Just what you wanted to know - how to get credit for practicing Quizlet this vacation!
BUT FIRST! Quizlet has done some reorganizing of its site, so it will look a little different to you. However, I THINK (after a lot of reorganizing on my part this morning) it will be easier to navigate our units in the new mode. I have made folders for the different units now, so you should be able to click on the "Negatives" folder and see all of the study sets that qualify. Please let me know if this isn't showing up on your NOVA page. Thank you! Now ...
Today is your lucky day and here are your options:
*You may complete two Quizlets for credit
*Sets must be from the Negative practice sets
*You must complete a "Learn" or "Test" option
(Space Race is great practice too, but it doesn't count for this)
*If you want credit for two sets, they may not be completed on the same day
*To receive credit - print off a copy, have your parent sign a note, or send me an email (I think you can do this from Quizlet?)
These are credit/no credit assignments, although I hope you will take your score into account when you are thinking about how much you might NEED to practice!
I hope you are thoroughly enjoying your holiday,
Mo ;-)
Thursday, December 26, 2013
Thursday, December 19, 2013
Quizlet Option!
IF you complete one of the negative Quizlet options tonight and bring in a copy of your test, parent note, or email me tonight, you'll earn 3 points for practice.
I will post the break options for Quizlet tomorrow.
This must be turned in on FRIDAY (or emailed tonight) for credit for this assignment.
Gotta run!
Mo ;-)
IF you complete one of the negative Quizlet options tonight and bring in a copy of your test, parent note, or email me tonight, you'll earn 3 points for practice.
I will post the break options for Quizlet tomorrow.
This must be turned in on FRIDAY (or emailed tonight) for credit for this assignment.
Gotta run!
Mo ;-)
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Homework for Wednesday, Dec 18
Assignment: Negatives Choice #3
Most of you are working on subtraction and combining those concepts with addition. Please take your time with this ... unlike "elementary school math," addition and subtraction with negatives is MORE difficult than multiplication.
Some of you branched out and decided to challenge yourself with some order of operations with negatives. We will be working hard on these after winter break, so please don't feel "behind" if you didn't choose order of operation practice at this time.
The only worksheet I have a copy of available today is option B, Adding and Subtracting Integers. It has not been previously an option, so if you lost your other copy, please use this one. (the title of the worksheet is the link.)
Due Thursday
*Wear your tennis shoes on Thursday because you'll be RUNNING in math!
Most of you are working on subtraction and combining those concepts with addition. Please take your time with this ... unlike "elementary school math," addition and subtraction with negatives is MORE difficult than multiplication.
Some of you branched out and decided to challenge yourself with some order of operations with negatives. We will be working hard on these after winter break, so please don't feel "behind" if you didn't choose order of operation practice at this time.
The only worksheet I have a copy of available today is option B, Adding and Subtracting Integers. It has not been previously an option, so if you lost your other copy, please use this one. (the title of the worksheet is the link.)
Due Thursday
*Wear your tennis shoes on Thursday because you'll be RUNNING in math!
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Homework for Tuesday, Dec. 17
Assignment: Real Life Negatives C
(the name of the assignment is a link to a copy)
Remember when you could solve these without necessarily needing to "know" how to write it as a formal equation? Harken back to those good old days (2 weeks ago) and solve these using your intuition. Do your answers make sense? While I do want you to think about what the equations look like, I want you to make sense of the question first ... so tread carefully. ;-)
Due Wednesday
(the name of the assignment is a link to a copy)
Remember when you could solve these without necessarily needing to "know" how to write it as a formal equation? Harken back to those good old days (2 weeks ago) and solve these using your intuition. Do your answers make sense? While I do want you to think about what the equations look like, I want you to make sense of the question first ... so tread carefully. ;-)
Due Wednesday
Monday, December 16, 2013
Homework for Monday, Dec. 16
Assignment: Integer Products & Quotients
That's a big name for a simple practice worksheet.
Knowing what you now know, your job is to practice multiplying and dividing negative numbers. But the thing is, we only learned what to do when multiplying in class today ... so how do you know what to do when you divide?
Same idea: How many times are you doing something negative? Or positive? Or are you not doing something negative? (making it positive?)
Or if you owe someone $60 and pay it off over 6 days ... how much do you pay (owe) per day?
It's all crazy in the wording, but the arithmetic of it is simple.
So practice and make it stick!
This is a copy of Worksheet #77
Due Tuesday
That's a big name for a simple practice worksheet.
Knowing what you now know, your job is to practice multiplying and dividing negative numbers. But the thing is, we only learned what to do when multiplying in class today ... so how do you know what to do when you divide?
Same idea: How many times are you doing something negative? Or positive? Or are you not doing something negative? (making it positive?)
Or if you owe someone $60 and pay it off over 6 days ... how much do you pay (owe) per day?
It's all crazy in the wording, but the arithmetic of it is simple.
So practice and make it stick!
This is a copy of Worksheet #77
Due Tuesday
Friday, December 13, 2013
Thursday, December 12, 2013
Homework for Thursday, Dec. 12
Assignment: Choice #2
We're all subtracting today. Please complete only one of these assignments until I have a chance to check over your work. The exception to this would be if you would like to do Quizlet also: you can.
Your choices are as follows:
C) Sub Integers pg 73
D) Sub Integers 2
E) 1.6 Practice ws (no link yet)
F) Quizlet - Negative Add and Sub Basics
or
- Negative Addition and Subtraction (more difficult)
DUE MONDAY
We're all subtracting today. Please complete only one of these assignments until I have a chance to check over your work. The exception to this would be if you would like to do Quizlet also: you can.
Your choices are as follows:
C) Sub Integers pg 73
D) Sub Integers 2
E) 1.6 Practice ws (no link yet)
F) Quizlet - Negative Add and Sub Basics
or
- Negative Addition and Subtraction (more difficult)
DUE MONDAY
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
Assignment for Wednesday, Dec. 11
Homework: Addition or Subtraction?
Today we did a fly by and learned subtraction of negative integers.
For some this was new, for some a review, but for whatever your comfort level was I asked you to select homework that reflected what you need to currently work on. This is not a race, so hopefully you were able to select something that fits for you in this moment.
*I ask at this time that you NOT do more than one worksheet. Even if it's review for you, we are still at the stage where I need to check to see that you are on track before you move forward.
YES, you can change assignments now ... but just select ONE.
*Guess what?!? I do have copies of each assignment right here ... along with a summary of what you can expect from each one.
A) Adding Negatives - Big Numbers
- This assignment is for those of you who know you are new to this and know that practice will help you a lot. Be proud of yourself if you select this assignment because you have confidence in knowing that learning it well is more important than learning it quickly!
B) Adding Negatives - Decimals
- I explained this assignment as a sort of "test" for those of you who are more confident in what you are doing, but want that extra check point of being able to be SURE that you know what you are doing. I also suggested it for those of you who think subtraction looks cool, but aren't quite ready to tackle a worksheet of it. This worksheet can give you the reassurance that you are ready to move on.
C) Subtracting Integers - pg 73
- This is for people new (probably) or just unsure (for review) about how to subtract with negatives. Remember to simplify first, getting rid of any illegal moves (to negative signs in a row) and rewrite the problem as addition so that your blue and yellow cowboys are back. Even if you do this last step in your head (if it's review for you) it will help you keep track of what you are supposed to be doing.
D) Subtracting Integers 2
- And if you are pretty sure that you are back in the swing of negatives, you might have selected this worksheet to let me know you can do it. Sometimes just the reminder lessons are enough and you are ready to rumble!
In every case, just take care of yourself and what you need. This unit is absolutely critical to your future comfort level in math, so take whatever time you need and learn it well. I think that negatives are pretty cool once you master them. ;-)
Due Thursday
Today we did a fly by and learned subtraction of negative integers.
For some this was new, for some a review, but for whatever your comfort level was I asked you to select homework that reflected what you need to currently work on. This is not a race, so hopefully you were able to select something that fits for you in this moment.
*I ask at this time that you NOT do more than one worksheet. Even if it's review for you, we are still at the stage where I need to check to see that you are on track before you move forward.
YES, you can change assignments now ... but just select ONE.
*Guess what?!? I do have copies of each assignment right here ... along with a summary of what you can expect from each one.
A) Adding Negatives - Big Numbers
- This assignment is for those of you who know you are new to this and know that practice will help you a lot. Be proud of yourself if you select this assignment because you have confidence in knowing that learning it well is more important than learning it quickly!
B) Adding Negatives - Decimals
- I explained this assignment as a sort of "test" for those of you who are more confident in what you are doing, but want that extra check point of being able to be SURE that you know what you are doing. I also suggested it for those of you who think subtraction looks cool, but aren't quite ready to tackle a worksheet of it. This worksheet can give you the reassurance that you are ready to move on.
C) Subtracting Integers - pg 73
- This is for people new (probably) or just unsure (for review) about how to subtract with negatives. Remember to simplify first, getting rid of any illegal moves (to negative signs in a row) and rewrite the problem as addition so that your blue and yellow cowboys are back. Even if you do this last step in your head (if it's review for you) it will help you keep track of what you are supposed to be doing.
D) Subtracting Integers 2
- And if you are pretty sure that you are back in the swing of negatives, you might have selected this worksheet to let me know you can do it. Sometimes just the reminder lessons are enough and you are ready to rumble!
