Middle School Mathematics, Stafford, Feb 19 - 22
Next Math Counts Competition: Feb 23, 2008
Geometry:
This week in Geometry we conclude our study of area. We will review the chapter and test our understanding of the concepts. Our next chapter is all about the Pythagorean Theorem, solving word problems related to this concept and applying related conjectures to problem solve.
College Prep Algebra
In College Prep Algebra this week we will finish our unit on slopes, linear equations, and system of equations. One goal is for the students to understand the relationship between the linear equations graph and its equation. Next week I will give the test on this unit.
Integrated Algebra
This week in Integrated Algebra we deepen our understanding of division of fractions, percents and related formulas. We are calculating percent increase and decrease, simple and compound interest on investments and solving related application word problems. We are practicing writing formulas such as distance, rate and time situations.
Pre Algebra II
Our class work this week deepens our understanding of operations with fractions and decimals. Our goal is showing that division of fractions expressions can be rewritten as multiplication of fraction expressions. This leads to understanding the standard algorithm of dividing fractions and mixed numbers.