Monday, June 1- Friday, June 6

This week's Learning Targets:
I find the theoretical probability
I find an experimental probability 
I can compare theoretical and experimental probability
I can identity: event, outcome, favorable outcome
I can find the probability of compound events
I can find the probability of independent events
I can find the probability of dependent events
I can use multiple samples to make an inference about a population
    

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Sundae Bonus Problem:

Monday, May 26- Friday, May 30, 2014

Tuesday, May 27, 2014 

GeoCity Project is Due at the end of the hour!

Learning Target:
I can demonstrate my understanding of geometric vocabulary by designing and drawing a geocity map/creature that incorporates the geometric terms from Chapters 7 and 8.


In class:
1) Finish the GeoProject
2) Take Chapter 10 Pre-Test

We will be starting Chapter 10 tomorrow-  Please take the pre-test and tell Mrs. White your score:)
Only do the multiple choice


Chapter 10 Pre-Test

3) Watch the Chapter 10. 1 Videos and take notes
Wednesday, May 28, 2014 

Go to :

http://www.mathgoodies.com/lessons/vol6/intro_probability.html
Define the vocabulary on the handout



Friday, May 30, 2014


In Class:
Students took Grade 8 Delta Test


CLICK ON THIS FOR THE DELTA TEST! LAST ONE!!! 

Try Some Online Probability Resources:

http://www.softschools.com/math/probability_and_statistics/probability_games/

http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/gamesactivities/math/probability.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks2/maths/data/probability/play/

Rolling Dice

http://jmathpage.com/JIMSProbabilitypage.html

http://mathflix.luc.edu/NCTM_cat/DataAnalysis/Probability/030102/ProbabilityandYou/index.html

http://www.free-training-tutorial.com/probability-games.html


Learning Targets for the remainder of the year:

Chapter 10 Probability and Statistics- Checklist
Sections	Learning Targets	Common Core
Lesson 10.1 Outcomes and Events	I can identify outcomes. I can count outcomes. I can find the favorable outcomes.	7.SP.5
Lesson 10.2 Probability	I can describe the likelihood of an event. I can find probability of an event. I can use probability to make a decision.	7.SP.5, 7.SP.7a
Lesson 10.3 Experimental and Theoretical Probability	I can find an experimental probability. I can make a prediction based on experiemental probability. I can find a theoretical probability. I can use theoretical probability to make a prediction. I can compare experimental and theoretical probability.	7.SP.5 ★, 7.SP.6 ★, 7.SP.7a, 7.SP.7b ★
Lesson 10.4 Compound Events	I can find a sample space. I can find the total number of possible outcomes. I can find the probability of a compound event.	7.SP.8a, 7.SP.8b
Lesson 10.5 Independent and Dependent Events	I can find the probability of independent events. I can find the probability of dependent events. I can find the probability of compound events.	7.SP.8a, 7.SP.8b, 7.SP.8c ★
Extension 10.5 Simulations	I can design a simulation. I can use a simulation to generate frequencies for compound events. I can use a spreadsheet to simulate outcomes.	7.SP.8a, 7.SP.8b, 7.SP.8c ★

Monday, May 19- Friday, May 23

Learning Targets:
I can calculate the area and perimeter of composite figures

In class:
Students worked on problems calculating the area & perimeter of composite figures

Homework:
Worksheet 8.4 Practice B problems:  1, 2, 4, 5

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Learning Targets:
I can calculate the area and perimeter of composite figures

In class:
8.2/8.4 Mini Quiz

Homework:
Make a "sketch" of your proposed GeoCity or GeoCreature (Most students did this in class and started their project)


Wednesday, May 21- Friday, May 23, 2014 

In class work time for the GeoCity Project

Learning Target:
I can demonstrate my understanding of geometric vocabulary by designing and drawing a geocity map/creature that incorporates the geometric terms from Chapters 7 and 8.

