Course Description
Textbook: Algebra I, Part 1 and Part II, McDougal Littel, & ALEKS Online Course
Overview:
This Year 3 Introduction to Algebra I course engages students in number patterns, orders of operation, algebraic expressions and equations. Students develop knowledge in the modeling of integers and solving multi-step equations, as well as graphing linear equations. The course allows students to explore number theory including factoring, powers and exponents, and scientific notation. Students begin to keep an IB MYP math journal of concepts, terms, mathematical writing, and examples. IB MYP projects are ongoing as we make connections and integrate with additional subject areas.
Topics Covered:
Functions, real numbers, rational numbers, algebraic expressions, solving linear equations, graphing equations, graphing linear equations, writing linear equations, inequalities, geometry and measurement, and probability
Formative Assessment:
Class work, homework, quizzes, reflection written and/or oral, journaling, graphing
Summative Assessment:
Unit Tests, mid-term and final exams, MYP projects
ATL’s: Knowledge acquisition, critical thinking skills, communication skills, collaborative skills note taking, recognizing concepts and applying skills, using a calculator, using appropriate technology skills, developing and applying problem-solving strategies, approximating data, diagramming, organizing data
Human Ingenuity: Exploring the application of mathematical knowledge
Environments: Population growth / resources
Community & Service: Apply different forms of representation (graphs, tables, and diagrams) to communicate facts and figures to the school community
Health & Social Education: Informed, responsible choices, and positive attitudes lead to balanced and healthy lives for themselves and other members of their community
Mathematics, MYP Year 3, Aims and Objectives:
At the end of Year 3, students should be able to demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of the following branches of mathematics: • number • algebra • geometry and trigonometry • statistics and probability • discrete mathematics by being able to:
• know and demonstrate understanding of some of the basic concepts of number, algebra, statistics and probability, and discrete mathematics;
• use concept-specific strategies to solve simple problems in both familiar and unfamiliar situations including those in real-life contexts;
• apply basic rules correctly to solve simple problems including those in real-life contexts;
• apply basic inquiry and mathematical problem-solving techniques, with guidance from the teacher, by identifying variables, posing relevant questions, organizing data and using an appropriate model;
• recognize simple patterns similar to previously seen examples;
• describe simple patterns in words and/or diagrams;
• describe simple mathematical relationships;
• use appropriate mathematical language (notation, symbols, terminology) in both oral and written communications, with guidance from the teacher;
• use different forms of mathematical representation (simple formulae, diagrams, tables, charts, graphs and models);
• state, in writing and/or verbally, the steps followed in solving simple problems;
• consider the reasonableness of their results in the context of the problem;
• consider the importance of their findings, with guidance from the teacher;
• describe simple patterns as relationships or general rules.