 Discussion
5 pts
1 Unit Test
10 pts
Unit 5: Fractions
Working with fractions, you will find least common multiples, compare
and order fractions, perform arithmetic operations with fractions, convert
fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions, solve equations involving
fractions, and convert units of measurement. You will also locate these
numbers on a number line and write inequality statements using them.
In this unit, there will be:
2 Assignments
10 pts
1 Unit Test
10 pts
Unit 6: Ratios, Proportions, and Percents
When you finish this unit, you will be able to write ratios in simplest form,
convert decimals, fractions, and percents, find the percent of a number,
write ratios and proportions to solve application problems, and find
unknown lengths and areas in similar figures. You will also identify direct
and inverse relationships and use them to solve application problems,
determine the reasonableness of your solutions, and use conversion
factors to find equivalent lengths, weights, and capacities in different
units and measurement systems.
86 - 90
In this unit, there will be:
2 Assignments
10 pts
1 Discussion
5 pts
1 Unit Test
10 pts
MS Pre-Algebra A Final Exam 25 pts
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Disability Statement
If you have a disability or condition that may affect your ability to succeed in this course,
please contact your teacher. It’s important that you discuss the problem with him or her
so accommodations may be made to give you every opportunity to perform well. Your
teacher and virtual school program coordinators are committed to helping students with
disabilities succeed, and every request will be treated with respect and confidentiality.
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