In every case, just take care of yourself and what you need. This unit is absolutely critical to your future comfort level in math, so take whatever time you need and learn it well. I think that negatives are pretty cool once you master them. ;-)
Due Thursday
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Assignment: Real Life Negatives B
(the title of the assignment is a copy of the paper)
Each question on this assignment is worth TWO points: 1 point for writing the equation as an equation (all of it) and 1 point for the correct solution.
*Yes, you are correct in assessing that we have not technically "gone over" how to solve the problems listed under #5, but I am confident you can figure out answers that make sense. And how will you write those equations?!? You can do it!
Due Wednesday
(the title of the assignment is a copy of the paper)
Each question on this assignment is worth TWO points: 1 point for writing the equation as an equation (all of it) and 1 point for the correct solution.
*Yes, you are correct in assessing that we have not technically "gone over" how to solve the problems listed under #5, but I am confident you can figure out answers that make sense. And how will you write those equations?!? You can do it!
Due Wednesday
Monday, December 9, 2013
Homework for Monday, Dec. 9
Assignment: Addition of Negative integers
This is an individualized assignment. For many of you it is the first time you are "seeing" what these look like as equations. Get used to it. When we add (get it, "add?!?") subtraction, multiplication, division, order of operations, etc. it will get confusing if you don't hold on to how simple it actually is. This is the written language, so think about how you understand it and you will be fine.
*Remember those cowboys! Say the equation aloud to yourself if you need to.
*Regardless of which assignment I gave you, I do have a copy HERE of one that will work if you lost your original.
Due Tuesday
This is an individualized assignment. For many of you it is the first time you are "seeing" what these look like as equations. Get used to it. When we add (get it, "add?!?") subtraction, multiplication, division, order of operations, etc. it will get confusing if you don't hold on to how simple it actually is. This is the written language, so think about how you understand it and you will be fine.
*Remember those cowboys! Say the equation aloud to yourself if you need to.
*Regardless of which assignment I gave you, I do have a copy HERE of one that will work if you lost your original.
Due Tuesday
Thursday, December 5, 2013
Homework for Thursday, Dec. 5
Assignment: Adding and Regrouping ws (the title is a printable copy)
Today is the first time for many of you that you will be thinking about negative integers in the format of an equation. Do not let it daunt you! They are still just yellow and blue cowboys represented as a number in this case. Who wins? Who is left at the end of the battle? Same thing ...
Be sure to follow the directions on the worksheet.
(note! the original problem in the example says "18," which magically transforms into "11" on the next line. I'm sure it was the doing of evil elves, but in any case just pretend like the original problem in the example reads: Example: -9 + 30 + (-11) + 25 = , so you are regrouping the -11, not -18 with the -9.)
*The first step is to rewrite the equation as an addition problem in groupings. In mathematical words, commute and associate. This regrouping helps you to think about who is ahead in this battle.
*The second step is to solve within the groups. Combine all of the positive values in one bracket and the negative values in the other. Now, will your ending value be positive or negative?
*Now solve the problem in whatever way suits you. Just remember that you will need to look back at step 2 in order to keep track of whether the answer will be positive or negative. No "forgetting!"
*Finally write your answer, making it CLEAR as to whether you believe the answer is positive or negative. Half-erased negative signs are no better than half-erased decimals ... I will always guess wrong!
This is DUE on Friday during Study Skills.
Today is the first time for many of you that you will be thinking about negative integers in the format of an equation. Do not let it daunt you! They are still just yellow and blue cowboys represented as a number in this case. Who wins? Who is left at the end of the battle? Same thing ...
Be sure to follow the directions on the worksheet.
(note! the original problem in the example says "18," which magically transforms into "11" on the next line. I'm sure it was the doing of evil elves, but in any case just pretend like the original problem in the example reads: Example: -9 + 30 + (-11) + 25 = , so you are regrouping the -11, not -18 with the -9.)
*The first step is to rewrite the equation as an addition problem in groupings. In mathematical words, commute and associate. This regrouping helps you to think about who is ahead in this battle.
*The second step is to solve within the groups. Combine all of the positive values in one bracket and the negative values in the other. Now, will your ending value be positive or negative?
*Now solve the problem in whatever way suits you. Just remember that you will need to look back at step 2 in order to keep track of whether the answer will be positive or negative. No "forgetting!"
*Finally write your answer, making it CLEAR as to whether you believe the answer is positive or negative. Half-erased negative signs are no better than half-erased decimals ... I will always guess wrong!
This is DUE on Friday during Study Skills.
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Homework for Weds, December 4
Assignment: Real Life Negatives A
Welcome to the "real" world (as real as it gets in these examples) of negative integers. Today you are to focus on what you are doing not how you write it.
*Note - I did not give you the answer to #1, so your task is to find it in any way you want to - ask around, Google it, whatever works for you! The bottom line is, you need to have the answer and it needs to be correct. ;-)
Mo's advice:
*First commute! Drive those numbers around until they find where they ...
*Associate! Remember that these numbers only want to associate (or hang with) numbers with the same "value." They're not all that friendly, eh? So if you go down the steps at Hogwarts, all of those downward steps are collected in one place and all of the times you go up are collected in the other. Make it simple.
*The rest of it is up to you. Figure out how to decide whether you have a profit or loss, whether you end up above ground or below ground, etc. Think about how you know that then figure out how to get to that answer. If you're stuck, remember the cowboys: who wins? How did you decide that? Same thing, now the numbers are bigger and there are more of them.
*And yes, labels are important ...
* I do have a copy of this assignment and here it is!
Due Thursday
Welcome to the "real" world (as real as it gets in these examples) of negative integers. Today you are to focus on what you are doing not how you write it.
*Note - I did not give you the answer to #1, so your task is to find it in any way you want to - ask around, Google it, whatever works for you! The bottom line is, you need to have the answer and it needs to be correct. ;-)
Mo's advice:
*First commute! Drive those numbers around until they find where they ...
*Associate! Remember that these numbers only want to associate (or hang with) numbers with the same "value." They're not all that friendly, eh? So if you go down the steps at Hogwarts, all of those downward steps are collected in one place and all of the times you go up are collected in the other. Make it simple.
*The rest of it is up to you. Figure out how to decide whether you have a profit or loss, whether you end up above ground or below ground, etc. Think about how you know that then figure out how to get to that answer. If you're stuck, remember the cowboys: who wins? How did you decide that? Same thing, now the numbers are bigger and there are more of them.
*And yes, labels are important ...
* I do have a copy of this assignment and here it is!
Due Thursday
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Homework for Tuesday, Dec 3
"Who are those guys???"*meet the bad cowboys and the good cowboys.
(in honor of Patrick)
Assignment: Commutative and Associative Properties with Negatives ws
*Today we focused on how it works, NOT what an equation looks like. We never want to forget the "rules" again, eh?
*Follow the homework directions precisely:
Step 1) commute only;
*look at and commute the yellow and blue (on the worksheet it says, "red") cowboys into the blanks at step one. DO NOT ADD THEM YET!
Step 2) total positive and total negative; Now add them within their associated groups.
Step 3) Answer. Make sure to indicate whether it is positive or negative (blue or yellow cowboys?) ... who wins?!?!?
*For #5 Mavis, write the steps out yourself in whatever way works for you.
Step 2) total positive and total negative; Now add them within their associated groups.
Step 3) Answer. Make sure to indicate whether it is positive or negative (blue or yellow cowboys?) ... who wins?!?!?
*For #5 Mavis, write the steps out yourself in whatever way works for you.
HERE is a copy of the worksheet!
Due: Wednesday
Due: Wednesday
Monday, December 2, 2013
Homework for Monday, Dec. 2
Welcome to the winter trimester! This is where your math homework begins ...
Homework: 3 - Definitions & Examples, 1 Summary
In this assignment you are to interview three different people regarding negative numbers. Be sure your interviewee knows what a negative number is before you begin.
Write in detail!
*Only one person may be a current NOVA student OR teacher and it may not be another 6th grader or Mr. Kehoe, Mo, or Mr. Gacek. Note that it is not required that you have a NOVA student or teacher.
*You may conduct your interview over the phone; there is no excuse not to be able to find three different people.
*Write in the name (and relationship) of each person to you.
*Definitions should be written in as much detail as the person gives you. Do not worry about total accuracy at this time; your interviewee might be rusty. ;-)
*Examples: your three examples (one per person) must all be different. I would word the second question something like this -
"I need you to give me a real life example, other than 'in math class,' or, 'in a math equation,' where you would need to represent something as a negative number?"
Push them on this a bit, okay? They can do it!
*Summary: This is a short, concise, easy to understand summary of what you think a negative number is. Remember that you are explaining this to someone who does not know: be specific, but simple.
Due Tuesday
Homework: 3 - Definitions & Examples, 1 Summary
In this assignment you are to interview three different people regarding negative numbers. Be sure your interviewee knows what a negative number is before you begin.
Write in detail!
*Only one person may be a current NOVA student OR teacher and it may not be another 6th grader or Mr. Kehoe, Mo, or Mr. Gacek. Note that it is not required that you have a NOVA student or teacher.
*You may conduct your interview over the phone; there is no excuse not to be able to find three different people.
*Write in the name (and relationship) of each person to you.
