Algebra - 8th Grade

I.  Number Theory

The Learner Will.

1.  use mathematical properties to evaluate expressions

II.  Rational numbers

The Learner Will.

1.  add, subtract, multiply and divide rational numbers
2.  find square roots
3.  solve proportions
4.  solve percent problems

III.  Algebraic Expressions

The Learner Will.

1.   translate verbal expressions into algebraic expressions
2.   write equations and formulas
3.   solve equations using one or more operations
4.   write and equation to represent a relation
5.   multiply and divide monomials
6.   add, subtract, multiply and divide polynomials
7.   factor polynomials
8.   apply the quadratic equation
9.   add, subtract, multiply and divide rational expression
10.  solve systems of equations using various methods
11.  solve linear inequalities

IV.  Graphing, Probability, and Statistics The Learner Will.

1.   use and interpret stem and leaf plots, tables, graphs, and functions
2.  display and interpret statistical data on line plots
3.  find measure of central tendencies
4.  find the probability and odds of simple events
5.  graph linear equations
6.  graph solutions of inequalities
7.  graph systems of equations using various methods
8.  solve systems of inequalities by graphing

VI.  Trigonometry

The Learner Will.

1.  use trigonometric ratios to solve right triangles

VII.  Slope

The Learner Will.

1.  find the slope of a line
2.  write linear equations in point-slope, standard, and slope-intercept forms
3.  use linear inequalities

VIII.  Problem Solving

The Learner Will.

1. use problem solving skills to demonstrate an understanding of the above math concepts

IX.  Calculators

The Learner Will.

1.  be able to facilitate performance of higher level skills including formulas and problem solving