Algebra 1 Curriculum
* Algebra Essentials * Algebra 1 * Honors Algebra 1

This curriculum plan was developed by the Summer Math Committee in the Summer of 2008.  All four Rockford high schools had representatives present as well as John Zuba (District 205 High School Math Supervisor).  This plan is expected to be implemented in the Fall of 2008 with essentially the same topics and timetable used in ALL THREE levels of algebra 1.   Website links were added as a convenient reference for both teachers and students.

TABLE OF CONTENTS  
(Click on the Quarter or Unit to move to that portion)
Quarter 1 Unit A Unit B
Quarter 2 Unit C Unit D
Quarter 3 Unit E Unit F Unit G
Quarter 4 Unit H Unit I Unit J

Full Textbook  Websites that are appropriate for the entire book are listed below the curriculum including applications with videos, a graphing calculator, textbook websites, and more.  Also there is a list of links to "Cumulative Quizzes and Tests" for student practice.  ETA has provided some "Manipulative Documents" as well as a "Suggested Book List".

If you do not have MS Powerpoint installed on your computer, download PowerPoint Viewer here.

 All Sections listed below are for the McDougal Littell "Algebra 1 - Concepts and Skills" unless the section number is different as described below.. 
If the section numbers vary, then the second listing is for the McDougal Littell "Algebra 1"  textbook.

Under each section of the "Topic" we have linked to "sample problems" that can be used to introduce each section.  These are thumbnails but you can click on each slide and a larger view suitable for use with a Smartboard or LCD projector.  The complete series is available online for purchase at:  Math Slide Show.

In addition all links named  "HHS PowerPoint" and "HHSB PP" are from the Hononegah High School Math Department.  Again the links are provided for each topic of our text.  Special Thanks to them for sharing these lessons. 

 

Algebra Curriculum

All sections MUST incorporate appropriate application problems and Work Keys Problems should be covered in each unit.

Quarter 1

Unit A: Review Unit
Estimated Days: 10 - 12

Section

Algebra Topics

 State
Goals		 Power
Standards

PSAE

Applications

Websites

 Manipulatives
1.2 Exponents and Powers 6a AL-04,05

Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slide 1

KEY (Word)

   1. Regents Math
2. Explore Learning

 

1.    1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Lab 5.3

2. VersaTiles Algebra book 1 pg 31-32
HHS PowerPoint 1.2
1.3 Order of Operations 6b/c AL-02     1.  AplusMath - video explanations and online worksheets
2. Order of Operations
3. Funbrain

1.    1. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Number Theory pg 4,5

2. Hands-On Teaching Strategies for Using Math Manipulatives grades 6-9 kit pg 108-111
HHS PowerPoint 1.3
1.1 & 1.4 Variables in Algebra

Evaluating Variable Expressions		 8a AL-9 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 1-5

KEY (Word)		   1. Evaluate Exp 1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Lab 9.1

2. Algebra Intevention Lab activity 7

3. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Expressions pg 7

4. Hands-On Teaching Strategies for Using Math Manipulatives grades 6-9 kit pg 7-8, 103-107

5. VersaTiles Algebra book 2 pg 19; book 4 pg 7,8
HHS PowerPoint 1.1

HHS PowerPoint 1.4
1.5 Translating Words into Mathematical Symbols 6b/c AL-08 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 6-9

KEY (Word)		   1. PurpleMath

2.  Online Math

 1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Lab 9.2

2. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Expressions pg 4

3. VersaTiles Algebra book 2 pg 3-5, 24; book 4 pg 1; book 5 pg 1,17
HHS PowerPoint 1.5
2.1-2.5, 2.8 

 


2.1-2.3,2.5,2.7		 Integers and Absolute Value

Absolute Value

The Real Number Line

Adding Real Numbers

Subtracting Real Numbers

Multiplying Real Numbers

Dividing Real Numbers.

