8/31/2007 Algebra 1-Equations & Inequalities

Today in class we introduced equations and inequalities to the students. Students took notes over some example problems that they will see in the worksheet in class and the assignment from the book. To see some extra resources on today's lesson, click here.

Homework:
pages 27-28 #'s 14-64 even

8/31/2007 Applied Geometry-Pairs of Angles

Today we continued our work studying angles. We examined angle pairs, specifically linear pairs, complementary, supplementary and vertical angles. Student took notes and did some example problems before completing a worksheet in class. We went through the worksheet together and then students worked on their homework. To see some video examples and explanations of the homework problems, click here. you can mess around with vertical angles here.

Homework:
pages 31-33 #'s 3-10,14-21,24,26-31,39-42

8/30/2007 Algebra 2-Solving Inequalities

The above video shows a demonstration of today's lesson, solving inequalities. Students took notes over today's lesson, showing examples of how to solve inequalities (remember to flip the sign when multiplying or dividing by a negative), both simple and compound. Students practiced on a worksheet and then were allowed time to work on the assignment.

Homework:
pages 45-46 #'s 20-48 even

8/30/2007 Algebra 1-Equations & Inequalities

Today in class we introduced equations and inequalities to the students. Students took notes over some example problems that they will see in the worksheet in class and the assignment from the book. To see some extra resources on today's lesson, click here.

Homework:
pages 27-28 #'s 14-64 even

8/29/2007 Applied Geometry-Angles

Students took notes today on the section introducing angles. Important terms and concepts are angle bisector, the angle addition postulate. We worked through a worksheet together in class and then students worked on the assignment. To see some video examples of these types of probelms, click here.

Homework: page 24-26 #'s 4-10,12-18,29-31,41-44

8/29/2007 Pre Algebra-Comparing & Ordering Integers

Students began class by doing some work from the book reviewing order of operations. That and the worksheet due for today were graded in class. Students then took notes over section 4, dealing with ordering integers on the number line, absolute values and opposites. They are responsible for completing the worksheet p. 33 for next time.

Homework:
worksheet page 33 (1.4 Practice A) #'s 1-27

8/29/2007 Algebra 1-Order of Operations

We began class with some notes over example problems illustrating our focus today, the order of operations. Our objectives are as follows:

1) List the order of operations to evaluate an expression with more than one operation.
2) Evaluate expressions without grouping symbols
3) Evaluate expressions with grouping symbols
4) Explain the difference between expressions based on order of operations

We graded the homework that was due for today as well as a worksheet that students completed in class over today's lesson.

Homework:(not due)
pages 19-20 #'s 14-40 even

8/28/2007 Algebra 1-Order Of Operations

We began class with some notes over example problems illustrating our focus today, the order of operations. Our objectives are as follows:

1) List the order of operations to evaluate an expression with more than one operation.
2) Evaluate expressions without grouping symbols
3) Evaluate expressions with grouping symbols
4) Explain the difference between expressions based on order of operations

We graded the homework that was due for today as well as a worksheet that students completed in class over today's lesson.

Homework:(not due)
pages 19-20 #'s 14-40 even

8/28/2007 Algebra 2-Rewriting Formulas

We began class today with notes over sections 4 and 5. Students then asked questions over the homework that was due today, then we corrected them in class. We grouped sections 4 and 5 together for our lesson today, with the objectives as follows:

1) Solve an equation with variables x and y for either x or y
2) Solve common formulas for different variables
3) Solve story problems by assigning labels, creating an equation and solving

We went over our notes, and then students completed a worksheet in class, which we discussed and graded afterward.

Homework:
pages 29-30 #'s 12-22 even (just solve for y), 24-29 all, 30-32 all ( no #'s), 40
page 38 #'s 18,20,21-23

We are roughly scheduled for a test over Chapter 1 next Friday.

8/27/2007 Applied Geometry-Segments, Midpoints and Segment Addition

Today we reviewed last Thursday's notes on the Segment Additon Postulate and midpoints of segements. As a class we worked through some problems in the book and on a worksheet. There was no homework. We will finish up section 2 and begin with section 3 on Wednesday.

Homework:
none

8/27/2007 Pre Algebra-Order of Operations

Today we reviewed our work from last Tuesday and Thursday and graded our assignment from Thursday. We took notes over section 1.3, which deals with the order of operations when evaluating expression with multiple operations. We went through the notes and example probelms together and then students worked on the worksheet, which will be due on Wednesday.

Homework:
worksheet page 26 (1.3 Practice B) #'s 1-20

8/27/2007 Algebra 1 - Exponents

Today, we reviewed powers and exponents with students. They took notes giving them definitions and some examples of evaluating exponential expressions involving variables. We did a worksheet in class that was graded and I also collected their notebooks to give them credit for their notes this week.

Homework:
pages 12-13 #'s 18-46 even

8/24/2007 Algebra 1-Exponents and Powers

Today, we reviewed powers and exponents with students. They took notes giving them definitions and some examples of evaluating exponential expressions involving variables. We did a worksheet in class that was graded and I also collected their notebooks to give them credit for their notes this week.