*Definitions should be written in as much detail as the person gives you. Do not worry about total accuracy at this time; your interviewee might be rusty. ;-)
*Examples: your three examples (one per person) must all be different. I would word the second question something like this -
"I need you to give me a real life example, other than 'in math class,' or, 'in a math equation,' where you would need to represent something as a negative number?"
Push them on this a bit, okay? They can do it!
*Summary: This is a short, concise, easy to understand summary of what you think a negative number is. Remember that you are explaining this to someone who does not know: be specific, but simple.
Due Tuesday
Monday, November 25, 2013
Homework for Monday, November 25
Optional Assignment: Quizlet
You can complete any of the Quizlet assignments (order of operations, central tendencies, decimals) that we have done so far this trimester. This is an optional complete/incomplete assignment ... but it never hurts to practice!
Due TUESDAY
*RETESTS for decimals are Tuesday in class. Please come prepared to spend your math period retesting and/or working on a math puzzle.
You can complete any of the Quizlet assignments (order of operations, central tendencies, decimals) that we have done so far this trimester. This is an optional complete/incomplete assignment ... but it never hurts to practice!
Due TUESDAY
*RETESTS for decimals are Tuesday in class. Please come prepared to spend your math period retesting and/or working on a math puzzle.
Thursday, November 21, 2013
Homework for Thursday, 11/21
Assignment: Decimal Test Corrections
Complete any corrections you need to make completely. If you aren't sure what to do, go to the Mo'Help tab and find the link to doing test corrections.
A copy of the test correction form is HERE.
These are due on FRIDAY with a parent signature during Study Skills for one candy point.
Complete any corrections you need to make completely. If you aren't sure what to do, go to the Mo'Help tab and find the link to doing test corrections.
A copy of the test correction form is HERE.
These are due on FRIDAY with a parent signature during Study Skills for one candy point.
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
For Thursday, November 20
*Note - Your tests are in TeacherEase!
Presentations:
Many of you expressed interest in presenting your Decimal Project to the class (or both classes), so this is the reminder that this begins tomorrow! But just because you said you wanted to does not mean you MUST present. This is an optional piece and you will not be penalized in any way, shape, or form if you do not present.
If you ARE presenting, you should plan to include -
a) your introduction (speak it, don't read it, and say what you planned to do)
b) the body of your work - whatever is interesting! This definitely includes your visual.
c) your conclusion - what did you learn or conclude?
I will provide a bit of time after the candy point and minute math for ALL presenters to organize their thoughts and meet with their partners if applicable. Then we'll have at it! Presentations should not be longer than 5 minutes.
In a random selection, this is the order of persentations for Thursday:
Period 1:
William C.
Vidushi
Anna
Ben, Oliver, Sam
(Quinn & Aidan, I don't remember which day you picked! And Caroline, you weren't here to ask, so let me know if you want to present your mini-me)
Period 2:
John
Kai
Fiona & Elli
Sneha
If we finish early, then others who did not ask to present will have the option of presenting. If we do not finish, then people who did not present will have the option of presenting on Friday to the entire group.
If there is time left at the end of the period, we will get back to whiteboards.
Presentations:
Many of you expressed interest in presenting your Decimal Project to the class (or both classes), so this is the reminder that this begins tomorrow! But just because you said you wanted to does not mean you MUST present. This is an optional piece and you will not be penalized in any way, shape, or form if you do not present.
If you ARE presenting, you should plan to include -
a) your introduction (speak it, don't read it, and say what you planned to do)
b) the body of your work - whatever is interesting! This definitely includes your visual.
c) your conclusion - what did you learn or conclude?
I will provide a bit of time after the candy point and minute math for ALL presenters to organize their thoughts and meet with their partners if applicable. Then we'll have at it! Presentations should not be longer than 5 minutes.
In a random selection, this is the order of persentations for Thursday:
Period 1:
William C.
Vidushi
Anna
Ben, Oliver, Sam
(Quinn & Aidan, I don't remember which day you picked! And Caroline, you weren't here to ask, so let me know if you want to present your mini-me)
Period 2:
John
Kai
Fiona & Elli
Sneha
If we finish early, then others who did not ask to present will have the option of presenting. If we do not finish, then people who did not present will have the option of presenting on Friday to the entire group.
If there is time left at the end of the period, we will get back to whiteboards.
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Homework for Tuesday, 11/19
Assignment: Choice #3
This is the pre-test assignment. You should have written in your planner today:
"Corrected," (correct the assignment using the key), "Corrected," (correct any mistakes), and "On Time," (meaning you turn it in tomorrow).
For FULL CREDIT all three of these things must be completed.
Your options are: Yet More Applications With Kyle and Mavis
(applications with answer key)
or Quizlet - Sets: Decimal Division, Decimal Multiplication, Decimal Review, Decimal Application.
Remember to eat well and relax tonight, possibly bringing that same relaxing food item (tea? grapes? apple?) with you to eat while testing. The more comfortable you will with the basic operations, the more you will be able to focus while taking the test. The more familiar you are with Kyle and Mavis, the easier time you will have helping them to solve their problems.
DUE WEDNESDAY
This is the pre-test assignment. You should have written in your planner today:
"Corrected," (correct the assignment using the key), "Corrected," (correct any mistakes), and "On Time," (meaning you turn it in tomorrow).
For FULL CREDIT all three of these things must be completed.
Your options are: Yet More Applications With Kyle and Mavis
(applications with answer key)
or Quizlet - Sets: Decimal Division, Decimal Multiplication, Decimal Review, Decimal Application.
Remember to eat well and relax tonight, possibly bringing that same relaxing food item (tea? grapes? apple?) with you to eat while testing. The more comfortable you will with the basic operations, the more you will be able to focus while taking the test. The more familiar you are with Kyle and Mavis, the easier time you will have helping them to solve their problems.
DUE WEDNESDAY
Monday, November 18, 2013
Homework for Monday, November 18
Assignment: Choice #2
It's time to prepare yourself for the decimal unit test this Wednesday.
*All operations with decimals
*Application problems with Kyle and Mavis
Today you chose the assignment(s) you felt would best prepare you for Wednesday. Check back to see which operations you missed on the pre-quiz and make sure you feel especially comfortable with those operations.
QUIZLET is always an option and can help you get immediate feedback on those specifics!
A copy of Kyle's latest Job Crisis #3 is here.
*Anyone is welcome to add this option to their list, but Alex W. and Emma ES should probably select that option or Quizlet to get something done tonight that will help you prepare in your absence today.
Due TUESDAY
It's time to prepare yourself for the decimal unit test this Wednesday.
*All operations with decimals
*Application problems with Kyle and Mavis
Today you chose the assignment(s) you felt would best prepare you for Wednesday. Check back to see which operations you missed on the pre-quiz and make sure you feel especially comfortable with those operations.
QUIZLET is always an option and can help you get immediate feedback on those specifics!
A copy of Kyle's latest Job Crisis #3 is here.
*Anyone is welcome to add this option to their list, but Alex W. and Emma ES should probably select that option or Quizlet to get something done tonight that will help you prepare in your absence today.
Due TUESDAY
Thursday, November 14, 2013
Homework for Thursday, Nov. 14
Assignment: Choice #1
This is your chance to work on something that you believe you should be working on in preparation for the decimal unit test next Wednesday.
You are welcome to complete more than one thing for credit, but you are only responsible for one.
Today's options are:
*SuperKids (Multiplication #2)
*Decimal Division (page 8)
*Division with Decimals (page 30)
*Order of Operations with Exponents
*3.10 Problem Solving
*Quizlet (see the 11/13 post below for a list of these sets, printed or a note signed by a parent)
I don't happen to have any of these on my g-drive, so if you lost your worksheet I gave you in class, I would ask that you complete one of the Quizlet options in the post below.
Due Friday
This is your chance to work on something that you believe you should be working on in preparation for the decimal unit test next Wednesday.
You are welcome to complete more than one thing for credit, but you are only responsible for one.
Today's options are:
*SuperKids (Multiplication #2)
*Decimal Division (page 8)
*Division with Decimals (page 30)
*Order of Operations with Exponents
*3.10 Problem Solving
*Quizlet (see the 11/13 post below for a list of these sets, printed or a note signed by a parent)
I don't happen to have any of these on my g-drive, so if you lost your worksheet I gave you in class, I would ask that you complete one of the Quizlet options in the post below.
Due Friday
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Homework for Wednesday, Nov. 13
Assignment: Meet Mavis
Mavis is here and she's going to help you use decimals in different applications. Make sure you understand the question AND that your answer makes sense, okay? Seriously, I get some crazy answers to these questions and you should recognize the craziest.
*The mantra today was: if your division answer extends out several decimal places, you did something wrong. Don't round unless I tell you to ... which very rarely happens unless I want to know if you know how to round correctly.
A copy of this homework assignment is HERE.
DUE THURSDAY
QUIZLET is an option for those of you who would appreciate some extra practice. Remember that these assignments are credit/no credit. You need to print off your results OR bring a note from a parent saying that you practiced on Quizlet. Practice is good. Practice helps you feel more confident. Practice helps solidify your skills. Practice isn't always fun, but it's worth it!
