Getting Ready for Algebra

In our short intro unit we will cover concepts that are essential for students to understand prior to starting the algebra 1 course. These topics include performing operations using fractions, decimals and integers.

Equations

Our equations unit will teach students methods and steps to solve for one or two variables in any given equation. We will develop students' understanding of the distribution property as well as PEMDAS. 

Inequalities

Our inequalities unit will further expand on all concepts previously taught, especially with solving equations. We will expand on graphing inequalities on a number line with the added component of inequality signs.

Rates

Our unit on rates will help students to understand how to analyze graphs and make predictions and estimations based on what they see. We will learn how to create tables and equations based on a graph and continue a pattern. 

Slope

In the unit on slope we will evaluate the changes of slope and y-intercept and the effects that has on the graph. We will also explore how slope and y-intercept can be represented in real world situations. 

Variation

In the variations unit we will discover the differences and similarities between direct and inverse variation problems. We will also evaluate real world examples of how variation is represented in our daily lives. 

Polynomials

Our unit on polynomials covers ways to combine mononomials, binomials, and trinomials by adding, subtracting, and multiplying. We will learn the rules of exponents and how to apply them in problem situations. 

Quadratics

In the Quadratics unit we will investigate all parts of a quadratic graph. The focus will be on finding the solutions to a quadratic equation, otherwise known as the roots, x-intercepts, or zeros. 

Introduction to Functions

In our introduction to functions unit we will investigate independent and dependent variables and understand the relationship between x and y variables in a coordinate. We will learn ways to represent functions and determine if a relationship is a function. We will also learn to describe functional relationships using domain and range.

Linear Relations

In the linear relations unit will will further investigate linear functions. We will be creating graphs, tables and equations for functions. Students will be introduced to slope-intercept form and function notation.

Graphing Inequalities

In this unit we will further investigate all concepts learned during our unit on slope. We will look a little closer at how the graph, equation, and solution change when the equal sign is replaced with an inequality. 

Systems of Equations

Our unit on systems of equations covers methods to find solutions to systems by graphing, substitution, and elimination. We will also investigate ways to set up systems especially in word problems. 

FOIL & Factoring

Our unit on FOIL and factoring will help students discover ways to multiply polynomial expressions as well as break polynomials down to determine the roots, solution, x-intercepts, or zeros of a quadratic function.

Exponential Functions

In this unit on exponential functions we will explore the graphs of exponential growth and exponential decay.  We will investigate the factors that influence the graph and learn to make predictions based on the patterns. 

Mid-Term Exam

The mid-term will cover the units listed below: 
Equation, Inequalities, Intro to Functions, Rates, Linear Relations, Slope and Graphing Inequalities. 

Final Exam

The final exam will cover all units taught in the first half of the course and add the focus of the units listed below: 
Variation, Systems of Equations, FOIL and Factoring, Quadratics, and Exponential Functions.