Spiritual Principle: So Teach Us

Spiritual Principle:

So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. (KJV Psalm 90:12)

The school year consists of two semesters. Within each semester are three units. During unit one of the first semester which is four weeks, students will learn about functions. During the second unit of the first semester which is five weeks long, students will learn about algebra investigations. During the third unit of the first semester which is seven weeks long, students will learn the geometry gallery. The second semester of the school year also consists of three units. During the fourth unit which is six weeks in duration, the chance of winning will be covered. The fifth unit of the second semester is also six weeks long and students will learn algebra in context. The objective of the sixth and last unit is for students to learn coordinate geometry. The last unit is four weeks long.

Suggested Activities and Experiences:

1. To learn functions, students will spend lab time exploring the National Library of Virtual Manipulatives (http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/grade_g_4.html). By clicking on the functions button, students can play the game that allows them to drag an input number into a machine which then gives the output. Based on the pattern of inputs and outputs, students can figure out what the remaining inputs and outputs will be based on the pattern established by playing the game. This game will allow the students to learn the basic concepts of function in order to move on to other more challenging concepts.

2. To learn algebra investigations, students will download the Mathematics I Frameworks: Student Edition document (https://www.georgiastandards.org/.../9-12%20Math%20I%20Student%20Edition%20Unit%202%20Algebra%20In...). On page seven (7) of this document is an exercise called the tiling learning task. Students will work together in groups of at least four to answer the questions on the exercise. Then, they will be required to present their findings to the class in a short, five-minute group presentation.

3. In order to familiarize students with the concepts and properties of triangles, quadrilaterals and other polygons, students will access the website, (http://www.explorelearning.com). Under the Mathematics Gizmos section of this website, students will select the following: Grade 9-12 > Go > Geometry. Students will be required to perform all of the interactive activities in the Triangles and Quadrilateral and Polygons sections. Students will be required to write a brief explanation of understanding for each exercise.

4. Students will pick up where they left off in the first semester by continuing to use the website (http://www.explorelearning.com) for the entire second semester. The will follow the similar path that they did during the third unit: Grade 9-12 > Go > . During this semester, students will perform all of the activities in the 9-12 grade section as homework assignments throughout the semester. Oral and written presentations will be required to demonstrate understanding.