6 AL-03 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 10-18

KEY (Word)		 1. Integer Competency Tests

2. Integers

 1. AplusMath - video explanations and online worksheets

2.  Quia Flashcards

3.  The Math Page

1.     1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Labs 3.1-3.8, 5.2, 5.5

2. Algebra Intevention Lab activities 12-25

3. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Integers and Coordinate Plane pgs 1-3, 6, 7

4. Hands-On Teaching Strategies for Using Math Manipulatives grades 6-9 kit pg 4-5, 63-64, 115-119

5. VersaTiles Algebra book 1 pg 8-17, 22-30; book 3 pg 1, 15
HHS PowerPoint 2.1
HHS PowerPoint 2.2
HHS PowerPoint 2.3
HHS PowerPoint 2.4
HHS PowerPoint 2.5
HHS PowerPoint 2.7
 
  Calculator Lesson
(How to use the calculator's basic functions)		 6

 

 AL-01,02,03        
  Review            

Unit B: Solving Equation and Inequalities
Estimated Days: 21 - 23

Note: Teachers may choose to teach equations and inequalities together or separate. 
Sections Algebra Topics State
Goals		 Power
Standards		 PSAE Applications

Websites

 Manipulatives
2.6 The Distributive Property 8a AL-01 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 19-25

KEY (Word)		     1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Lab 6.2

2. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Expressions pg 5

3. VersaTiles Algebra book 3 pg 8
HHS PowerPoint 2.6 (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint 2.6 (Day 2)
2.7

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  2.6		 Combining Like Terms

Dividing Real Numbers

 8a AL-01,04 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 19-25

KEY (Word)		     1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Labs 4.1-4.7

2. Algebra Intervention Lab activity 6

3. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Expressions pg 6

4. VersaTiles Algebra book 2 pg 16-18, 22
HHS PowerPoint 2.7 (Dividing)
3.1 & 3.2 Solve One-Step Equations

Solving Equations Using Addition and Subtraction

Solving Equations Using Multiplication and Division

 8c/d AL-10 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 26-30

KEY (Word)		 1. Geometry Application
2. Practice 1
3. Practice 2
4. Practice 3
5. Practice 4		   1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Labs 9.4-9.5

2. Algebra Intervention Lab activities 41-43

3. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Equations pg 2-4

4. VersaTiles Algebra book 2 pg 25-32; book 3 pg 26-29
HHS PowerPoint 3.1
HHS PowerPoint 3.2
3.3 Solving Multi-Step Equations 8c/d AL-10 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 31-38

KEY (Word)		 1. Balance It
2. Menu Math
3. Practice 1
4. Perimeter
5. Practice 1B
6. Practice 2
7. Think of a Number		   1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Lab 9.6

2. Algebra Intervention Lab activity 44

3. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Equations pg 5

4. Hands-On Teaching Strategies for Using Math Manipulatives grades 6-9 kit pg 15-16

5. VersaTiles Algebra book 3 pg 30-32
HHS PowerPoint 3.3
3.4 Variables on Both Sides 8c/d AL-10 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slide 39

KEY (Word)		 1. Equation Competency Tests
2. Age and Perimeter
3.  Money
4. Integer 1
5. Integer 2
6. Angles
7.  Misc Prob Solve
8. Computer Lab Activity
9. Hoover's Ristorante
10. HHS PowerPoint: Writing Equations Project
 		   1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Lab 9.8

2. Algebra Intervention Lab activity 45
HHS PowerPoint 3.4 (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint 3.4 (Day 2)
HHS PowerPoint 3.4 -
                  (Student Copy)
3.8 Ratios and Rates 6d & 8c/d AL-10 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 40-41

KEY (Word)		 1. Ratio Rush
2. Baseball Ratio Rush
3. Practice 1
4. Practice 2
 		    
HHS PowerPoint 3.8 (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint 3.8 (Day 2)
11.1 Ratio and Proportion
 Proportions 		6d & 8c/d AL-6,10,18 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 46-49

