Grade 7 Mathematics
Course Overview
Course Title: Grade 7 Mathematics
Instructor: Mr. Knight
Contact information: Woodrow Wilson Middle School phone 347-8594 Ext. 3202
Email knightm@mps1.org
Description: The 7th grade mathematics course of study includes integers, solving one-step
equations, exponents, operations with fractions, patterns and rules, graphing in the coordinate
plane, ratios and proportions, percents, geometry, circumference and area, volume, probability,
and statistics.
Learner Outcomes:
 Use integers to solve problems
 Solve one-step equations
 Use algebraic skills to describe real-world situations numerically, symbolically, and
graphically
 Use fractions to solve problems
 Graph points in the coordinate plane
 Solve problems with proportions and percents
 Classify geometric shapes
 Find circumference, area, and volume
 Collect, organize, display, and analyze data
In addition, the 7th grade advanced level mathematics course of study includes:
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Solving two-step equations
Writing equations
Solving equations containing fractions
Graphing functions
Identifying and drawing 3-dimensional figures
Exploring strategies for solving logic puzzles
Drawing scatter plots
Activities:
 Daily homework assignments based on concepts learned in class
 Notebook, neatly kept, including table of contents, class notes, sample problems, completed
homework assignments, and all class work to be submitted and graded for accuracy and
completeness with each unit test.
 Various class activities, including individual and group work, internet research, and long-term
projects.
 Performance tasks requiring you to solve mathematical problems in situations similar to reallife
Grading:
You will receive a letter grade at the end of each quarter. The grade will reflect your performance
in these areas:
 Tests
40%
 Homework
30%
 Notebook
20%
Preparation
10%
Course procedures: You can expect me to treat you courteously and respectfully, be available
for extra help, be well-prepared for class, hold high expectations for you, return your work in a
timely manner, be ready to begin class promptly, and show a sense of humor.
In turn, I will expect you to treat others with courtesy and respect, be well-prepared for class,
participate in class activities, complete assignments, hold high expectations for me, submit work
in a timely manner, be ready to begin class promptly, keep trying, ask for help when you need it,
and have a sense of humor.
Absences: It is your responsibility to get class notes and homework assignments when you
are absent from class. You will, of course, be given additional time to complete your homework
assignment—one extra day for each day absent. If you are absent on the day of a test, you will
take the test on the day you return. Remember, saying “I wasn’t here” is not an excuse.
Extra help: Extra help is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school. Please make an
appointment a day in advance if you want extra help.
Resources:
 Primary text:
 Additional texts
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Technology
Prentice Hall Mathematics, Course 2
Practice Workbook for Prentice Hall Mathematics, Course 2
Middletown Schools Grade 7 Performance Tasks
TI-83 graphing calculator
Geometer’s Sketchpad software
Internet Explorer
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Website:
You can get announcements, notebook table of contents, homework assignments, and links to
interesting and helpful math web sites by going to http://www.middletownschools.org and
clicking on Our Schools. Choose Woodrow Wilson from the list of schools, then select 7A from
the Department menu and click on Search. The link will appear next to Mr. Knight's name.