Modeling in Algebra, MATH 3116

Spring 2008 Course Calendar

 

Instructor: Robb Sinn

 

Expect Updates Periodically During Semester

 

Wk

Date

Topics

Notes & Assignments

1

Jan 7

Introducing Algebra Tiles

 

2

Jan 14

Equation Solving with Algebra Tiles

 

3

Jan 21

Graphs, Functions & Rate of Change

 

4

Jan 28

Equation Solving with Pattern Blocks

2x2 Systems of Linear Equations

Technology Project Assigned

Performance Assessment 1 (We 1/30)

5

Feb 4

TI Graphing Calculators + CBR/CBL

 

6

Feb 11

Solving Quadratic Equations & Factoring with Algebra Tiles

Test 1 (We 2/13)

7

Feb 18

Patterning & Developing Function “Rules”

Technology Project Due (We 2/20)

8

Feb 25

MS Excel, Regression & Graphing

Reflection Paper Assigned

Midterm Grades Posted

9

Mar 3

Activities with Linear Relationships (Ratio-Proportion)

W-Day (Th 3/3)

10

Mar 10

Tangrams, Hands-on Explorations

Reflection Paper Due (We 3/12)

11

Mar 17 – Spring Break

12

Mar 25

Absolute Value Expressions & Equations

 

13

Mar 31

Exponents & Exponentials; Square Roots & Radicals on the Geoboard

Performance Assessment 2 (We 4/4)

14

Apr 7

Rational Expressions

Test 2 (Wed 4/11)

15

Apr 14

Other Topics

 

16

Apr 21

Review

Exam Review Day (We 4/23)

Final Exam is scheduled for Monday, April 28, from 1 – 3 PM.