Quizlet options for this unit are:
-Decimal Division
-Decimal Multiplication
-Decimal Review (add, sub, mult, div)
-Decimal Applications
*I'm going to create a decimal order of ops asap, but it's not there yet.
Haven't joined Quizlet yet? You still can! Go to the Mo'Help tab and you will find the directions there.
Mavis is here and she's going to help you use decimals in different applications. Make sure you understand the question AND that your answer makes sense, okay? Seriously, I get some crazy answers to these questions and you should recognize the craziest.
*The mantra today was: if your division answer extends out several decimal places, you did something wrong. Don't round unless I tell you to ... which very rarely happens unless I want to know if you know how to round correctly.
A copy of this homework assignment is HERE.
DUE THURSDAY
QUIZLET is an option for those of you who would appreciate some extra practice. Remember that these assignments are credit/no credit. You need to print off your results OR bring a note from a parent saying that you practiced on Quizlet. Practice is good. Practice helps you feel more confident. Practice helps solidify your skills. Practice isn't always fun, but it's worth it!
Quizlet options for this unit are:
-Decimal Division
-Decimal Multiplication
-Decimal Review (add, sub, mult, div)
-Decimal Applications
*I'm going to create a decimal order of ops asap, but it's not there yet.
Haven't joined Quizlet yet? You still can! Go to the Mo'Help tab and you will find the directions there.
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Homework for Tuesday, 11/12
Assignment: Decimal Division #3
We're wrapping up decimal division assignments today and will be moving into "Choice" homework next as we prepare for the test. It's individualized, so I do not have copies here. However, if you want me to email you yours, please send me an email and I MIGHT get to it today.
*Crazy Tuesdays mean meetings and late nights, but I should get to it around 5:30 with a window of availability until 6:00 ... so be quick or wait until after 10:00 tonight! (when you should be in bed, by the way)
DUE WEDNESDAY
We're wrapping up decimal division assignments today and will be moving into "Choice" homework next as we prepare for the test. It's individualized, so I do not have copies here. However, if you want me to email you yours, please send me an email and I MIGHT get to it today.
*Crazy Tuesdays mean meetings and late nights, but I should get to it around 5:30 with a window of availability until 6:00 ... so be quick or wait until after 10:00 tonight! (when you should be in bed, by the way)
DUE WEDNESDAY
Monday, November 11, 2013
Regarding the Homework Record and Conclusion:
Clarification (for the decimal project):
Homework Record: Just like you did in class for your daily log, right a record of what you accomplished at home. Be clear so I will know what you did and how much time you spent. Remember, you are aiming for 30 - 60 minutes total.
CONCLUSION - Narrative Analysis:
Write a
summary of what you learned, discovered, found out, and explored in this
project. Relate it to how you used
decimals to complete your work. What was
interesting, what did you predict accurately, and what surprised you? Discuss how the visuals you chose to include
enhanced your project. Conclude
your project with a written wrap-up that ties it all together.
*If
applicable: Include how your
partner/team worked together in this project and how it enhanced what you could
have done individually.
Your
conclusion should be typed or handwritten on another sheet of paper; please do
not try to write on the project plan sheet.
Sunday, November 10, 2013
See you all Tuesday!
I should have known that since the flights to Indianapolis went smoothly, it would be chaotic on the way home. My first plane had mechanical issues, we were going to miss our Seattle connection so I got off (my bag is somewhere over America), I had to wait on standby but got lucky and am currently sitting in the Salt Lake City airport. Home just two hours after planned is OKAY considering I could still be in Indianapolis in a lonely hotel for another night. I am thankful it has all worked out!
I have had a terrific time though and am looking forward to seeing what you all did with your projects while I was away. Please see the post below for details, especially the rubric and list of things you are to turn in with your project.
Send me an email on MONDAY if you have any remaining questions; don't wait until Tuesday when your projects are DUE.
*Maddy, if you need another day, please take one for free since you missed two class work periods.
See you all Tuesday!
Mo ;-)
I have had a terrific time though and am looking forward to seeing what you all did with your projects while I was away. Please see the post below for details, especially the rubric and list of things you are to turn in with your project.
Send me an email on MONDAY if you have any remaining questions; don't wait until Tuesday when your projects are DUE.
*Maddy, if you need another day, please take one for free since you missed two class work periods.
See you all Tuesday!
Mo ;-)
Thursday, November 7, 2013
The Decimals Project
While I am at the conference, you will be working in class with Lori. Here are the guidelines:
Decimals Project
You will have 3 days in class to complete your project, so you will want to use your time efficiently. You will also log what you do every day as well as a homework log. But first ...
The three data sets:
- Hands Down - (10 sets of estimates of measurement)
- Paper Airplanes - (10 different sets of flight data and box plots)
- Mini Me - (your measurements, you in mini-you)
On Wednesday you will wrote your introduction or your plan.
-As soon as you had your introduction written, she gave you a packet of data (depending on which project theme you chose) and you should have started!
-There WILL be some supplies available in class, but obviously the better prepared you are, the more quickly you can get to work and get things done.
-This is the RUBRIC for this project. Use it to plan your time, come prepared for working in class, and to make sure you have all of the required elements covered.
To include with your finished project: The plan/ introduction, the data you USED (both new and old) all of your visuals, your daily logs and time management grade, your homework record, and your conclusion along with any other written narratives that you would like to include to complete your project.
This project is yours to create, so have fun with it!
Due Tuesday, November 12 for full credit
Decimals Project
You will have 3 days in class to complete your project, so you will want to use your time efficiently. You will also log what you do every day as well as a homework log. But first ...
The three data sets:
- Hands Down - (10 sets of estimates of measurement)
- Paper Airplanes - (10 different sets of flight data and box plots)
- Mini Me - (your measurements, you in mini-you)
-As soon as you had your introduction written, she gave you a packet of data (depending on which project theme you chose) and you should have started!
-There WILL be some supplies available in class, but obviously the better prepared you are, the more quickly you can get to work and get things done.
-This is the RUBRIC for this project. Use it to plan your time, come prepared for working in class, and to make sure you have all of the required elements covered.
To include with your finished project: The plan/ introduction, the data you USED (both new and old) all of your visuals, your daily logs and time management grade, your homework record, and your conclusion along with any other written narratives that you would like to include to complete your project.
This project is yours to create, so have fun with it!
Due Tuesday, November 12 for full credit
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Homework for Tuesday, Nov. 5 AND Project Info
Today is my super, duper busy day, remember? (staff meeting, dinner, etc.) AND I am getting ready to fly out of here by 3:00 a.m. This is the updated evening version and the last one I will be writing tonight. Check here tomorrow for any further updates; I will try to return emails sometime Wednesday afternoon.
Assignment: The Job Crisis (A)
Be careful with Kyle, he can be wicked ... wickedly simple and straightforward, but you need to read the information carefully and answer the question as it's asked. Remember, these aren't trick questions, but if you read it too quickly you won't answer it correctly. (think candy points ...)
There is a copy of this worksheet HERE.
Due Wednesday
Decimals Project
You will have 3 days in class to complete your project, so you will want to use your time efficiently. You will also log what you do every day as well as a homework log. But first ...
The three data sets:
- Hands Down - (10 sets of estimates of measurement)
- Paper Airplanes - (10 different sets of flight data and box plots)
- Mini Me - (your measurements, you in mini-you)
On Wednesday you will write your introduction or your plan. As you are working on your candy point, Lori will give you the plan sheet so you can get started.
-As soon as you have your introduction written, she will give you your packet of data (depending on which project theme you choose) and you can get started!
-There WILL be some supplies available in class, but obviously the better prepared you are, the more quickly you can get to work and get things done.
-This is the RUBRIC for this project. Use it to plan your time, come prepared for working in class, and to make sure you have all of the required elements covered.
To include with your finished project: The plan/ introduction, the data you USED (both new and old) all of your visuals, your daily logs and time management grade, your homework record, and your conclusion along with any other written narratives that you would like to include to complete your project.
This project is yours to create, so have fun with it!
Due Tuesday, November 12 for full credit
Stay tuned!
Assignment: The Job Crisis (A)
Be careful with Kyle, he can be wicked ... wickedly simple and straightforward, but you need to read the information carefully and answer the question as it's asked. Remember, these aren't trick questions, but if you read it too quickly you won't answer it correctly. (think candy points ...)
There is a copy of this worksheet HERE.
Due Wednesday
Decimals Project
You will have 3 days in class to complete your project, so you will want to use your time efficiently. You will also log what you do every day as well as a homework log. But first ...
The three data sets:
- Hands Down - (10 sets of estimates of measurement)
- Paper Airplanes - (10 different sets of flight data and box plots)
- Mini Me - (your measurements, you in mini-you)
-As soon as you have your introduction written, she will give you your packet of data (depending on which project theme you choose) and you can get started!
-There WILL be some supplies available in class, but obviously the better prepared you are, the more quickly you can get to work and get things done.
-This is the RUBRIC for this project. Use it to plan your time, come prepared for working in class, and to make sure you have all of the required elements covered.
To include with your finished project: The plan/ introduction, the data you USED (both new and old) all of your visuals, your daily logs and time management grade, your homework record, and your conclusion along with any other written narratives that you would like to include to complete your project.
This project is yours to create, so have fun with it!
Due Tuesday, November 12 for full credit
Stay tuned!
