Compressed Mathematics is the math class for all of NOVA's incoming 6th graders. It truly is to help in the student's transition from elementary math class (whatever that may have entailed) to future math classes at NOVA. There is really no "level" to this class, but there are a number of units and base skills that are expected to complete 7th grade math standards. Otherwise, what you get from this class is up to the students - they can stretch themselves as far as they are motivated to reach in algebraic concepts, practice old and new skills they feel unsure of, work individually and with others to problem-solve, experience working with math in various "real life" situations, ask questions, learn new strategies, and gain confidence and competence at the same time. At the end of this course, Mr. Jeff, Mrs. Golliet, and I seek to know each student individually and help everyone to know which math steps are the best next ones to take on the math horizon.
September - mid-October: Graphing, statistics, order of operations, decimals, and basic mechanics of math.
Mid-October - November: Graphing, statistics, order of operations, decimals, and using central tendencies in application.
December - mid-January: Fractions - ALL operations with fractions including simplifying, factoring, and how to use them in application.
Mid-January - Mid-February: Ratios, Proportions - This unit focuses on deeper understanding and uses for these valuable concepts with lots of applications.
February - Mid-March - Probability and Percents - This unit builds on the previous units and reaches high into actually understanding and using these skills appropriately.
March - Negatives - computation, order of operations, and applications. Graphing and explorations with.
March - April - May - Finances and Living a Life - This meets some of the standards for 8th grade finance AND requires many math skills that meet 8th grade standards.
September - mid-October: Graphing, statistics, order of operations, decimals, and basic mechanics of math.
Mid-October - November: Graphing, statistics, order of operations, decimals, and using central tendencies in application.
December - mid-January: Fractions - ALL operations with fractions including simplifying, factoring, and how to use them in application.
Mid-January - Mid-February: Ratios, Proportions - This unit focuses on deeper understanding and uses for these valuable concepts with lots of applications.
February - Mid-March - Probability and Percents - This unit builds on the previous units and reaches high into actually understanding and using these skills appropriately.
March - Negatives - computation, order of operations, and applications. Graphing and explorations with.
March - April - May - Finances and Living a Life - This meets some of the standards for 8th grade finance AND requires many math skills that meet 8th grade standards.
May - Batting clean-up: Reviews, extensions, whatever else we need to round out our school year!
Problem-solving and real-life applications are ongoing throughout the entire school year. Everything we do can be used in situations that the students feel ready to tackle. This is where you can stretch yourself and take math to the level you enjoy grappling with.
Again, the minimum requirements are to help the students feel successful and prepared for class, but there are no maximums ... we will take care of you!
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