KEY (Word)		 1. In Scale
2. Practice 1
 		    
HHS PowerPoint 11.1
3.9
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  3.8

 Percent Equations
 Percents		 6d & 8c/d AL-4,6,10 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 42-45

KEY (Word)		 1. Proportion/Percent Applications
2. M & M Activity
3. Practice 1
4. Practice 2
5. Practice 3
6. Practice 4
7. Practice 5
8. Practice 6		 1. PurpleMath  
HHS PowerPoint 3.9
6.6
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  6.4

 Absolute-Value Equations 8c/d AL-11 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slide 50

KEY (Word)		      
HHS PowerPoint 6.4 (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint 6.4 (Day 2)
HHSB PP 6.6 - 1
HHSB PP 6.6 - 2
6.1 & 6.2

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  6.1		 Solve One-Step Inequalities
Inequalities Using Addition or Subtraction
 
 Inequalities Using Multiplication or Division 		8c/d AL-10 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 51-52

KEY (Word)		     1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Lab 9.9

2. Algebra Intervention Lab activity 48

3. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Equations pg 7

4. VersaTiles Algebra book 4 pg 10
HHS PowerPoint 6.1
HHS PowerPoint 6.2
HHSB PP 6.1
HHSB PP 6.2
          Student 6.2
6.3
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  6.2
Solve Multi-Step Inequalities 		8c/d AL-10 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 53-55

KEY (Word)		 1. Practice 1   1. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Equations pg 7
HHS PowerPoint 6.2
HHSB PP 6.3
6.4 & 6.5 
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  6.3

 Solve Compound Inequalities
 Solving Compound Inequalities Involving "And"

Solving Compound Inequalities Involving "Or" 		8c/d AL-10   Practice A   1. VersaTiles Algebra book 4 pg 12, 29
HHS PowerPoint 6.3
HHSB PP 6.4
HHSB PP 6.5 - 1
HHSB PP 6.5 - 2
6.7
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  6.4

        (Optional)

 Solving Absolute-Value Inequalities

8c/d AL-11        
HHS PowerPoint 6.4 (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint 6.4 (Day 2)
HHSB PP 6.7 - 1
HHSB PP 6.7 - 2
  Review            
Quarter 2
Unit C: Linear Graphing
Estimated Days:  18 - 21
Sections Algebra Topics State
Goals		 Power
Standards		 PSAE Applications

Websites

 Manipulatives
4.1 Review
The Coordinate Plane 		8b AL-08   1. Interpreting Graphs
2. Using Graphs to Predict		 Domain and Range:
1. Intro to Functions
Distance and Speed
1. Car Travel		 1. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Integers and the Coordinate Plane pg 9,10

2. VersaTiles Algebra book 4 pg 13-15
HHS PowerPoint 4.1
HHSB PP 4.1
4.2  (Table Method)
 Graphing Linear Equations 		8b AL-08,10   1. Graphing Relationships Lab
2. Making a Table		   1. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Graphing pg 1,2
HHS PowerPoint 4.2 (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint 4.2 (Day 2)
HHSB PP 4.2 -1
HHSB PP 4.2 -2
 4.3 Graphing Horizontal and Vertical Lines     Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slide 56

KEY (Word)		   1. Cockroach Game
2. Regents Prep
3. Math is Fun		  
HHS PowerPoint-Hor/Vert
HHSB PP 4.3
4.4  Graphing Lines Using Intercepts            
HHS PowerPoint-Int (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint-Int (Day 2)
HHSB PP 4.4 - 1
HHSB PP 4.4 - 2
4.5

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  4.4		 The Slope of a Line 8b AL-08 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 57-59

KEY (Word)		 1. Cash On Hand
2. Rate of Change		 1. Teacher Tube - Mountain slopes

