Mathematics
Math 8
Math 8 focuses on an introduction to algebraic concepts. The course explores Properties of Exponents, Solving equations, Linear relationships, Graphs, Functions, Systems of Linear Equations, and Data analysis
About the course
Course Overview
Math 8 focuses on an introduction to algebraic concepts. The course explores Properties of Exponents, Solving equations, Linear relationships, Graphs, Functions, Systems of Linear Equations, and Data analysis. Students will develop strong procedural skills, problem-solving, and critical reasoning skills. The first half of Math 8 covers principles of exponents, variables, solving equations, and Ratios & Rates. The second half of the course explores introductory geometry concepts, data analysis, functions, and systems of linear equations.
Textbook: Math 8 - © Excel Education Systems, Inc. - 2021
By the end of the course
Learning Objectives
- Apply the properties of exponents to generate equivalent numerical expressions.
- Solve multi-step equations in one variable in real-world and mathematical situations.
- Understand the concept of linear functions in real-world and mathematical situations.
- Identify and apply characteristics of linear equations.
- Represent and interpret data from different types of graphs and charts.
- Solve systems of linear equations in two variables symbolically, graphically, and numerically.
- Apply transformations of shapes and linear equations.
Course contents
What You'll Study
Exponents and Radicals
Evaluating Expressions with a Variable
Solving Equations I
Solving Equations II
Applications of Solving Equations
Ratios, Rates, and Conversions
Transformations
The Pythagorean Theorem
Calculating Volume
Representing Data I
Representing Data II
Functions & Linear Equations
Applications of Lines
Systems of Equations I
Systems of Equations II
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