This project is a 30 point TEST grade!- 

DUE DATE:

The project needs to be completed and ready to grade by the 

END OF CLASS on FRIDAY, MAY 23 2014

In Class:
Students will be given work time to complete the GeoCity or GeoCreature Project.
The project may be any of the following:

GeoCity (Map- Birds eye view)
GeoCity  (Skyline)
GeoCreature/Monster



PROJECT RUBRIC/CHECKLIST

PROJECT EXAMPLES:

Monday, May 12- Friday, May 16

Monday, May 12, 2014

In class: 
Quadrilateral Scale FactorScale Stations
Students moved about the room
Students measured distances on maps, lengths of models and used this to solve problems relating to scale and scale factor.


Homework
Finish any problems you didn't get to--- see the problems listed below:

BONUS PROBLEMS: 

Choose 1 or more.... 

You must show work and solve correctly to win!

1)  1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88
Model: 8 inches    Actual Car is 202 in
What is the SCALE FACTOR of the model?   1:_____

2) Godzilla Movie
You have been hired to create a 1:500 scale model of the Empire State Building for the Godzilla movie.    
How tall should your model be?  (give your answer feet and inches)









3) Seattle Space Needle-
Lego created a 1:835 scale model of the Seattle Space Needle.  The model is 8.7 inches tall.

Using this information, calculate the actual height of the Seattle Space Needle.

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

In class: 
Finished the Quadrilateral Scale FactorScale Stations
Students moved about the room
Students measured distances on maps, lengths of models and used this to solve problems relating to scale and scale factor.

5 Pointer Quiz
Introduced area and circumference of circle

Homework
None- some students chose to work ahead.

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

In class:  
Reviewed vocabulary introduced yesterday:  area, circumference, diameter, radius
Students moved about the room solving area and circumference problems
Introduced area and circumference of circle

Homework
8.4 Enrichment Sheet- Composite Figures
Pick 5 (1st hour)
Pick 3 (2nd, 5th, 6th hours)

BONUS PROBLEM: 

You must show work and solve correctly to win!

Monday, May 5- Friday, May 9th

Monday, May 6, 2014

7.4 Drawing Quadrilaterals
Quadrilateral Cartoon
Students needed to draw 5 different quadrilaterals and find the sum of the interior angles

Finish Homework:
Quadrilateral Cartoon OR 
pg 286-287 problems 5-23 odd # only 

Tuesday, May 6, 2014
7.4 Classifying Quadrilateral Notes (Many students are NOT writing down the notes completely!)

Notes are below: if you missed something-- 
please add it to your notes!!

In class work time:

• Practice Drawing Quadrilaterals
• Practice Solving for x angle in quadrilaterals
• pg 296 problems 10-12 (solve for the missing angle)
• pg 297 problems 14-16 (write the description, draw and label the quadrilateral)

Homework:
problems above are due at the next class period!!!  1st & 2nd hours (TOMORROW)
5&6 Hours --- due THURSDAY


Wednesday, May 7, 2014
 1/2 day- 1st-3rd hours only

5th & 6th hours will not have math class today
Work from Tuesday's class is due on Thursday

 Chapter 8 packets are available for students ready to work ahead


Thursday, May 8, 2014
In Class:

Notes 7.5 Scale Drawings-(BE SURE TO COPY ALL THE NOTES COMPLETELY)
In class work time to work on homework
 Delta Screener Review-


Homework:
Choose 1 of the Math Puzzles and try to complete it. Stretch your brain!
pages 303-304 problems 1-23 odd # only
Work MUST be shown for all problems

Friday, May 9, 2014
In Class:Delta Screener on the iPads (deadline is today not 5/19)
7.5 Scale & Scale Factor Notes (5th/6th hours)

Scale Factor Practice Problems
Worksheet 7.5 Practice A
#1 parts a, b, c
#2 through 5

Other: Chapter 8 Packets are available for students wanting to work ahead.
Watch the videos, take notes and complete the practice problems listed below for each section.
          

April 28- May 2

*** I am OUT of protractors & compasses and will try to have more available on Monday***

Important:

 Students need their own :

protractor

compass

calculator

 pencil & lined paper:

Monday, April 28, 2014

• 7.1 Adjacent & Vertical Angle Notes
• At least 20 minutes of in class work time! 

Finish Homework:
pg 274-275 problems 5-25 odd # only


Tuesday, April 29, 2014

• 7.2 Complementary and Supplementary Angles Notes
• 20 minutes of in class work time!

