Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/15

We spent some time introducing chapter 2 today by going over a number tree (diagram showing different groupings of numbers).  The number groups in the number tree are what we will be studying this chapter.  We then spent some time talking about integers, the number line, and absolute value before getting started on the homework assignment.


Assignment:  section 2-1;  page 57-58;  #1-56 all, 73-84 all

Geometry assignment; 9/12

We went over some homework questions today before beginning the lesson.  Today's lesson involved an activity in which students made drawings of various geometric figures.  After drawing them, the students then constructed 3-D models of the drawings.


Homework:  finish the drawings that the students did not complete and then complete the other side of the activity worksheet.


Chapter 1 test on Tuesday   9/16

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/12

We went over a quick entry task review today and answered some homework questions to begin the period.  The rest of the time was devoted to taking the Chapter 1 test.

When they finished the test, the students had the chance to do an extra credit worksheet if they chose to.


Assignment:  none;  extra credit worksheet optional

Geometry assignment; 9/11

We went over several angle addition homework problems before getting started on today's lesson.  Today's topic focused on several postulates and theorems in geometry.  We demonstrated these together with some fishing line, bobbers, and cardboard planes while taking some notes on the postulates and theorems.  We will use these ideas more and more as the year goes on.

We then got started on our homework assignment before leaving class.


Assignment:  section 1-5;  page 22;  WE 29, 31, 33, 34;     page 25  WE  #5-12 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/11

We spent the bulk of the period working on a review activity that involved solving several problems posted around the room.  We corrected these review problems at the end of the period before turning them in.  The students then got started on their chapter review problems in preparation for tomorrow's ch. 1 test.


Assignment:  Chapter 1 wrap up;  page 47-49;  #17-57 odd

Geometry assignment; 9/10

We went over the Chapter 1 quiz to begin with today before getting into the lesson.  Today's lesson focused on two things:  how to bisect an angle using a compass and then how to do calculation problems involving the angle addition postulate.

The angle addition postulate is one that will be used extensively throughout the year, so we will work on this several more times throughout the first few chapters.


Assignment:  worksheet packet of angle constructions and angle addition problems  (1-10 all, 12-20 evens)

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/10

The lesson topic today involved working with various types of formulas.  The goal was to be able to take any formula and use the given information to arrive at an answer.  We worked through several examples of different formulas, making sure each time to use the correct units when needed.  The students then got started on their homework assignment for the latter part of the period.


Assignment:  section 1-9;  page 42-43;  #1-16 all, 21-23 all, 29-36 all


Chapter 1 review will be tomorrow in class

Chapter 1 Test will be on Friday  9/12