Monday, November 4, 2013
Homework for Monday, Nov. 4
Assignment: Decimal Division #2
Today you got an assignment befitting of where you are in the process of dividing decimals.
To serve you best, PLEASE turn this in tomorrow so I can correct it before I leave for Indiana. It would be best if you had knowledge about what you might practice while I'm gone ... we're only 2 weeks away from the unit test and those days will dissolve quickly!
Due Tuesday
Today you got an assignment befitting of where you are in the process of dividing decimals.
To serve you best, PLEASE turn this in tomorrow so I can correct it before I leave for Indiana. It would be best if you had knowledge about what you might practice while I'm gone ... we're only 2 weeks away from the unit test and those days will dissolve quickly!
Due Tuesday
Friday, November 1, 2013
Is it Homework? Friday, Nov. 1
Today we flew paper airplanes ... or at least you should have.
Your responsibilities are:
1) 12 test flights recorded in the random chaos column
2) Your organized list of flights, from least to greatest
3) A 5-number summary of your data.
*see the blog Mo'Help page if you need assistance
4) Central Tendencies for your data
*you may use a calculator (actually, you SHOULD use a calculator) to calculate the mean.
*check it until you get the same answer twice!
This completed sheet is DUE MONDAY
Your responsibilities are:
1) 12 test flights recorded in the random chaos column
2) Your organized list of flights, from least to greatest
3) A 5-number summary of your data.
*see the blog Mo'Help page if you need assistance
4) Central Tendencies for your data
*you may use a calculator (actually, you SHOULD use a calculator) to calculate the mean.
*check it until you get the same answer twice!
This completed sheet is DUE MONDAY
Thursday, October 31, 2013
Halloween Homework
Yes, it's Halloween, but we still have math to do!
1) PAPER AIRPLANE
You need your paper airplane to collect data with tomorrow.
READ THESE DIRECTIONS!
And show effort.
If there is nothing else you do tonight besides eat candy, make your paper airplane.
2) Dividing Decimals, assignment #1
There were several levels of decimal division tonight. It's important to me that you become comfortable dividing at a pace that works for you. If you want to move faster, then be accurate, practice on Quizlet, and ask for those stepping stone worksheets. If you want to move more slowly, then be accurate, practice on Quizlet, and ask for extra practice. Wait ... isnt' that the same thing???? (yep)
No calculators; show me your work, step by step or you will do it all again!
Both of these assignments are DUE FRIDAY
1) PAPER AIRPLANE
You need your paper airplane to collect data with tomorrow.
READ THESE DIRECTIONS!
And show effort.
If there is nothing else you do tonight besides eat candy, make your paper airplane.
2) Dividing Decimals, assignment #1
There were several levels of decimal division tonight. It's important to me that you become comfortable dividing at a pace that works for you. If you want to move faster, then be accurate, practice on Quizlet, and ask for those stepping stone worksheets. If you want to move more slowly, then be accurate, practice on Quizlet, and ask for extra practice. Wait ... isnt' that the same thing???? (yep)
No calculators; show me your work, step by step or you will do it all again!
Both of these assignments are DUE FRIDAY
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
"U Can Do" for Wednesday, Oct. 30
It was a bummer to miss math today, but I'm sure you got other productive things done with Maestra (and first period got to spend time with Barbara too!)
Still, I had a lesson planned with decimals and conversions and now I will put that off for a bit in order to address division tomorrow. Don't worry, we'll get back to it, I was just hoping to get to it now while the idea of how multiplying with decimals works is fresh.
So there is no official homework tonight, BUT ...
... if you are thinking that it would be a good idea to practice (which it would) I will give anyone credit who completes the learn or test mode on Quizlet for decimal multiplication.
Just print it off when you are done (it gives you a print option) or have your parent sign a note that you completed this.
Just an idea, not an assignment. ;-)
Still, I had a lesson planned with decimals and conversions and now I will put that off for a bit in order to address division tomorrow. Don't worry, we'll get back to it, I was just hoping to get to it now while the idea of how multiplying with decimals works is fresh.
So there is no official homework tonight, BUT ...
... if you are thinking that it would be a good idea to practice (which it would) I will give anyone credit who completes the learn or test mode on Quizlet for decimal multiplication.
Just print it off when you are done (it gives you a print option) or have your parent sign a note that you completed this.
Just an idea, not an assignment. ;-)
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Homework for Tuesday, October 29
Assignment: Decimal Multiplication or Ops
I handed out different kinds of homework today.
a) If I told you in the email that you needed work on multiplication, you received that homework. This was MOST of you. I do not have a copy of that homework online.
b) If your only glitch was in division, then you received the order of operations homework (with decimals and without division). I do have a copy of that worksheet HERE.
We will continue to talk about decimals and we will get to division on Thursday, but mostly we will begin working with them as you learn and practice the different skills. You can always find extra practice on Quizlet and/or ask for some worksheets on specific skills if you're feeling dodgy.
Due Wednesday
I handed out different kinds of homework today.
a) If I told you in the email that you needed work on multiplication, you received that homework. This was MOST of you. I do not have a copy of that homework online.
b) If your only glitch was in division, then you received the order of operations homework (with decimals and without division). I do have a copy of that worksheet HERE.
We will continue to talk about decimals and we will get to division on Thursday, but mostly we will begin working with them as you learn and practice the different skills. You can always find extra practice on Quizlet and/or ask for some worksheets on specific skills if you're feeling dodgy.
Due Wednesday
Monday, October 28, 2013
Homework for Monday, Oct. 28
Assignment: Lesson 3.4 Problem Solving
Think about what you had to teach me in class today ... after you have figured out what the question is asking, how do you set up the problem?
*SHOW YOUR WORK. Problems solved in your head will need to be redone on your paper.
*Think about place value and remember that -
----decimals are important because they indicate place and
----zeroes are important because they HOLD place.
A copy of this worksheet is HERE!
Due Tuesday
Want to get started on your paper airplane? (due Friday)
Directions for making your paper airplane are HERE!
Think about what you had to teach me in class today ... after you have figured out what the question is asking, how do you set up the problem?
*SHOW YOUR WORK. Problems solved in your head will need to be redone on your paper.
*Think about place value and remember that -
----decimals are important because they indicate place and
----zeroes are important because they HOLD place.
A copy of this worksheet is HERE!
Due Tuesday
Want to get started on your paper airplane? (due Friday)
Directions for making your paper airplane are HERE!
Thursday, October 24, 2013
Homework for Thursday, 10/24
Assignments: Two! (kind of)
1) Decimal Advantages
Describe in a short paragraph the advantages of using a decimal number rather than a fraction. There are definitely advantages and that is what you should focus on for this particular assignment.
If you are having trouble thinking of any, ask other people ... just not your classmates. When you think you have enough ideas, put them in paragraph form.
Remember: there are disadvantages too, but you're not addressing those now. ;-)
DUE MONDAY
2) Paper Airplane
NOTE: This is just a heads-up to an assignment that will be due at a later date (I'm aiming for next Friday).
Still, if you find extra time on your hands this weekend and want to get started on this, here are the instructions:
*you must use a single sheet of 8 1/2 x 11 copy paper. It can definitely be colored, but it cannot be "construction" paper. I do have paper for you if you need, just please ask me.
*you may use Scotch tape only.
*you may cut your plane to make flaps.
*you should decorate your plane, including your name.
*you should spend more than 2 minutes creating your plane and it should look like you did. Look on the internet, ask someone, test it out. This IS your plane for the duration of this unit, so do a good job of it.
*you may not use any other kind of tape.
*you may not add anything else to your plane, including weights.
*you should not build your plane in carpool, during class, or at break; it won't be "effortful" enough ... and I know what effort is.
When you bring your plane to school, please park your plane in your room #1 airplane hangar so that it doesn't get squished or bent in any way.
-Please do not fly them in the classroom or the hallways.
-Respect all planes; do not touch or mess with anyone else's plane.
THANKS! Fasten your seatbelts and prepare for flight.
This is assignment is NOT due yet, but if you finish it (or want feedback) you can store it in your airplane hangar in the classroom!
Please do your best to have any redone and/or late papers in the room #1 basket by this Friday.
Happy conferencing!
Mo ;-)
1) Decimal Advantages
Describe in a short paragraph the advantages of using a decimal number rather than a fraction. There are definitely advantages and that is what you should focus on for this particular assignment.
If you are having trouble thinking of any, ask other people ... just not your classmates. When you think you have enough ideas, put them in paragraph form.
Remember: there are disadvantages too, but you're not addressing those now. ;-)
DUE MONDAY
2) Paper Airplane
NOTE: This is just a heads-up to an assignment that will be due at a later date (I'm aiming for next Friday).
Still, if you find extra time on your hands this weekend and want to get started on this, here are the instructions:
Create a paper airplane
This is an effort based grade based upon:*you must use a single sheet of 8 1/2 x 11 copy paper. It can definitely be colored, but it cannot be "construction" paper. I do have paper for you if you need, just please ask me.
*you may use Scotch tape only.
*you may cut your plane to make flaps.
*you should decorate your plane, including your name.
*you should spend more than 2 minutes creating your plane and it should look like you did. Look on the internet, ask someone, test it out. This IS your plane for the duration of this unit, so do a good job of it.
*you may not use any other kind of tape.
*you may not add anything else to your plane, including weights.