Finish Homework:
pg 280 & 281 problems: 5-21 odd # only


Wednesday, April 30, 2014

• 7.3 Triangles Notes- Constructing Triangles
• How to use the protractor to draw a triangle.
• In class work time

Finish Homework:
REDUCED TO pg 286-287 problems 3-19 ODD only


Thursday, May 1, 2014

• 7.3 Extension  Triangles Notes- Sum of Interior angles are 180 degrees
• In class work time

Homework:
REDUCED TO pg 288& 289 problems 5-13 ODD # only


Friday, May 2, 2014
Students needed more practice solving for a missing angle
 ** ABSENT STUDENTS pick up the Naming Triangle Notes & complete the 10 Stations Problems**)

In Class:
1st hour: 
Many students took the Quiz #1 7.1-7.3

2nd-6th hours:
a) Notes: 
How to Name/Classify a Triangle (first name = relates to angles,  last name = relates to sides)
b) Missing Angle Stations:
Problems involving missing angles were posted in Room 45
Students moved around the room to solve the problems (1-10)
Students then selected (2) challenge problems to demonstrate solving for an unknown angle using a 1 step and 2 step equation.
 c) Reviewed and Answered Questions about station problems


Homework:
PLEASE!! be sure ALL homework for 7.1 through 7.3 Extension is completed

QUIZ #1 is MONDAY, MAY 12!!!!

You should be able to:

• IDENTIFY adjacent, vertical, complementary and supplementary angles
• SOLVE for a missing angle using: adjacent, vertical, complementary and supplementary angles
• CLASSIFY/Name a Triangle
• DRAW a triangle with given angle measurements
• EXPLAIN WHY certain triangles are NOT POSSIBLE

April 14- April 18

 **PBL---Career Exploration

1) Go to the website

www.careerzone.ny.gov

 

2) CLICK on ASSESS YOURSELF (oval on top of page)
Follow the directions answering questions about your interests, work values, career choices.

3) Choose a Job From Section 1 or 2


4) Fill in Page 6 in your PBL packet

**We will be wrapping up Chapter 6 this week. 

The Chapter 6 Test is Friday, April 18 (or before)**

Homework/Expectations:

Students are expected to do the following on homework assignments:

• Show their work/calculations
• Check their answers to the odd# problems
• Attempt to rework incorrect problems and fix mistakes

Notes Expectations:

Students are expected to do the following when taking notes in class or video notes

• Bring a calculator, pencils & notebook to class
• Actively participate the examples
• Copy the notes NEATLY and COMPLETELY
• Keep their Math Notebook organized, so they can refer back to the notes when needed (glue in the foldables, label pages etc)

Online Video Tutorials:

• Students need to LOG IN to watch the videos.  
• The Username= their Google19 and the Password= Lunch Account # + 2 Zeros at the end!
• VideoLink:-----> http://www.bigideasmath.com/students/
  
  

Chapter 6 Checklist:

Chapter 7 (for students working ahead)

Monday, April 14, 2014
Today we reviewed 6.6 Topics (Discounts/Markups)
Mad Libs Stations

Homework:
None:)

=========================================================================
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
In class:
Students practiced solving simple interest problems using I=Prt
Students took notes on a "foldable" and glued this into their notebooks

Homework:
pg 256 problems 5-23 ODD #s only

==========================================================================


Wednesday, April 16, 2014

**Career Speakers Today**
In class:
Students practiced solving simple interest problems using I=Prt
Use "real world" simple interest problems (borrowing/investing)
  

Homework:  (READ CAREFULLY-)

Group #1: For students who DID NOT take the 6.7 Simple Interest MiniQz in class today:
6.7 Practice B Worksheet problems: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 (be sure to show all work!)

Group #2: For students who DID take the 6.7 Simple Interest MiniQz:
Review for Chapter 6 Test (answers are NOT available- we will check in class)

pg 239 problems: 1-19 (odd # only)
pg 258 problems: 1-15 (odd # only)
** Get as far as you can... tomorrow you can also work on this in class!!!)

