COURSE OUTLINE—CEDAR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Subject: Pre-algebra
Grade: 7
School Year: 2011-2012
Text: McDougal Littell Pre-Algebra (Larson)
Topics:
Unit 1—Algebra
Chapter 3 –Multi-Step Equations and Inequalities; Chapter 4- Factors, Fractions and Exponents
Unit 2 – Ration, Proportion, Probability and Percent
Chapter 6—Ratio, Proportion and Probability; Chapter 7-Percents
Unit 3 – Geometry and Measurement
Chapter 9—Real Numbers and Right Triangles; Chapter 10 – Measurement, Area and Volume
Unit 4 – Data Analysis, Angle Relationships and Transformations
Chapter 11—Data Analysis and Probability; Chapter 13—Angle Relationships and Transformations
Objectives: (at the end of the course, students should be able to:)
Knowledge and Understanding:
- Know and demonstrate understanding of the concepts from the five branches of mathematics (number, algebra, geometry and trigonometry, statistics and probability and discrete mathematics).
- Use appropriate mathematical concepts and skills to solve problems in both familiar and unfamiliar situations including those in real-life contexts.
- Select and apply general rules correctly to solve problems including those in real-life contexts.
Investigating Patterns:
- Select and apply appropriate inquiry and mathematical problem-solving techniques.
- Recognize patterns
- Describe patterns as relationships or general rules.
- Draw conclusions consistent with findings
- Justify or prove mathematical relationships and general rules.
Communication in Mathematics:
- Use appropriate mathematical language (notation, symbols, terminology) in both oral and written explanations.
- Use different forms of mathematical representation (formulae, diagrams, tables, charts, graphs and models).
- Move between different forms of representation.
Reflection in Mathematics:
- Explain whether their results make sense in the context of the problem.
- Explain the importance of their findings.
- Justify the degree of accuracy of their results where appropriate.
- Suggest improvements to the method when necessary.
Homework:
There will be a minimum of three homework assignments per week. These tasks will build towards a larger summative assessment at the end of each unit. The homework may be problems from the text, math worksheets, research tasks,
skills practice or any other relevant requirement.
They will be recorded in each individual’s student planner.
Assessment:
Each unit of work will be assessed using a summative piece of work completed at the end of the unit.
Suggestions for Success:
- Keep a great notebook and complete all assignments.
- Ask questions.
- Visualize your success.