Syllabus for 8th Grade Mathematics
2014/2015
Your teachers are:
Units of Study:
Sydney Core: Mrs. Moe
Cairo Core:
Mr. Harrison
Moscow Core: Mrs. Del Cid
Title of the Unit
Data Analysis Modeling
Room: U133
Room: U130
Room: M195
Math Strand
Topic of Study
Linear analysis an linear data
Exponential Growth and Decay
Algebra/Data and Probability
Algebra/Geometry/Number
Sense
Algebra/Number Sense
Geometric Patterning
Geometry
Linear Equations and Systems
Algebra
Coordinate Models and Geometry
A Study of Right Triangles
Exponential functions and relationships
Symmetry, Transformations, Volume,
Surface Area
Linear Analysis
Colorado State Math Standards:
Number Sense and Operations (Colorado Math Standard 1)
Students learn the meaning and practice use of integers, irrational numbers, rates and scales.
Algebra (Colorado Math Standard 2)
Students focus on formulating and graphing equations and solving problems using
equations. These include linear relationships, exponential relationships, and decay
relationships.
Data and Probability (Colorado Math Standard 3)
Students collect and interpret data.
Geometry and Measurement (Colorado Math Standard 4)
Students find the surface area and volume of three-dimensional figures. Students learn and
use the Pythagorean theorem. Students study concepts of symmetry
Expectations:
 Come to class on time; be in your seat and be ready to learn.
 Participate in all activities and discussions in a positive and constructive way.
 Complete all assignments, both in-class work and homework.
 Maintain a positive and respectful attitude with everyone in our classroom family.
 Take good care of all materials; take care of your materials, and take care of the classroom materials.
Grading
This school year we will be grading using the MYP Math criterion; with these criterions, if you make an effort to
learn math you WILL pass this class.
Each Criterion is based on an 8-point Rubric.
Criterion A. Knowing and understanding
This objective requires students to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the concepts and skills of the four
branches in the prescribed framework (number, algebra, geometry and trigonometry, statistics and probability).
In order to reach the aims of mathematics, students should be able to:
i. select appropriate mathematics when solving problems in both familiar and unfamiliar situations
ii. apply the selected mathematics successfully when solving problems
iii. solve problems correctly in a variety of contexts.
Criterion B. Investigating patterns
Investigating patterns allows students to experience the excitement and satisfaction of mathematical discovery. Working
through investigations encourages students to become risk-takers, inquirers and critical thinkers. The ability to inquire is
invaluable in the MYP and contributes to lifelong learning.
In order to reach the aims of mathematics, students should be able to:
i. select and apply mathematical problem-solving techniques to discover complex patterns
ii. describe patterns as general rules consistent with findings
iii. prove, or verify and justify, general rules.
Criterion C. Communicating
Mathematics provides a powerful and universal language. Students are expected to use appropriate mathematical
language and different forms of representation when communicating mathematical ideas, reasoning and findings, both
orally and in writing.
In order to reach the aims of mathematics, students should be able to:
i. use appropriate mathematical language (notation, symbols and terminology) in both oral and written explanations
ii. use appropriate forms of mathematical representation to present information
iii. move between different forms of mathematical representation
iv. communicate complete, coherent and concise mathematical lines of reasoning
v. organize information using a logical structure.
Criterion D. Applying mathematics in real-life contexts
MYP mathematics encourages students to see mathematics as a tool for solving problems in an authentic real-life
context. Students are expected to transfer theoretical mathematical knowledge into real-world situations and apply
appropriate problem-solving strategies, draw valid conclusions and reflect upon their results.
In order to reach the aims of mathematics, students should be able to:
i. identify relevant elements of authentic real-life situations
ii. select appropriate mathematical strategies when solving authentic real-life situations
iii. apply the selected mathematical strategies successfully to reach a solution
iv. justify the degree of accuracy of a solution
v. justify whether a solution makes sense in the context of the authentic real-life situation.
Mid-Year and End-Year grades will be on a 7-point scale that runs from 1 to 7.