MPM2D
Learning Goal Checklist
2013
Unit #3 – Quadratic Expressions
1. Read over the following learning goals and rate yourself from 1 to 4 on how well you feel
you can satisfy each one. 1 means you do not understand the statement, 2 means you are
confident you achieve the goal 50% of the time, 3 means you are confident you achieve
the goal 75% of the time 4 means you are confident you can accomplish the goal 90-100%
of the time.
2. Using the learning goals below, create a unit overview to help you study for the upcoming
test and later for the final exam.
 A study note is best written in a logical manner from the earliest concept to the latest
concept.
 Define and explain the concept. Then provide and guided example.
o This is an example that has explanation to why each set is being done and
how each step relates to the concept.
Learning Goal
Terminology
I can recognize and distinguish a term, a
coefficient, a leading coefficient, a constant, a
variable an exponent, a binomial, a trinomial,
and polynomial
I can recognize a quadratic in standard form
and in factored form
Distribution and Binomials
I can properly use the distributive property and
understand that only like terms multiply
I can quickly multiply two binomials
I can quickly expand a binomial that is
squared such as
( x  2)2
I will never make the mistake below and can
explain why it is wrong!!!
( x  2)2  x 2  4
Common Factoring
I understand that common factoring is a type
of factoring.
I can successfully common factor the greatest
common coefficient and greatest common
variable from each term in a polynomial
I am able to describe the connection between
common factoring and distribution
Factoring a Simple Trinomial
I can distinguish between a simple and
complex trinomial
I am able to quickly factor a simple trinomial
I can recognize when a simple trinomial is NOT
factorable
I look for and am able to common factor a
leading coefficient of trinomial so simple
factoring can be used
Factoring a Complex Trinomial
I can factor a complex trinomial
I understand and can describe the difference
between complex factoring and simple
factoring
Special Factoring
I can properly identify a difference of squares
and a perfect square
I am able to factor a difference of squares
without and with coefficients
I am able to factor a perfect square without
and with a leading coefficient
Combining Factoring Types
I can combine common factoring with other
forms of factoring
Check off your current level of
understanding
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