Group #3 For students who FINISHED the Chapter 6 Test:
Look at the Chapter 7 Checklist at the top of this page!  
Do the requirements for 7.1 Adjacent and Vertical Angles (video notes, odd# problems- get as far as you can:)- 
I will try to have the Chapter 7 packets ready tomorrow:)

 ===================================

Thursday, April 17, 2014

In class:
Chapter 6 Review- Practice Quizzes
 
Homework: 
Extra Practice as needed- for specific topics



Friday, April 18, 2014
 *** Mrs. White will be attending a Math Department meeting in the buiding***

In class:
Students who are ready will take the Chapter 6 Test


For students who are not ready:
Chapter 6 Review: Pages 259-262 ALL problems
(Copies of the pages & answers were provided to students)

Homework:
Students who did not take the Chapter 6 Test, please come to class with a list of concepts you would like help with:)  We will meet in small groups to review/answer questions.




 

March 24- March 28

***Important Note***

Many students are working in a self-paced manner. Students may be working on any one of the sections in Chapter 6. 

Homework assignments will depend upon which topic the student is currently learning.

Please see the Chapter 6 Checklist below for learning targets, common common core standards and homework assignments for each section/topic.

Homework/Notes Expectations:

• Students are expected to show their work and check their answers on homework assignments!
• Students are expected to watch the Lesson Video Tutorials in class or at home and copy the notes neatly and completely into their Math Notebooks.
• Students need to LOG IN to watch the videos.  
• The Username= their Google19 and the Password= Lunch Account # + 2 Zeros at the end!

VideoLink:-----> http://www.bigideasmath.com/students/










Chapter 6 Checklist:

Monday, March 24, 2014

 Prepared students took the 6.4 Mini-Quiz Today in class.

 Homework:

 6.4 Percent Equation

 Continue with problems on the Chapter 6 Checklist for 6.4

6.5 Percents of Increase/Decrease

Students that are working on 6.5 Percents of Increase/Decrease should watch and copy the video notes, then do pg 236 problems 5-19 odd.

Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Homework:

 6.4 Percent Equation

Students earning less than 80% on the 6.4 Mini-Quiz should do 6.4 Practice B, problems 1-8.

6.5 Percents of Increase/Decrease

Students that are working on 6.5 Percents of Increase/Decrease should watch and copy the video notes, then do pg 236 problems 5-19 odd.

Optional- working ahead for extra practice

6.5 Percents of Increase/Decrease--- try some EVEN problems (you will need to check in class)

pg 236 problems 6-20 EVEN.

  

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

March 17-March 21

We started Chapter 6 Percents this week!

Most students "tested out" of the following sections:

• 6.1 Percents and Decimals 
• 6.2 Comparing and Ordering Fractions, Decimals and Percents

Homework/Notes Expectations:

• Students are expected to show their work and check their answers on homework assignments!
• Students are expected to watch the Lesson Video Tutorials in class or at home and copy the notes neatly and completely into their Math Notebooks.
• Students need to LOG IN to watch the videos.  
• The Username= their Google19 and the Password= Lunch Account # + 2 Zeros at the end!

VideoLink:-----> http://www.bigideasmath.com/students/
 ========================= Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Homework:
  
6.3 Extra Practice:  for students that did NOT take the 6.3 MiniQuiz today
                                 page 230 problems 6-18 EVEN


6.4 The Percent Equation homework below for all other students


 =========================
Thursday, March 20, 2014
EXPLORE testing was today.  Only 5th & 6th hours had math class.




5th /6th Hours:
Most students took the 6.3 Percent Proportion Mini-Quiz

Homework:
6.4 The Percent Equation
1) Watch and copy the notes into your math notebook 
**(If you are unable to do this at home-please bring in a parent note**)

2) Try doing the 6.4 Homework Problems listed in the Chapter 6 grid below!

 =========================
Friday, March 21, 2014
Modified Schedule Today!  Only 1st & 2nd  hours had math class.
1st/2nd Hours

In class/homework
1) Watch and copy the notes into your math notebook 
**(If you are unable to do this at home-please bring in a parent note**)

2) Try doing the 6.4 Homework Problems listed in the Chapter 6 grid below!






