Math

Grade 8 Mathematics Course Outline

Course Description:

Students will use the mathematical processes of communication, making connections, mental mathematics and estimation, problem solving, reasoning, technology, and visualization to improve their mathematical skills.  Unlike most other subjects, math is not divided into units of study.  Math skills and concepts are regularly reviewed throughout the school year.

General Learning Outcomes:

1.       Develop number sense.

2.      Use patterns to describe the world and solve problems.

3.      Represent algebraic expressions in multiple ways.

4.      Use direct or indirect measurement to solve problems.

5.      Describe characteristics of 3-D objects and 2-D shapes, and analyze the relationships among them.

6.      Describe and analyze position and motion of objects and shapes.

7.      Collect, display and analyze data to solve problems.

8.     Use experimental and theoretical probabilities to represent and solve problems involving uncertainty.

Assessments:

·         Mental Math

·         Homework

·         Assignments

·         Quizzes

·         Tests

Midterm and Final Exam

Websites

Multiplying and Dividing Integers

Square Roots and Perfect Squares

Multiplying Fractions

Dividing Fractions

Converting Decimals to Percents

Converting Percents to Decimals

Finding Percents

Discount, Tax, and Tip Word Problems

Ratio Word Problems

Rate Problems

Patterns

Introduction to the Pythagorean Theorem

Pythagorean Theorem