Class Topics: 10.22.12

In Math Six today, we reviewed the Weekend Practice from Lesson 1.1: Variable and Expressions.  Students then began translating word phrases into algebraic expressions.  Mr. Giomini modeled the Reteach page and then students collaborated with peers to work on Lesson 1.2 Practice A.
Today's Learning Goals: The student will be able to...

1. translate algebraic expression and equations. 

• 11 fewer than a number = n is n - 11
• the sum of 3 and n times 8 = 8n + 3

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

1. complete Lesson 1.2 Practice A handout.
2. preview tomorrow's lesson 1.3: Solving Equations with Addition and Subtraction. (CLICK HERE)

In Pre-Algebra today, students completed Lesson 3.5: Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators.  This lesson built upon the foundation established in Lessons 3.1 and 3.2.

Today's Learning Goals: The student will be able to...

1. add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators.

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

1. complete pages 133 and 134, numbers 15 through 30 (ALL).