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“Mathematics is integral to the development of all cultures and civilizations, and in our own society.”
NJCCCS
Grades 7 and 8
Mathematics

2. “Respect yourself and others.”
Mathematics
“Respect yourself and others.”
BEHAVIORS

3. Middle School Expectations
Homework
Prepared for class
Be on time
Access OnCourse
Plagiarism
No extra credit will be given

4. Classroom Expectations
EVERY child has the right to learn and the right to uninterrupted instruction.
Family Handbook and Code of Conduct
Every day have a pencil and small notebook

5. Supplies Pencils Compass Small protractor Ruler Graph paper
Index card size notebook
Calculator
Steno pad (grade 8 only)

6. Supplies

7. Mathematics
“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.”
William Butler Yeats
METHODS

8. Mathematical Practices
Reason abstractly
Repeated
reasoning
Viably argue
Precision
Model
Persevere
Tools used strategically

9. Innovative Learning Digital Texts and support Classroom IPADs
Digitally literate for 21st century

10. Kagan Learning Structures
Teams
Practice for future workplace
Assist with difficult coursework
Prepare for globally competitive workforce

11. Mathematics ASSESSMENT
“The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather in a lack of will.”
Vince Lombardi
Mathematics
ASSESSMENT

12. Standardized Testing 3 assessments NJ ASK
High School Math placement test
High School Algebra placement test

13. Grading
Homework
Quizzes
Tests
Projects

14. Math Homework is crucial!

15. Test Prep Ongoing throughout chapter Make a study outline
Make practice tests
Restudy where needed
Access Mrs. Reeth’s website

16. Test Prep

17. Mathematics
“The difference between successful persons and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of learning, but rather in a lack of will.”
Winston Churchill
SUCCESS

18. Proactive Learning Check homework answers Ask questions Seek help
Utilize websites (OnCourse)
Add questions to your practice test each day
Study your math bible
Tables, squares, percentages, formulas
Do not use a calculator at home unless directed
Practice, practice, practice

19. Goal Commitment to EXCELLENCE « I can do math. »
Self-efficacy for mathematics
Success