Mathematics - Eighth Grade
	Algebra I Honors  Goals This is an enhanced course in Algebra similar in content to Algebra I. It is a course with a brisk pace designed for select students. It addresses the conceptual, intellectual and motivational issues often encountered by students who have been accelerated in mathematics. At the same time, it seeks to prepare them for the demands that the serious study of mathematics poses upon its students. The usefulness and vitality of Algebra is constantly demonstrated by integrating it with geometry, statistics, trigonometry, probability, geography, economics and the sciences through the use of a variety of word problems. The real-life value of Algebra as a problem-solving tool is a major theme of the course. The graphing calculator is used to create meaningful visual representations of algebraic concepts. This visual approach gives students a firm grasp of concepts and strengthens reasoning skills. Objectives Students will: solve linear and quadratic equations solve systems of equations graph on the cartesian plane solve inequalities analyze data and make projections reinforce and maintain foundations for understanding the structure of the real number system verbalize concepts and share ideas using the vocabulary and concepts of mathematics understand and manipulate radical expressions and equations develop high levels of skill in algebraic manipulations understand and use exponents factor and solve polynomial equations write linear equations Algebra I Goals This course introduces basic algebraic skills and techniques. Students will work with numbers and variables as they learn to simplify and evaluate increasingly complex numerical expressions. Equation solution techniques and word problems are studied throughout the year and are encorporated into each unit. Students are encouraged to explain, justify, verify, interpret, draw and label as problem-solving tools. In short, they are encouraged to think critically at all times. Objectives Students will: solve linear and quadratic equations solve systems of equations graph on the cartesian plane solve inequalities analyze data and make projections reinforce and maintain foundations for understanding the structure of the real number system verbalize concepts and share ideas using the vocabulary and concepts of mathematics understand and manipulate radical expressions and equations write linear equations understand and use exponents factor and solve polynomial equations Course Three Goals The Course Three mathematics program emphasizes both content that reviews or extends concepts and skills learned in previous grades and new content that prepares students for more abstract concepts in algebra and geometry. Students will identify and apply real-life applications of the mathematical principles they are learning. The acquisition and correct usage of concepts, vocabulary, skills and symbols is crucial to a student's understanding and appreciation of mathematics at this level. Problem solving is integrated throughout the course and is a major goal of the program. Objectives Students will: compute with rational numbers understand and use proportions solve problems involving percents solve multi-step equations and inequalities graph linear equations apply transformations to geometric shapes represent relations and functions with tables and graphs become more proficient with probability