Homework:
pages 12-13 #'s 18-46 even

8/24/2007 Algebra 2-Solving Linear Equations

Today students will be reviewing how to solve linear equations. While this was spread out through a entire chapter in Algebra 1 class, we will review it in one section this year. The types of linear equations we will be reviewing how to solve are: two step equations involving adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing; equations with variables on both sides; equations involving the distributive property; and equations involving fractions or decimals. All of these will be solved using the properties of equality (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division). Remember that you will be doing the same operation on both sides of the equation. The video above demonstrates how to solve one of these equations.

Students began the class by taking notes over some example equations. We corrected our assignments from last time first, then went over the notes together. Students then completed a practice worksheet in class and then were free to work on their assignment for Tuesday.

Homework:
pages 22-23 #'s 23-32 all 34 & 38

8/22/2007 Algebra 1-Variables

Today's lesson focused on introducing (or reviewing) what a variable is and what it does. Students evaluated simple expressions, such as x-7 for different values of x. Students took notes over some example problems, then practiced these on a worksheet in class. I then took questions and we graded the worksheet.

Homework:
pages 6-8 #'s 19-30,32,35-38,44,50-53

8/22/2007 Algebra 2-Algebraic Expressions and Models

Today in class, we finished up our work on section 1. I took questions over the worksheet due for today and then we corrected it. Students then completed the lesson test over section one to check their progress on the concepts.

Students took some notes over our next section, 1.2 Algebraic Expressions and Models. We went over the notes together and I sowed some example problems. These examples dealt with evaluating exponents, evaluating expressions (with and without variables) using the order of operations and simplifiying expressions by combining like terms.

Students did a worksheet in class that will be graded and will complete some work from the book.

Homework:
1.2 worksheet (if not completed in class)
pages 14-16 #'s 15-18, 20-52 even & 62-67

Posting a Comment for points:
Explain why (-3)^4 and -3^4 have different solutions

8/21/2007 Pre Algebra-Welcome & Syllabus

Today, students received books, the class syllabus, and a handout regarding the website. Your son/daughter should be bringing the website handout home to you to be signed and returned to class on Wednesday. This will be worth 5 points. We are on shortened periods for the first two weeks, so we will meet for only 56 minutes. Make sure you bring your notes notebook to class on Wednesday!

Homework:
Bring website packet to class signed by a parent/guardian
Leave a comment on today's class post indicating that you have figured out how to leave a comment. If you have trouble, send me an email.

8/21/2007 Algebra 1-Welcome & Syllabus

Today, students received books, the class syllabus, and a handout regarding the website. Your son/daughter should be bringing the website handout home to you to be signed and returned to class on Wednesday. This will be worth 5 points. We are on shortened periods for the first two weeks, so we will meet for only 56 minutes. Make sure you bring your notes notebook to class on Wednesday!

Homework:
Bring website packet to class signed by a parent/guardian
Leave a comment on today's class post indicating that you have figured out how to leave a comment. If you have trouble, send me an email.

8/21/2007 Applied Geometry-Syllabus & Section 1

Today we began class by handing out the syllabus and the informational packet on the website. Together, the students and I went through both packets and I demonstrated how to use the website on the projector.

To begin the first section today, students copied notes from the board, which were mostly definitions. (Point, line and plane, for example). To get some additional instruction regarding the section, click here and click 'Video' next to any of the examples. Students were given a worksheet to complete as an assignment.

Homework:
Return Website packet signed by parent/guardian
Leave a comment on today's post on the website
Finish worksheet B if not done so in class

8/20/2007 Algebra 1 - Syllabus & Website

Today, students received books, the class syllabus, and a handout regarding the website. Your son/daughter should be bringing the website handout home to you to be signed and returned to class on Wednesday. This will be worth 5 points. We are on shortened periods for the first two weeks, so we will meet for only 56 minutes. Make sure you bring your notes notebook to class on Wednesday!

Homework:
Bring website packet to class signed by a parent/guardian
Leave a comment on today's class post indicating that you have figured out how to leave a comment. If you have trouble, send me an email.

8/20/2007 Algebra 2-Real Numbers & Operations

Today students received their class syllabus, explaining the rules and procedures for class. We went through them together as a class to make sure everyone understodd what is expected of them. Then, I gave a brief presentation on how to use the website. Students should be bringing the handout home to parents to be signed and returned. Feel free to contact me via email and/or comment also if you wish.

We began Algebra 2 with some notes on the real numbers, which is the set of numbers we will be using in this class. We defined some properties (associative, commutative, identity, inverse). Students took notes and then completed a worksheet in class. If it was not finished, it can be turned in on Wednesday.

Homework:
Website packet signed & returned
Post a comment on the website on today's post (8/20)
Complete 1.1 worksheet if not finished in class

8/17/2007 Welcome Back!

I would like to welcome everyone back to school! The website will be back on Monday with class information, assignements, etc. If you are new to the website, feel free to browse through last year's posts on the right hand side of the page to see what kinds of materials you can find here. Students will receive a demonstration on how to use the website next week.

Have a great weekend!
-Mr. Buck