2. Slope Pix - copy and paste these pics into Sketchpad and use it to find the slopes of the roofs. (Instructions)

 1. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Graphing pg 4

2. VersaTiles Algebra book 4 pg 18-20
HHS PowerPoint-Slope (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint-Slope (Day 2)
HHSB PP - Slope 1
HHSB PP - Slope 2
 
4.7

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  4.6		 Graphing lines Using Slope-Intercept Form 8b AL-08,10 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 60-63

KEY (Word)		 1. Slope Intercept Form
 		   1. VersaTiles Algebra book 4 pg 16-17
HHS PowerPoint-Slope-Int (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint-Slope-Int (Day 2)
HHSB PP 4.7 - 1
HHSB PP 4.7 - 2
  Review HHSB 4.1 - 4.5            
5.1 & 5.3

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  5.1-5.3, 5.5		 Writing Lines

Slope-Intercept Form

Writing Linear Equations Given a Point and Slope

Writing Linear Equations Given Points

Modeling with Linear Equations

8c/d AL-08,10 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 64-67

KEY (Word)		 1. Scatterplots
2. Solar Collectors Lab
3. Speed and Acceleration Lab
4. HHSB PP - Calculator
5. HHSB PP - Calculator
Handouts
 		 1. Teacher Tube  - Given 2 pts.

2. Teacher Tube  - Given: Parallel and Pt.
3. Jeopardy
4. Algebra vs The Cockroaches Game

 

 1. VersaTiles Algebra book 4 pg 24
HHS PowerPoint 5.1
       Student 5.1
HHS PowerPoint 5.3
HHS PowerPoint 5.5
       Student 5.5
HHSB PP 5.1 - 1
          Student 5.1
HHSB PP 5.1 - 2
HHSB PP 5.2
          Student 5.2
HHSB PP 5.3
HHSB PP 5.5 - 1
HHSB PP 5.5 - 2
HHSB PP 5.5 - Homework
 6.8

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   6.5		         (optional)
 Graphing Linear Inequalities in Two Variables		            
HHSB PP 6.8 - 1
HHSB PP 6.8 - 2
  Review HHSB 6.6-6.8 (SmartBoard)            

Unit D: Linear Systems
Estimated Days: 23 - 25
Sections Algebra Topics State
Goals		 Power
Standards		 PSAE Applications

Websites

 Manipulatives
7.1 Graphing Linear Systems 8c/d AL-08,12       1. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Graphing pg 3

2. VersaTiles Algebra book 4 pg 22-23
HHS PowerPoint 7.1
7.2 Solving Linear Systems by Substitution 8c/d AL-12       1. VersaTiles Algebra book 5 pg 14-15
HHS PowerPoint 7.2  (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint 7.2  (Day 2)
        Student 7.2
7.3 Solve by Elimination
 Linear Combinations		 8c/d AL-12 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 68-77

KEY (Word)		 1. Sale Signs
 		 1. Word Problems

2. TeacherTube - Applications

 1. VersaTiles Algebra book 5 pg 16, 22
HHS PowerPoint 7.3 (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint 7.3 (Day 2)
  7.4 (Honors)
 Linear Systems and Problem Solving 		      1. System Applications
2, Misc. Problems		 Applications:
   1. Age Problems
   2. Perimeter
   3. Coin Problems
   4. Distance Problems
   5. Misc. Systems		  
HHS PowerPoint 7.4
  7.5 (Honors)
 Special Types of Linear Systems 		           
HHS PowerPoint 7.5
7.5

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  7.6

 Linear Inequalities 
 Systems of Linear Inequalities		 8c/d AL-08,12        
HHS PowerPoint 7.6 (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint 7.6 (Day 2)
     

 

          
  HHS PowerPoint Review 1 - Ch 7
HHS PowerPoint Review 2 - Ch 7
 
  Review HHS - Ch 7 -1
Review HHS - Ch 7 -2		            

Quarter 3
**Finish linear systems if needed**

Unit E: Exponents
Estimated Days:  14 - 16
Sections Algebra Topics State
Goals		 Power
Standards		 PSAE Applications

