Algebra Key Concepts:
Dimensional Analysis
o Use Conversions
o Solve Multi-Step Problems
Multi-step Equations
o Use Order of Operations
o Solving Equations
o Translating between English and Mathematical Equations
Direct Variation
o Writing Direct Variation Equations
o Solving Direct Variation Equations
Writing and Graphing Linear Equations
o Construct graphs using Data Collection
o Changing Standard Form Equations to Slope Intercept Form Equations
o Graphing from Slope Intercept Form Equations
Systems of Equations
o Solve by Graphing
o Solve by Substitution
o Solve by Elimination
Graphing Inequalities
o Solve Inequalities
o Graph Inequalities
Exponents
o Multiplying Monomials
o Raising Monomials to a Power
o Dividing Monomials
Common Assessments:
Quarter 1 assessment
Quarter 2 assessment
Quarter 3 assessment
Quarter 4 assessment
Algebra Grading Policy:
Quizzes: (30% of the grade)
• Approximately three or four quizzes for each book (unit)
• Quizzes will be related to homework assignments and classwork
• Quizzes may also include basic skills practice
• Lab Assignments done in class will count as quizzes
Tests: (70% of the grade)
• At the end of each Key Concept
• Students who perform poorly on Unit Tests will be required to meet with the teacher before or after school to review test material. Tests will be retaken at student request and only after meeting with teacher for review.
Homework:
• Homework does not account for much of students’ overall grade. Assigned homework provides opportunities for students to practice new skills that are learned during classroom lessons. It is ultimately up to the student to complete their homework and ask questions for further clarification when needed.
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