Class Topics: 02.16.12

In EDM, students worked with Lesson 1.3: Addition and Subtraction using the Inverse Property.  In this lesson, students began to isolate variables by using the inverse property to solve one-step equations.
In class, students...

• defined new terms such as: isolate and solve.
• collaborated with peers to begin Reteach 1.2 and Practice A 1.2.

For homework, students SHOULD...

• complete Practice A 1.3.
• prepare for the quiz on Friday by understanding and being able to apply the following skills:
•  multiply mixed numbers
• divide fractions and mixed numbers.
• model the five different number properties discussed in class:
• COMMUTATIVE
• ASSOCIATIVE
• DISTRIBUTIVE
• ZERO IDENTITY PROPERTY OF MULTIPLICATION
• IDENTITY PROPERTY
• solve order of operation problems.
• add, subtract, multiply and divide integers.
• apply problem-solving strategies to real-life word problems.
• work on Khan to complete one-step equations practice over the long weekend.

In Pre-Algebra, students completed their Chapter Seven Formative Pretest.  We will begin this chapter on Tuesday the 21st.  

In class, students...

• completed the Chapter Seven Formative Pretest.
• analyzed problems that they will see as we progress through the unit.

For homework, students CAN...

• view the Khan Video below to learn about proportions.
• practice the linked Khan skill over the long weekend.