Welcome to Foundations of advanced Algebra!

Don’t be like this guy… Goodbye $15,000

Mrs. Mullen Website: jmullenkhs.pbworks.com Email: jmullen@wcpss.net Math Department Tutoring Tuesdays 3:15pm to 4:45pm Room 2622

What is Foundations of Advanced Algebra? In Foundations of Advanced Algebra, you will solidify and build upon concepts and applications from previous math courses, preparing you for Algebra II. You will be engaged in realistic problem solving, hands- on investigations, discovery learning and presentations.

Take out a piece of paper. Write down two questions that you have about me. Write down one question that you have about this course. As a group, choose one question from each category to share with the class! ? ? ? ? ?

Is this really even Algebra? Complete the “By-The-Shapes” activity as a group. When you are finished please sit quietly and wait for further instructions.

Think-Pair-Share What does it mean to be equal? Think about this on your own for a moment Pair up with a partner and discuss Share with the class round-robin

Equal means “the same”? So are these equal? Define again…what does equal mean?

Equal means “same number”? So are these equal? How should we define equal?

Equality means same value! Not looks the same Not has the same number Not simply has = Equality means same value!

Solving Equations Multiplication  Division Subtraction  Addition Goal: The goal when solving equations is to isolate the variable on one side. We do this by using inverse operations. What are inverse operations? Multiplication  Division Subtraction  Addition

Golden Rule of Solving Whatever you do to one side of the equation, you do the exact same thing to the other side of the equation. Why do we have to follow this rule?

Let’s solve some equations! 2n – 5 = 7 -7 = -c – 29 m/8 + 4 = 16 3.5 + 10m = 7.32

HW for tonight! Get your syllabus signed Complete the worksheet Be ready to group grade your HW – don’t be the weakest link!