Class Topics: 09.24.12

In Math Six today, Mr. Giomini and the students worked with Lesson 2.4: Multiplying by Powers of 10.  In this lesson, we developed and practiced strategies for multiplying by power of 10.  The table below can help clarify some misconceptions.  Mr. Giomini modeled Math Journal page 56 and then students collaborate to complete Math Journal 57.
Today's Learning Intentions: The students will be able to...

1. apply place-value concepts to find values 10, 100, and 1,000 times as great.
2. use a multiplication-by-power-of-10 strategy to convert between percents and decimals.
3. estimate the product of a decimal and a power of 10.

For Evening Practice, it is suggested that the student...

1. complete Math Box 2.4.  
2. complete Google Form by CLICKING HERE!

In Pre-Algebra today, students completed their Chapter Two Mid-point Quiz.  Grades should be posted by dinner time.
Today's Learning Intentions: The student will be able to...

1. apply their knowledge of integer calculations to real-world situations.

For Evening Practice, it is suggested that the student...

1. check Gradebook Wizard for their updated grade.
2. view the video posted below about exponents which will be the next topic up for discussion.