Websites

 Manipulatives
8.1 Multiplication Properties of Exponents 6a AL-05 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 78-82

KEY (Word)		   1. Exponents (All sections)
2. CAL Online (All sections)		 1. VersaTiles Algebra book 3 pg 14
HHS PowerPoint 8.1 (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint 8.1 (Day 2)
HHSB PP 8.1
8.2 Zero and Negative Exponents 6a AL-05 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slide 83

KEY (Word)		   1. TeacherTube - Negative Exponents  
HHS PowerPoint 8.2
HHSB PP 8.2
8.4

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  8.3		 Division Properties of Exponents 6a AL-05 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 84-87

KEY (Word)		     1. VersaTiles Algebra book 3 pg 14
HHS PowerPoint 8.3
HHSB PP 8.3 - 1
HHSB PP 8.3 - 2
HHSB PP 8.4
8.5

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  8.4
Scientific Notation 		6a AL-05 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slide 88

KEY (Word)		 1. Astronomical Distances
2. Avogado Constant Lab
3. Contraction and Expansion
4. Scientific Notation		    
HHS PowerPoint 8.4
HHSB PP 8.5
  Review HHSB            

Unit F: Polynomials
Estimated Days: 8 - 10
Sections Algebra Topics State
Goals		 Power
Standards		 PSAE Applications

Websites

 Manipulatives
10.1 Polynomial Vocabulary 8a AL-13 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 89-92

KEY (Word)		   1. Math World
2. CAL Online		  
HHS PowerPoint 10.1
10.1 Adding and Subtracting Polynomials 6b/c, 8a AL-13     1. Math Regents
2. Math is Fun		 1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Labs 4.1-4.7

2. Algebra Intervention Lab activities 30-31, 50

3. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Expressions pg 8,9

4. Hands-On Teaching Strategies for Using Math Manipulatives grades 6-9 kit pg 9-11

5. VersaTiles Algebra book 2 pg 23
HHS PowerPoint 10.1
10.2 & 10.3 Multiplying Polynomials 6b/c, 8a AL-13     1. Quia 1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Labs 6.1-6.4

2. Algebra Intervention Lab activities 32-33

3. Hands-On Teaching Strategies for Using Math Manipulatives grades 6-9 kit pg 13-14

4. VersaTiles Algebra book 3 pg 8-13
HHS PowerPoint 10.2
HHS PowerPoint 10.3
  Review            

Unit G: Radicals
Estimated Days: 14 - 16
Sections Algebra Topics State
Goals		 Power
Standards		 PSAE Applications

Websites

 Manipulatives
9.1 & 9.3

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  9.2
Simplifying Radicals 		6b/c AL-14 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slide 93

KEY (Word)		   1. Radical Practice
2. Regents Math
3. Simplify Radicals Video
4. Intro to Radicals
5. Simplifying Radicals Video - Good		 1. Algebra Works Algebra 1 Readiness: Number Theory pg 3,9
 
12.2 Operations with Radical Expressions 6b/c AL-14     1. Operations
2. Regents Math
3. Adding/Subt Radicals Video
4. Dividing Radicals Video		  
HHS PowerPoint 12.2
12.3 Solving Radical Equations 
(Do non-quadratic only)		 8c/d AL-14 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 94-95

KEY (Word)		   1. Video: Radical EQ
2. Classbrain
3. Mathwarehouse
4. Regents Math		  
HHS PowerPoint 12.3
  Review            
Quarter 4
Unit H: Quadratics
Estimated Days:  21 -23
Sections Algebra Topics State
Goals		 Power
Standards		 PSAE Applications

Websites

 Manipulatives
9.2

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  9.1		 Solve Algebraically
 Square Roots