*you should not build your plane in carpool, during class, or at break; it won't be "effortful" enough ... and I know what effort is.
When you bring your plane to school, please park your plane in your room #1 airplane hangar so that it doesn't get squished or bent in any way.
-Please do not fly them in the classroom or the hallways.
-Respect all planes; do not touch or mess with anyone else's plane.
THANKS! Fasten your seatbelts and prepare for flight.
This is assignment is NOT due yet, but if you finish it (or want feedback) you can store it in your airplane hangar in the classroom!
Please do your best to have any redone and/or late papers in the room #1 basket by this Friday.
Happy conferencing!
Mo ;-)
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Homework for Wednesday, October 23
Two Assignments! Please follow these directions ...
1) Summary
Today you randomly drew someone else's 3 interviews. Your job is to:
a) Summarize THEIR three interviews into a definition
b) Write it on another sheet of paper and staple it together with the interviews
Don't worry a lot about how accurate you think it is, just create the summary based on those three interviews
2) Hands Down! ws
Only complete questions 1 - 12
Estimate ONLY (the estimation column); please do not measure the actual
*the "hallway" is the hallway outside of room #1
*the "shelves" would be one of our standard library shelves
*the "bulliten board" and "chalkboard" (numbers 8 & 9) will be the whiteboard at the front of room #1.
Just a note: those out there who do not follow these directions will be doing A LOT of extra work tonight ... refer to above!
*There are no online copies of this worksheet.
Both of these are DUE THURSDAY, unless you are one of the people who did not turn it in today ... then you can add this to your weekend homework load. :(
Yes, there was an "extra" assignment too, but it is only available in the classroom. It is not required nor does it have a due date. (end of the trimester)
1) Summary
Today you randomly drew someone else's 3 interviews. Your job is to:
a) Summarize THEIR three interviews into a definition
b) Write it on another sheet of paper and staple it together with the interviews
Don't worry a lot about how accurate you think it is, just create the summary based on those three interviews
2) Hands Down! ws
Only complete questions 1 - 12
Estimate ONLY (the estimation column); please do not measure the actual
*the "hallway" is the hallway outside of room #1
*the "shelves" would be one of our standard library shelves
*the "bulliten board" and "chalkboard" (numbers 8 & 9) will be the whiteboard at the front of room #1.
Just a note: those out there who do not follow these directions will be doing A LOT of extra work tonight ... refer to above!
*There are no online copies of this worksheet.
Both of these are DUE THURSDAY, unless you are one of the people who did not turn it in today ... then you can add this to your weekend homework load. :(
Yes, there was an "extra" assignment too, but it is only available in the classroom. It is not required nor does it have a due date. (end of the trimester)
Monday, October 21, 2013
Homework for Monday, October 21
There are two assignments tonight!
1) Assignment: 3 Interviews and 1 Teaching Moment
The Interviews -
You are to interview 3 different people and ask them, "How do you define a decimal number?"
- You are to write down who they are along with their explanation (do not worry whether or not they are correct).
- You are not to interview other NOVA students (unless it's your sibling) or Mr. Gacek, Mr. Kehoe, or Mo. You may use AT MOST one NOVA teacher.
The Teaching Moment -
You are to explain in your own words, using illustrations and examples as needed, why it is necessary to line up the decimal when adding. Assume that you are teaching this skill to someone who either does not know or remember how to add decimal numbers.
*Turn this all in on one piece of paper; you may type or write the responses. Make sure that it is organized in a way I can read it!
2) Assignment: Lesson 5.1
Convert the measurements as directed using the tables.
*You may NOT use a calculator!
Both of these assignments are DUE WEDNESDAY
1) Assignment: 3 Interviews and 1 Teaching Moment
The Interviews -
You are to interview 3 different people and ask them, "How do you define a decimal number?"
- You are to write down who they are along with their explanation (do not worry whether or not they are correct).
- You are not to interview other NOVA students (unless it's your sibling) or Mr. Gacek, Mr. Kehoe, or Mo. You may use AT MOST one NOVA teacher.
The Teaching Moment -
You are to explain in your own words, using illustrations and examples as needed, why it is necessary to line up the decimal when adding. Assume that you are teaching this skill to someone who either does not know or remember how to add decimal numbers.
*Turn this all in on one piece of paper; you may type or write the responses. Make sure that it is organized in a way I can read it!
2) Assignment: Lesson 5.1
Convert the measurements as directed using the tables.
*You may NOT use a calculator!
Both of these assignments are DUE WEDNESDAY
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Don't forget!
Due Monday: Test Corrections, completed and signed by your parent.
*New answers MUST include reason(s) why you missed the problem and the corrected work, done correctly this time.
*"I don't know," or, "I made a mistake," are examples of NON-reasons. "I thought 2 + 3 = 6" or "I solved outside of the parentheses first," or "I forgot a number in my ordered list," are examples of GOOD reasons.
Need more suggestions? or help with this assignment? Try THIS LINK! It will provide more details.
*This assignment is worth 10 points and your score will be a percentage based on the number correct out of the number you corrected. This grade does not affect your test score, but will count as a "homework" assignment.
Bringing this in on Monday will earn you one candy point!
In class on Monday we will go over retest options.
Again, great job on the test overall!
Mo ;-)
*New answers MUST include reason(s) why you missed the problem and the corrected work, done correctly this time.
*"I don't know," or, "I made a mistake," are examples of NON-reasons. "I thought 2 + 3 = 6" or "I solved outside of the parentheses first," or "I forgot a number in my ordered list," are examples of GOOD reasons.
Need more suggestions? or help with this assignment? Try THIS LINK! It will provide more details.
*This assignment is worth 10 points and your score will be a percentage based on the number correct out of the number you corrected. This grade does not affect your test score, but will count as a "homework" assignment.
Bringing this in on Monday will earn you one candy point!
In class on Monday we will go over retest options.
Again, great job on the test overall!
Mo ;-)
Thursday, October 17, 2013
Homework for Thursday, Oct 17?
Assignment: Nada!
Great job to everyone on your focus during the test today. We will be discussing test-taking strategies all year, but I have been super impressed with your efforts already. I liked the addition of the bean-bag option for those who wanted it; fantastic idea!
As soon as I post this, I will begin entering your test scores into TeacherEase. You will notice that although you have an overall test score, I have the scores of each section broken down in the comment portion of the grade. I am sure most of you will be happy with your results, but in any case you CAN choose to retest ...
Tomorrow we will discuss retest options in class. You can retake any or all sections and you will get your BEST score. I want to know that you know the material, even if you don't get it the first time through. After all, these are skills you need to have regardless of your "grade," so practicing more (if needed) is always a good thing.
Enjoy your night off from math and appreciate all of the hard work you have put in so far this year. We have a lot of good things left ahead of us!
Mo ;-)
Great job to everyone on your focus during the test today. We will be discussing test-taking strategies all year, but I have been super impressed with your efforts already. I liked the addition of the bean-bag option for those who wanted it; fantastic idea!
As soon as I post this, I will begin entering your test scores into TeacherEase. You will notice that although you have an overall test score, I have the scores of each section broken down in the comment portion of the grade. I am sure most of you will be happy with your results, but in any case you CAN choose to retest ...
Tomorrow we will discuss retest options in class. You can retake any or all sections and you will get your BEST score. I want to know that you know the material, even if you don't get it the first time through. After all, these are skills you need to have regardless of your "grade," so practicing more (if needed) is always a good thing.
Enjoy your night off from math and appreciate all of the hard work you have put in so far this year. We have a lot of good things left ahead of us!
Mo ;-)
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Homework for Wednesday, 10/16
Assignment: Pre-test Choice
Tonight you are to complete one homework sheet (or Quizlet) AND correct it using the key provided. Once you know how many you missed, you are to correct those corrections. If you complete these steps and turn it in on time tomorrow, you will get full credit.
Please note:
Late, uncorrected, or unscored assignments will get, at most, half credit.
Choices for tonight include:
Central Tendencies Practice
Order of Operations - Again!
(I don't have a copy of the pre-quiz here ... yet!)
QUIZLET -
See the choices below and how to do them on last Thursday's homework list;
There is now a set called "Central Tendencies" too!
Due Thursday - or it's LATE!
Tonight you are to complete one homework sheet (or Quizlet) AND correct it using the key provided. Once you know how many you missed, you are to correct those corrections. If you complete these steps and turn it in on time tomorrow, you will get full credit.
Please note:
Late, uncorrected, or unscored assignments will get, at most, half credit.
Choices for tonight include:
Central Tendencies Practice
Order of Operations - Again!
(I don't have a copy of the pre-quiz here ... yet!)
QUIZLET -
See the choices below and how to do them on last Thursday's homework list;
There is now a set called "Central Tendencies" too!
Due Thursday - or it's LATE!
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Homework for Tuesday, October 15
Assignment: Choice #3
We're on the home stretch! I hope you selected something that will help you feel prepared for the test on Thursday. Please see yesterday's blog entry if you have any questions.
Otherwise ...
Here is a copy of an assignment option you can print:
Order of Operations - Again! *this is the newest one
Please look back at Choice #1 and Choice #2 options if you would like other options
Due Wednesday
We're on the home stretch! I hope you selected something that will help you feel prepared for the test on Thursday. Please see yesterday's blog entry if you have any questions.
