Graphing Calculator

For the Integrated Algebra Regents you will be required to use a graphing calculator. There is an online graphing calculator application that you can download or you can purchase one to practice with. If you have an older sibling check with them, as they might already have one you can borrow.

Online graphing calculator application: http://education.ti.com/educationportal/sites/US/productDetail/us_sdk_73_83_84.html Before you download the calculator be sure to ask for permission from your parent/guardian.

The application is a little confusing at first, but if you follow the directions carefully you can get a virtual graphing calculator.

Steps:Click download (underneath the picture of the calculator) and Click the TI-83 Plus SDK Run
Once the application is download
Open up the application
File newSelect TI-83 PlusView Calculator
Debug Go
Your calculator should be fully functional. Enjoy practicing with your virtual calculator!

Disclaimer
The application is from Texas Instruments and I assume no liability relating to the application. Before downloading any applications be sure to read all information relating to the download. If you have downloaded the application please share your thoughts with the rest of the class.

Assessments this Week

Be sure to bring in pencils for the ELA and Math Assessments

You can review the results of these assessments at https://nyc-acuity.mcgraw-hill.com/
In most cases your USERNAME is your first and last name (without any spaces). Your PASSWORD is your Student ID number. You can find your student ID number on your report card. (Please see me if you are unable to obtain this number.) The grades for these assessments should be available in approximately two weeks.

Review video for x and y-intercepts

Review video for x and y-intercepts.

Parallel and Perpendicular Lines

Review videos

Are you having difficulty with what we are learning in class?

Watch the Review Chapter 5 and 6 PH videos

Linear Equations Project

1. Make up your own linear equation. Remember to solve for y in terms of x.
2. Create a function table
3. Graph your equation be sure to use a ruler
4. Describe your graph including the y-intercept and the slope of the line. y=mx+b (m= slope and b= the y-intercept)
5. Include your Name, Class and Date
6. Make sure your project is neat and mathematically accurate.
7. Include a self evaluation on a separate piece of paper.

Purple Comet! Math Meet

Do you want to participate in a math competition with other students all around the world? Participate in Purple Comet! Math Meet.

The Purple Comet! Math Meet is a free, on-line, international, team mathematics competition designed for middle and high school students conducted annually since 2003. Form teams of three to six students and please come see me during lunch on Wednesdays.

The competion is April 4 - 10, 2011

Review old MS (middle school) contests at:
http://purplecomet.org/welcome/practice

Enjoy and good luck :)

Linear Equations Review Videos

Function Table

Three Views of a Function Video

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Linear Equations Project

1. Make up your own linear equation. Remember to solve for y in terms of x.
2. Create a function table
3. Graph your equation be sure to use a ruler
4. Describe your graph including the y-intercept and the slope of the line. y=mx+b (m= slope and b= the y-intercept)
5. Include your Name, Class and Date
6. Make sure your project is neat and mathematically accurate.
7. Include a self evaluation on a separate piece of paper.

8-3 Homework

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8-1 Homework

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8-2 Homework

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8-2 Homework

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Pythagorean Theorem Project

Pythagorean Theorem Project
Learning Objective: Student will be able to prove that the Pythagorean Theorem can be used to find the measure of a missing side of right triangle.

TASK:
• Measure and cut out two triangles. You can use 3, 4, 5 or 5, 12, 13 as the legs and hypotenuse and measurements of your choice. You may also prove the theorem using the lengths of three squares or any other mathematical sound procedure.
• Evaluate a2+ b2= c2 for both triangles
• Form your own conclusion/ proof about whether the Pythagorean Theorem works

• Project evaluation based on rubric
• Make sure the project is neat
• Include your Name and Class

Purple Comet!

Do you want to participate in a math competition with other students all around the world? Participate in Purple Comet! Math Meet.

The Purple Comet! Math Meet is a free, on-line, international, team mathematics competition designed for middle and high school students conducted annually since 2003. Form teams of three to six students and please come see me during lunch on Wednesdays.

The competion is April 4 - 10, 2011

Review old MS (middle school) contests at:
http://purplecomet.org/welcome/practice

Enjoy and good luck :)

Review videos

PH (Prentice Hall) has review videos on most of the topics that will be on the Integrated Algebra Regents in June.

Click here for a list of videos

Goals

What are your SMART goals for the 3rd quarter?

Barron's Integrated Algebra Book

I am reposting the message below.

Please remind each other to purchase the Barron's Integrated Algebra Book ASAP (as soon as possible) and begin reviewing for the regents. The review book should be available at most bookstores and online from the Barron's.

8th Grade Vacation Packets

You will be given a practice test over the February break to review for the 8th grade state test.

Tips:
Book 1 Answers should be recorded on two Answer Sheets (one for your records and one that you will hand in)
Book 2 and 3 Attempt all questions. You should not leave any questions blank.
Review all your answers and read all directions carefully.
Try your best!

To help better prepare you review the 8th grade content strands below.
http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/ciai/mst/math/standards/revisedg8.htm

The following website has some practice material for some of the important topics. Please note not all topics are included.
http://www.studyzone.org/mtestprep/math8new.cfm

In addition, review all vacation packets previously completed.

Formulas

Surface Area
Remember area and surface area are measured in square units.

Volume
Remember volume is measured in cubic units.

Points will be deducted if the units of measure are not included