Square Roots Involving Variables

8c/d AL-17 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 96-99

KEY (Word)		   Sections 9.2 - 9.6
1. Calculator
2. Real Solver
3. Quadratic Function Explorer
4. Bouncing Ball		  
HHS PowerPoint
9.4, 9.5

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  9.3, 9.4		 Solve Graphically
 Graphing Quadratic Functions

Finding Critical Features of Quadratics Algebraically

Solving Quadratic Equations by Graphing

8b AL-17 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 100-101

KEY (Word)		 1. Practice 1
2. Practice 2
3. Practice 3
4. Quad App 2		 1. Quadratic Explorer
2. Purple Math - Projectile Motion

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1. Solving Quadratics Video (All Types)
2. Analyzing Quadratics Video

  
HHS PowerPoint 9.3
9.6

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9.5		 Solve by Quadratic Formula

Solving Quadratic Equations by the Quadratic Formula

8c/d AL-17 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slide 102

KEY (Word)		 1. Programming the QF on a TI-Calculator Activity and Worksheet

1. TeacherTube - Derive the QF

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Applications
1. Purple Math 1- Projectile Motion
2. Purple Math 2
3. Purple Math 3
4. Quadratic Applications Video

  
HHS PowerPoint 9.5
        Student 9.5
12.3 Solve Quadratic Radical Equations

Solving Radical Equations
(Do quadratic only)

 8c/d AL-17        
HHS PowerPoint 12.3
10.4 - 10.8 Solve by Factoring

Solving Quadratic Equations in Factored Form

Factoring x 2 + bx + c  

Factoring ax 2 + bx + c

 

 8a/c/d AL-17 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 103-104

KEY (Word)		 1. QuickMath - Factor Calculator and Practice 1.    PowerPoint - 10.5   and PowerPoint - 10.6.
PowerPoint on Factoring (Mr. Kim - Troy High School - Fullerton, CA) - GREAT method to factor "trinomials where the "a" term is not equal to zero")

2. PowerPoint Factoring with Sound  (From Mrs. Jainchill of Jericho (New York) High School

3. Factoring Quadratics Solver

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1. TAKS Quiz - Easy
2. TAKS Quiz - Medium
3. TAKS Quiz - Difficult

 1. AlgeBlocks high school binder Labs 7.6-7.8

2. Algebra Intervention Lab activities 37-39
HHS PowerPoint 10.4
HHS PowerPoint 10.5
HHS PowerPoint 10.6
HHS PowerPoint 10.7
HHS PowerPoint 10.8
  Review            

Unit I: Rational Expressions
Estimated Days: 20 - 22
Sections Algebra Topics State
Goals		 Power
Standards		 PSAE Applications

Websites

 Manipulatives
11.3

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  11.4		 Simplifying Rational Expressions 8a Al-09 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slide 105

KEY (Word)		   1. TeacherTube - Simplify  
HHS PowerPoint 11.3
HHS PowerPoint 11.4
11.4

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  11.5		 Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions 8a Al-09,15        
HHS PowerPoint 11.4
HHS PowerPoint 11.5
11.5

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   11.6

 Adding and Subtracting with Like Denominators

Adding and Subtracting with UNLike Denominators

8a Al-09,15 Word
Smartboard

PowerPoint
Slides 106-109

KEY (Word)		   1. Adding Algebraic Fractions  
HHS PowerPoint 11.5
HHS PowerPoint 11.6
  11.7 (Honors)
 Rational Equations		         1.  Application Worksheets  
HHS PowerPoint 11.7

Unit J:  Suggested Material to Cover if Completed Curriculum
Sections Algebra Topics State
Goals		 Power
Standards		 PSAE Applications