Otherwise ...
Here is a copy of an assignment option you can print:
Order of Operations - Again! *this is the newest one
Please look back at Choice #1 and Choice #2 options if you would like other options
Due Wednesday
Monday, October 14, 2013
Homework for Monday, Oct. 14
Assignment: Choice #2
Today you were to choose your second assignment for test preparation ... many of you chose 2 or more! Remember that only one is "required" for credit, but you will get credit for each one that you complete.
Before I get into those choices, let's talk about the test itself:
*You will be required to organize 3 different lists of data and caclulate the mean, median, mode, and range for each. You will also receive two questions that have you working with the data in a way that shows you understand it. (17 points)
*You will be required to organize 2 different lists of data and create 5-number summaries and a box-plot for each. (14 points - 1 for each number in the summary, 1 per box plot, 1 per labeled and accurate scale)
*Order of Operations - multiple brackets, basic operations, exponents; NO decimals, fractions, or negatives (8 problems for 8 points).
Okay, your choices for homework today were many. A few of those I have available for you here, including Quizlet. Please see the previous entry (last Thursday's homework) for the Quizlet directions and options.
Also available:
Logan's (this is the LONG homework and it's not easy!)
Order of Operations with Exponents
Order of Operations - test level
If you've lost yours already, I hope these are enough options for you! Please send me an email if you'd like another option and I will see if I can send you one.
Due Tuesday
Today you were to choose your second assignment for test preparation ... many of you chose 2 or more! Remember that only one is "required" for credit, but you will get credit for each one that you complete.
Before I get into those choices, let's talk about the test itself:
*You will be required to organize 3 different lists of data and caclulate the mean, median, mode, and range for each. You will also receive two questions that have you working with the data in a way that shows you understand it. (17 points)
*You will be required to organize 2 different lists of data and create 5-number summaries and a box-plot for each. (14 points - 1 for each number in the summary, 1 per box plot, 1 per labeled and accurate scale)
*Order of Operations - multiple brackets, basic operations, exponents; NO decimals, fractions, or negatives (8 problems for 8 points).
Okay, your choices for homework today were many. A few of those I have available for you here, including Quizlet. Please see the previous entry (last Thursday's homework) for the Quizlet directions and options.
Also available:
Logan's (this is the LONG homework and it's not easy!)
Order of Operations with Exponents
Order of Operations - test level
If you've lost yours already, I hope these are enough options for you! Please send me an email if you'd like another option and I will see if I can send you one.
Due Tuesday
Thursday, October 10, 2013
Homework for Thursday, 10/10
Assignment: Ops Choice #1
Today you chose the order of operations homework that you felt would best prepare you for the test next Thursday. You will eventually select 3 of these assignments, but this is the one that sets the pace. Pay attention to where you make mistakes so that your next selections reflect where you need the most practice. I can always offer you advice, but ultimately it's up to you.
Important notes:
*You MAY change your mind about the assignment you have chosen. I will post most of the worksheets here and you can print and complete any of them in place of the one I printed off for you at school.
*You MAY do more than the three (order of operations) assignments for credit. Three is the minimum. More practice never hurts; you will receive credit for every assignment you complete.
*You MAY redo these assignments, but redoing them before the test is most beneficial. Obviously?
QUIZLET:
Your Quizlet options for this test are the sets that follow:
Order of Operations #1, Order of Operations with Exponents, and Order of Operations (more basics).
*After selecting the set you want to use, click on the "test" option for study.
*When the test is generated, go to the right hand box and check only "Written" and "Multiple Choice" as options. Then select, "20" for the number of questions and finally "reconfigure."
*Complete the test, click "Check Answers" at the bottom, print, and turn it in the printed results.
*If you cannot print the test, have your parent sign a note that you completed the test and turn that in instead.
*This is assignment is graded as complete/incomplete.
Worksheets:
*Order of Operations - test level
*Order of Operations, Logan's this was the most challenging option; proceed with caution!
I will eventually have most of the worksheets available online This is a work in progress, so keep checking back, okay?
One of these is Due Monday
Today you chose the order of operations homework that you felt would best prepare you for the test next Thursday. You will eventually select 3 of these assignments, but this is the one that sets the pace. Pay attention to where you make mistakes so that your next selections reflect where you need the most practice. I can always offer you advice, but ultimately it's up to you.
Important notes:
*You MAY change your mind about the assignment you have chosen. I will post most of the worksheets here and you can print and complete any of them in place of the one I printed off for you at school.
*You MAY do more than the three (order of operations) assignments for credit. Three is the minimum. More practice never hurts; you will receive credit for every assignment you complete.
*You MAY redo these assignments, but redoing them before the test is most beneficial. Obviously?
QUIZLET:
Your Quizlet options for this test are the sets that follow:
Order of Operations #1, Order of Operations with Exponents, and Order of Operations (more basics).
*After selecting the set you want to use, click on the "test" option for study.
*When the test is generated, go to the right hand box and check only "Written" and "Multiple Choice" as options. Then select, "20" for the number of questions and finally "reconfigure."
*Complete the test, click "Check Answers" at the bottom, print, and turn it in the printed results.
*If you cannot print the test, have your parent sign a note that you completed the test and turn that in instead.
*This is assignment is graded as complete/incomplete.
Worksheets:
*Order of Operations - test level
*Order of Operations, Logan's this was the most challenging option; proceed with caution!
I will eventually have most of the worksheets available online This is a work in progress, so keep checking back, okay?
One of these is Due Monday
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Homework for Wednesday, Oct. 9
Homework: Does the Data Fit
You might look at this as a backwards worksheet. This time you will be given the central tendencies and will need to come up with six data values that fit the set. Trial and error combined with good elimination strategies will help this homework go more smoothly. Figure out the "rules" that you know as you go and by the time you get to problem #4, you'll be moving faster.
*THIS LINK might help, and it might not ... but it will give you something to think about.
*On problems 5 - 8 explain. I get more particular with your explanations as the year goes on and we're already starting that climb. I want to understand your thinking; "because" is not an explanation, it's an excuse. ;-)
There is no electronic copy of this worksheet at this time.
Due Thursday
Task: Sign up for Quizlet
If you are interested, tonight would be a good night to sign up for Quizlet. In fact, I strongly recommend it to everyone, I just don't require it.
Quizlet is a site where I have made study pages for the majority of the skills you need to master in Transition Math. It's a private page and it may be used for math homework credit if selected. I know that Mr. Campbell uses it for Advanced Science and many students create pages for studying things like Spanish vocabulary and world capitals. Do check it out!
Steps:
1) Join Quizlet.
Follow the directions on the site.
2) Search for "Olympia NOVA School" (there is a search bar)
3) When you try to use the page, it will tell you that you are not a member. Send a request to join; I will be checking this evening and sending you verification that you're in!
Remember to also send me your user name if it isn't "obvious" who you are. Thank you!
You might look at this as a backwards worksheet. This time you will be given the central tendencies and will need to come up with six data values that fit the set. Trial and error combined with good elimination strategies will help this homework go more smoothly. Figure out the "rules" that you know as you go and by the time you get to problem #4, you'll be moving faster.
*THIS LINK might help, and it might not ... but it will give you something to think about.
*On problems 5 - 8 explain. I get more particular with your explanations as the year goes on and we're already starting that climb. I want to understand your thinking; "because" is not an explanation, it's an excuse. ;-)
There is no electronic copy of this worksheet at this time.
Due Thursday
Task: Sign up for Quizlet
If you are interested, tonight would be a good night to sign up for Quizlet. In fact, I strongly recommend it to everyone, I just don't require it.
Quizlet is a site where I have made study pages for the majority of the skills you need to master in Transition Math. It's a private page and it may be used for math homework credit if selected. I know that Mr. Campbell uses it for Advanced Science and many students create pages for studying things like Spanish vocabulary and world capitals. Do check it out!
Steps:
1) Join Quizlet.
Follow the directions on the site.
2) Search for "Olympia NOVA School" (there is a search bar)
3) When you try to use the page, it will tell you that you are not a member. Send a request to join; I will be checking this evening and sending you verification that you're in!
Remember to also send me your user name if it isn't "obvious" who you are. Thank you!
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
2 Homeworks for 2sday, October 8
Assignment #1: Mo'mail
Go to TeacherEase.
Find the assignment, "Mo'mail."
Send Mo an email from this assignment FROM TeacherEase saying that you were successful.
If you are not successful, send me a regular email explaining where you got stuck and we will get it figured out.
Assignment #2: Order of Operations #3
This is your third individualized assignment for the order of operations.
This worksheet represents where I think you are in this process; you will have the opportunity to select your next 3 order of operations assignments based on where YOU think you are.
Obviously, I cannot attach all of your assignments individually here, so Liam, you will need to nab your sheet from me tomorrow. (get well soon!)
Please refer to the Mo'help tab if you need order of operations review; I have the link there.
Due Wednesday
Go to TeacherEase.
Find the assignment, "Mo'mail."
Send Mo an email from this assignment FROM TeacherEase saying that you were successful.
If you are not successful, send me a regular email explaining where you got stuck and we will get it figured out.
Assignment #2: Order of Operations #3
This is your third individualized assignment for the order of operations.
