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October 2011

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
3 Algebra I:

Complete WS 2.7B (1-21) on division of numerical and variable expressions

Key for 2.7B, click here

Ch. 2 Test on Friday

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4 Algebra I:

-Complete WS 2.7C (1-29) on division of numerical and variable expressions (use E/O and CCR)

Key for 2.7C, click here

Ch. 2 Test on Friday

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5 Algebra I:

Complete WS 2.8B on probability and odds

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Ch. 2 Test on Friday

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6 Algebra I:

Complete Practice Ch. 2 (omit 18 -22 on matrices) We ended class so abruptly due to R.O.A.D schedule that I will postpone Ch.2 test till Monday. We will do our review of this document tomorrow. (no key, see vodcast below)

Here is a vodcast of a review for the Ch.2 study guide!  Hope it helps!

Ch. 2 Test moved to Monday, Oct. 10

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7 Algebra I:

-Review practice test for Tuesday Ch.2 test.

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10 Algebra I:

-NO SCHOOL

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11 Algebra I:

-Began Ch.2 Test today.  Due to fire drill, we will finish the exam tomorrow.

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12 Algebra I:

-Finished Ch. 2 test today.

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13 Algebra I:

We graded Ch.2 tests today.  Most were good, but the main point to reinforce with the kids is that several took almost 3 periods to finish a test that students used to finish in one period.  At high school, the advanced math teachers will not give extended time to finish tests.  Students must learn to manage their time during a test to complete the easier problems first to build confidence, then attack the tougher problems. 

We start Ch. 3 on equations tomorrow

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14 Algebra I:

Ch.2 test is scored.  Check SME by end of weekend to see updated score with this test averaged into weighted gradebook

Complete Equation WS#1 (13-29 odd) on both WS 4-3 on equations with constants and (13-29 odd) on WS 4-4 on equations with co-efficients

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17 Algebra I:

Equation WS#3 ( some with fraction co-efficient)

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18 Algebra I:

complete all 10 problems on 2-step equation WS#1

The Chapter 2 test scores will not be entered into the gradebook. There were enough kids will various errors that we must review these and assess again.

Starting tomorrow, we will build a script for all essential skills for Ch.2, and the kids will begin to create model problems from each skill as a script they can follow.  With the use of a camera grant I received, the kids can record themselves (only hand doing work and their voices narrating) showing how they solved the various skills of the chapter.  I will post a template for this movie script tomorrow.  They students will be scored on their performance to explain the how and why of each key concept.  This will be worth a test grade.  The movie making process will allow the kids to master the essential skills so when I re-test the chapter 2, they will show the necessary growth for me to move further into Ch. 3. 

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19 Algebra I:

-Complete 2-step equation WS#2

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20 Algebra I:

Complete the following problems from your textbook as our script problems.  These script problems will become the problems that you are recorded on completing and explaining the skills of the problems.  These movies and watching the movies are to help us review for Ch. 2 re-test by the middle of next week. 

Lesson 2.1

Page 67 (23 & 26)

Page 68 (31)

Page 68 (49)

Lesson 2.2

Page 75 (20, 29, 31)

Page 76 (50 & 51)

Page 77 (72)

Lesson 2.3

Page 82 (35 & 39)

Lesson 2.5

Page 96 (23, 25, 29)

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21 Algebra I:

Complete the following problems from your textbook as our script problems.  These script problems will become the problems that you are recorded on completing and explaining the skills of the problems.  These movies and watching the movies are to help us review for Ch. 2 re-test by the middle of next week. 

We will make movies with these scripted problems on Monday, watch and discuss Tuesday, and re-test on Wednesday.

Lesson 2.5 (con't)

Page 96 (34, 36, 38, 41)

Lesson 2.6

Page 103 (45, 46,47,48)

Page 104 (57, 59, 65, 66, 69)

Lesson 2.7

Page 111 (25, 27, 44, 47, 49, 50)

Lesson 2.8

Page 117 (12, 13, 18 19, 20, 25)

Bring solutions to these problems and any questions on Monday to class so we can answer before movie making starts

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24 Algebra I:

We created one movie, but due to impromptu class meeting with all students in Castle House during 8th period to address apathy and under-achievement of some students, our movie sessions were cut short. 

We will make movies tomorrow, watch on Wednesday, and now test on Thursday.

Complete 2-Step Equation WS#3 to keep equations skills sharp.

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25 Algebra I:

We made movies today that will be viewed tomorrow to prepare for Thursday's Ch. 2 retake.  Study script problems for upcoming test. 

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26 Algebra I:

-Movies we watched today were amazing!  Your grades on this mini project will help your Ch. 2 test grade!!  Awesome job!  You are so ready for the re-test tomorrow!!  Study your scripts and the original Ch.2 test.

Good luck!

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27 Algebra I:

-We took the Ch.2 re-test today.  No HW

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28 Algebra I:

-None, field trip

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31 Algebra I:

None, we worked on one final part of Ch.2 to ensure mastery of key concepts was mastered. Finally, all but 2 kids received a perfect score on the assessment.  No HW, enjoy halloween.

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