Websites

 Manipulatives
  2.4 Add/Subtract/Scalar Multiplication of Matrices 6b AL-03        
HHS PowerPoint 2.4
  2.8 Probability 10c AL-19   1. Probability Stations
2. Probability Test		 1. Probability Games
2. Math Probability		  
HHS PowerPoint 2.8
        Student 2.8
5.6 Perpendicular Lines            
HHS PowerPoint 5.6 (Day 1)
HHS PowerPoint 5.6 (Day 2)
12.6 The Pythagorean Theorem and Its Converse 9a AL-17   1. Pythagorean Apps    
HHS PowerPoint - Pythag
12.7 The Distance Formula 9a AL-17        
HHS PowerPoint - Dist/Mdpt
12.8 The Midpoint Formula T 9a AL-09        
HHS PowerPoint - Dist/Mdpt
  Review            
               
               

Website Links that can be used with the entire textbook
Algebra Notes This website is a COMPLETE PowerPoint lesson for each section of our textbook.  It is an excellent resource for teachers as well as students who are absent from class.  Simply choose the topic, then click on first mini-slide and use the arrows to advance.
Pre-Algebra Notes Pre-Algebra slide show broken down by topics will be very helpful in Algebra also.
The Futures Channel This is a GREAT resource for online videos in the classroom and student worksheet with teacher keys and materials all "ready-made" for algebra applications.
Graphing Calculator This website had a GREAT graphing calculator that can be used for demos with a full-size screen.  (Scroll down to the bottom in Appendix A)                     ***  Other parts of this are great for geometry too.
Textbook website This is the publisher's website that goes along with our textbook.  It has a wide variety of activities to go with each lesson and therefore can be used with any topic we cover.  Included are extra examples, crossword puzzles, flip cards, applications, and career explorations.
Online Math Learning Algebra Help - Lessons in Algebra - also includes videos.
Math Forum Newspaper Review Unit
MathWorld Wolfram  - the web's most extensive mathematics resource
Problems with a Point Problem-solving
Cool Math Practice problems, games
Number System Set of Real Numbers (YouTube - might not work in school (blocked)- but should work at home.)
   
 

Cumulative Quizzes and Tests
Glencoe Self-Check Quizzes
Student Link Teacher Link
That Quiz Integers, Fractions, Concepts, Geometry
Texas TAKS Released Tests - Interactive Online Versions
2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000
   

ETA Manipulative Documents
Greek Border Designs Activity [PDF] page 110
Greek Border Designs [PDF] page 63-67
Ceiling Installations Activity [PDF] page 115
Ceiling Installations [PDF] page 92-96
Pedro's Patio Plans Activity [PDF] page 100
Pedro's Patio Plans [PDF] page 18-22
Napkins and Place Mats Activity [PDF] page 104
Napkins and Place Mats [PDF] page 35-39
Color Tile Grid Paper 1 [PDF] page 118
Color Tile Grid Paper 2 [PDF] page 120
   

ETA Suggested Books List
The Fly on the Ceiling: A Math Myth   Julie Glass ISBN 978-0679886075
Sir Cumference and the First Round Table: A Math Adventure There are 5 books in this series -
easy to find once you've got the first		 Cindy Neuschwander ISBN 978-1570911606
The Man Who Made Time Travel This is the story of John Harrison who figured out longitude
- it's nice for a non-Euclidean excursion as well as an
extension of coordinate graphing. Also The Librarian Who
Measured the Earth is about Eratosthenes calculating the
circumference of the earth.		 Kathryn Lasky ISBN 978-0374347888
G is for Googol: A Math Dictionary   David Schwartz ISBN 978-1883672584
What's Your Angle, Pythagoras?   Julie Ellis ISBN 978-1570911507
Theoni Pappas's collections of math essays - Fractals, Googols, and Other Mathematical Tales; The Adventures of Penrose; et al    
Wild Fibonacci: Nature's Secret Code Revealed   Joy Hulme ISBN 978-1582461540
Anno's Mysterious Multiplying Jar This about factorials - lovely illustrations too -
all of Anno's work is worth a look.		 Mitsumasa Anno ISBN  978-0698117532
The King's Chessboard & One Grain of Rice Both stories around the powers of 2 and the doubling sequence