Accelerated Classwork/Homework:
1)Take the 6.4 MiniQuiz in class today
2) Watch the 6.5 Percents of Increase/Decrease Videos & Take Notes
3) Try doing the 6.5 Homework Problems listed in the Chapter 6 grid below!

March 3-6

Monday, March 3, 2014 

Learning Target:
I can identify the slope using the graph of a line.

Homework:
pg 196 problems 4-12 (4th/5th hours)  

pg 196 problems 4-16 (6th/7th hours)

Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Learning Target:
I can identify the slope using two points and a table.

Homework:
5.5 Practice B Worksheet
skip problem #7

OR
For students WORKING AHEAD to 5.6
pgs 202-203 problems 3-19 all  & 21, 26, 27, 28

Wednesday, March 5, 2014 

Learning Target:
I can identify calculate slope using 2 points on a line. 
I can determine if a slope is: negative, positive, zero or undefined.


Homework:
None!!

Thursday, March 6, 2014
** Finish all make-up quizzes/retakes etc... in class**

Learning Target:
I can identify calculate slope using 2 points on a line. 
I can determine if a slope is: negative, positive, zero or undefined.


Homework:
Slope Picture Project - 
DUE TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2014
This is a  TEST GRADE (10 points)

 Here is the video link to PROJECT EXAMPLES!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6PbINoEwFU

February 24-February 28

Monday, February 24, 2014 

 Learning Target:

I can use multiplication or division to solve a proportion. I can use the cross products property to solve a proportion. I can use equivalent fractions to solve a proportion.

Homework:
5.4 Practice B (skip #13) -- only for students who did NOT take the 5.4 Mini-Quiz 
Tuesday, February 25, 2014 
Learning Target:
--> ·            I can use the cross products property to solve a proportion.

·            I can create and solve a real-world proportion problem using a real-world statistic.

-->

 

 Homework:

Finish the Proportion Foldable

Here are some websites that have interesting stats!

Kidzworld- Gross Facts

Major League Eating Contests

 Fact Monster

Rotten Tomatoes- Website

 Health Exercise Stats

Fast Food Facts

Fact Slides- Bacteria

Guinness World Records

Animal Facts for Kids

FDA- Food Defects Handbook

Center for Disease Control

Interesting Facts--

Parent Magazine- Gross Facts 4 Kids

US Swimming National Team

NFL Football

NHL Hockey

Major League Baseball

NBA-Basketball







Wednesday, February 26, 2014
 Learning Target:
I can find the slope of a line using a graph.



Thursday, February 27, 2014

Learning Target:

Friday, February 28, 2014

Learning Target:


Homework:

February 17-February21

Monday, February 17, 2014 
Mrs. White out sick

 Learning Target:

I can write a proportion that represents a situation.

I can solve a proportion using mental math.

Homework:
5.3 Writing Proportions- pg 182-183 Problems 4-24 ALL


Tuesday, February 18, 2014 
Snow Day... Again!!


Wednesday, February 19, 2014
 Learning Target:

I can write a proportion that represents a situation.

I can solve a proportion using mental math.

Practiced Writing & Solving Sick & Gross Proportions

Homework:
Do Monday's homework--- if you didn't finish it.. be ready for the 5.3 Mini-Quiz Tomorrow

Thursday, February 20, 2014

Learning Target:
Chapter 5 Section 4: Solving Proportions

I can use multiplication or division to solve a proportion. I can use the cross products property to solve a proportion. I can use equivalent fractions to solve a proportion.

Homework:
5.4 Solving Proportions using Cross- Products
pg 190  problems 5-23 (odd # only)

Friday, February 21, 2014
Learning Target:
I can use the cross products property to solve a proportion.
I can use manipulatives to model and solve a proportion.

Homework:
 5.4 Solving Proportions

pages 190-191
problems:
12-24 (even) 32,33, 34
 
 OR
You can complete 5  RATIO problems on THINKER BLOCKS 
You MUST BRING IN a Print-Out or HAND WRITE the final answers

here is the THINKER BLOCKS  LINK--->

http://www.mathplayground.com/tb_ratios/thinking_blocks_ratios.html