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 * Unit Plan:** The Language of Algebra


 * Time:** 8 Days


 * Objectives:** Students will review/learn basic vocabulary and concepts pertinent to understanding further algebraic concepts we will learn throughout the year. Through this unit students will gain working knowledge of evaluating algebraic expressions, using the four math operations with integers, basic exponential concepts, and the classification of the complete number system. Students will also learn how to create audio projects using the Audacity program.


 * Materials**: Ipods, Algebra text book, computers with Audacity program


 * Standards:**


 * __Mathematics Standards__**

A.8.4 Develop effective oral and written presentations that include
 * appropriate use of technology
 * the conventions of mathematical discourse (e.g., symbols, definitions, labeled drawings)
 * mathematical language

B.8.1 Read, represent, and interpret various rational numbers* (whole numbers*, integers*, decimals, fractions, and percents) with verbal descriptions, geometric models*, and mathematical notation (e.g., expanded*, scientific*, exponential*)

B.8.2 Perform and explain operations on rational* numbers (add, subtract, multiply, divide, raise to a power, extract a root, take opposites and reciprocals, determine absolute value)

F.8.1 Work with algebraic expressions in a variety of ways, including
 * using appropriate symbolism, including exponents* and variables*
 * evaluating expressions through numerical substitution
 * generating equivalent expressions

F.8.4 Use linear equations and inequalities in a variety of ways, including
 * writing them to represent problem situations and to express generalizations

F.8.5 Recognize and use generalized properties and relations, including
 * additive and multiplicative property of equations and inequalities
 * commutativity* and associativity* of addition and multiplication
 * distributive* property
 * inverses* and identities* for addition and multiplication


 * __Technology Standards__**

 A.8.5 Use media and technology to create and present information
 * design and produce a multimedia project

D.8.1 Participate productively in workgroups or other collaborative learning environments
 * determine workgroup goals and equitable distribution of individual or subgroup responsibilities and tasks
 * plan for efficient use and allocation of time
 * complete workgroup projects on time
 * evaluate completed projects to determine how the workgroup could have functioned more efficiently and productively

· Relationship between words and symbols · Evaluate algebraic expressions || ·   Addition and subtraction of real numbers including integers || ·   Multiplication and division of real numbers including integers || ·   Powers and exponents || · Classifying the real number system || ·   Introduction to Audacity · Work on audio notecards || ·   Complete work on audio notecards || ·  Share/grade audio notecards; partner evaluations || Day 1: Discuss unit goals and objectives; work on lesson 1, evaluating expressions and translating between words and algebraic symbols; assign worksheet 1-1. Day 2: Lesson 1-2. Review the rules of addition and subtraction of integers; work with black and red chips to simulate positive and negative download Math Challenge Application onto iPods; assignment: must show score on Math Challenge. Day 3: Lesson 1-3. Review thre rules of multiplication and division of integers; work on Math Challenge. Day 4: Lesson 1-4. Discuss basic procedures for writing and simplifying powers; assign worksheet 1-4. Day 5: Lesson 1-5. Review square roots and perfect square numbers. Create venn diagrams of the numbers system. Day 6: Computer Lab: Introduce Audacity to students; assign partners and vocabulary notecard assignments; begin to record notecards. Day 7: Students work to complete audio notecards. Day 8: Student groups with swap audio cards and peer grade.
 * Procedures:**
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Unit 1 quiz will cover all concepts learned in lessons 1-5 Audio Notecards will be scored according to the grading sheet
 * Assessments:** Unit 1 quiz; Audio Notecards


 * [[file:Audio Notecards.docx]]**