This worksheet represents where I think you are in this process; you will have the opportunity to select your next 3 order of operations assignments based on where YOU think you are.
Obviously, I cannot attach all of your assignments individually here, so Liam, you will need to nab your sheet from me tomorrow. (get well soon!)
Please refer to the Mo'help tab if you need order of operations review; I have the link there.
Due Wednesday
Monday, October 7, 2013
Homework for Monday, Oct. 7
Assignment: 11.2 Practice worksheet
This worksheet will help you assess your understanding of 5-number summaries and box-plots. Answer the questions to the best of your ability, but don't be afraid to ask someone either. Start thinking about asking people other than me (aka Mo) because I don't want to "give" you the answer, I want you to find it.
FYI, there is more than one acceptable answer to the first question, but not the others. ;-)
*Be sure to identify your 5-number summary for each question, either within the box-plot or on the side.
*I need to be able to tell the numbers you used in your graph. Make it clear. You can draw it on the worksheet, or use notebook or graph paper; your choice!
*Each of your box plots should have a different scale. Remember to create a scale that is accurate and consistent for your box plots that makes sense with each set of data. We went over this in class today, so think hard.
Need help thinking about box plots? Try THIS LINK for creating your 5-number summaries or THIS LINK for drawing them and creating a scale.
Due Tuesday
This worksheet will help you assess your understanding of 5-number summaries and box-plots. Answer the questions to the best of your ability, but don't be afraid to ask someone either. Start thinking about asking people other than me (aka Mo) because I don't want to "give" you the answer, I want you to find it.
FYI, there is more than one acceptable answer to the first question, but not the others. ;-)
*Be sure to identify your 5-number summary for each question, either within the box-plot or on the side.
*I need to be able to tell the numbers you used in your graph. Make it clear. You can draw it on the worksheet, or use notebook or graph paper; your choice!
*Each of your box plots should have a different scale. Remember to create a scale that is accurate and consistent for your box plots that makes sense with each set of data. We went over this in class today, so think hard.
Need help thinking about box plots? Try THIS LINK for creating your 5-number summaries or THIS LINK for drawing them and creating a scale.
Due Tuesday
Friday, October 4, 2013
Congratulations!
I had a LOT of fun at the Quiz Bowl today. This was truly the best first-round set of games we've had. Thank you to ALL of you for being such a good, supportive, and enthusiastic audience. Excellent student questions too; they were terrific and all of the writers knew their own answers when asked. I look forward to some stimulating games this year!
And a special congratulations to the final round participants:
*The 8th grade guests: Behzad, Kahlil, Sanjeev, and Andre
*The 6th grade reps: Quinn, Vidushi, Jaden, and Gabby
*The winning (by only 2 points!) teacher team: Mr. Gacek, Flem, Mr. Kehoe, and Barbara
Mo ;-)
And a special congratulations to the final round participants:
*The 8th grade guests: Behzad, Kahlil, Sanjeev, and Andre
*The 6th grade reps: Quinn, Vidushi, Jaden, and Gabby
*The winning (by only 2 points!) teacher team: Mr. Gacek, Flem, Mr. Kehoe, and Barbara
Mo ;-)
Thursday, October 3, 2013
Homework for Thursday, Oct. 3
Assignment: What Does it Mean? worksheet
*Be careful when determining your central tendencies. If you mess it up at the start, you will mess up the entire worksheet.
*Answer the questions like the intelligent non-2nd grade person that you are. Use some of the fabulous vocabulary and be specific in your reasoning. Questions 4 - 6 are worth two points each and I won't give those points easily!
*Feel free to ask your parents "what" the question is asking if you aren't sure that you understand it. It should be apparent from the way the question is worded, but ask if you don't feel that it is.
*I do have a copy of the worksheet HERE!
*Amiel, feel free to download the copy above and complete this at home ... one less thing to collect when you get back! (get well soon)
Due Friday
*Be careful when determining your central tendencies. If you mess it up at the start, you will mess up the entire worksheet.
*Answer the questions like the intelligent non-2nd grade person that you are. Use some of the fabulous vocabulary and be specific in your reasoning. Questions 4 - 6 are worth two points each and I won't give those points easily!
*Feel free to ask your parents "what" the question is asking if you aren't sure that you understand it. It should be apparent from the way the question is worded, but ask if you don't feel that it is.
*I do have a copy of the worksheet HERE!
*Amiel, feel free to download the copy above and complete this at home ... one less thing to collect when you get back! (get well soon)
Due Friday
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Homework for Tuesday, 10/1
Assignment: Central Tendency, ws 14
This assignment has you reading data from a chart rather than a graph, but you still need to organize it to answer the questions! Be careful ... make sure you answer and label every part of each question. It's worth 10 points because #3 and #4 are worth 3 points each.
*I have made an extra copy of this assignment HERE.
Due Wednesday
This assignment has you reading data from a chart rather than a graph, but you still need to organize it to answer the questions! Be careful ... make sure you answer and label every part of each question. It's worth 10 points because #3 and #4 are worth 3 points each.
*I have made an extra copy of this assignment HERE.
Due Wednesday
Monday, September 30, 2013
Homework for Monday, Sept 30
Assignment: Order of Operations #1
This is your very first differentiated assignment! This means that you have an assignment that reflects the areas you missed (meaning you need more practice) on the pre-quiz. For some of you, this material is new. For others, you need to review. In any case, do your best! Soon you will be choosing your order of ops homework; we will be reviewing them in class as well.
*If you are wondering how you did no the pre-quiz, go to TeacherEase and look in the "comments" section of the pre-quiz assignment.
*If you would like help reviewing the order, click on THIS LINK.
*If I read you wrong and you feel your homework is too difficult, just give it your best shot ... ask for help if you need to.
*Show me ALL of your work. We will be going over what this means specifically in class on Wednesday.
*If you lost your homewor, go ahead and CLICK HERE for something to do tonight. I cannot promise you will feel it's good homework for you, but at least you can practice and turn something in tomorrow.
DUE TUESDAY
This is your very first differentiated assignment! This means that you have an assignment that reflects the areas you missed (meaning you need more practice) on the pre-quiz. For some of you, this material is new. For others, you need to review. In any case, do your best! Soon you will be choosing your order of ops homework; we will be reviewing them in class as well.
*If you are wondering how you did no the pre-quiz, go to TeacherEase and look in the "comments" section of the pre-quiz assignment.
*If you would like help reviewing the order, click on THIS LINK.
*If I read you wrong and you feel your homework is too difficult, just give it your best shot ... ask for help if you need to.
*Show me ALL of your work. We will be going over what this means specifically in class on Wednesday.
*If you lost your homewor, go ahead and CLICK HERE for something to do tonight. I cannot promise you will feel it's good homework for you, but at least you can practice and turn something in tomorrow.
DUE TUESDAY
Thursday, September 26, 2013
Homework for Thursday, Sept 26
Assignment: Slugville
(click on the title of the assignment for a copy)
This assignment requires you to identify the different central tendencies in a data set and then refigure those averages when new data is added. They are all "averages" and they are all accurate, so how do you know which one to use?
*Make sure you do not use a calculator for this assignment. Use the organized list they provide and add to it for question "f." Show your work; if I do not see it, you will have to redo the entire page.
*Explain your answers. You don't need to write me a story, but let me know the data you used and how you used it.
*Question e: When explaining why you think an income is "typical," you are going to need to explain to me the definition for "typical" that you are using. I don't mean the one in Webster's dictionary, I mean the way you would argue the point if asked the question. What would your reasoning be?
*Question f: Calculate and name all 3 of the changes; "they changed," is not a quality answer.
You may do your work on the sheet or on another sheet of paper.
Due Friday
(click on the title of the assignment for a copy)
This assignment requires you to identify the different central tendencies in a data set and then refigure those averages when new data is added. They are all "averages" and they are all accurate, so how do you know which one to use?
*Make sure you do not use a calculator for this assignment. Use the organized list they provide and add to it for question "f." Show your work; if I do not see it, you will have to redo the entire page.
*Explain your answers. You don't need to write me a story, but let me know the data you used and how you used it.
*Question e: When explaining why you think an income is "typical," you are going to need to explain to me the definition for "typical" that you are using. I don't mean the one in Webster's dictionary, I mean the way you would argue the point if asked the question. What would your reasoning be?
*Question f: Calculate and name all 3 of the changes; "they changed," is not a quality answer.
You may do your work on the sheet or on another sheet of paper.
Due Friday
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Homework for Weds, Sept 25
Assignment: Pets ws
Don't mislead yourself: this homework IS hard. Not the numbers, not the bar graphs, but really reading the data that is in them and understanding it. I want you to really stretch yourself to remember what a bar graph represents; you've made hundreds of them, yes?
*Don't forget to think about how the data is tallied. It is different for each of the graphs. If you were taking (or giving) the survey, how would you draw the graph?
*The graphs are DIFFERENT. Make sure you are using the one that gives you the information for the question that is being asked. You only need one of them AND ...
*Some of the questions cannot be answered. If you don't have enough information to answer the question, then you need to explain why and tell me what information you would need to answer it.
*Hint: We practiced a little of this in class today when I showed the class coin box plot graph each of you made over the histogram. Think about how the data is recorded ... don't just look at the highest bar and call it good.
You may complete this assignment in the margins, on the back of the worksheet, or on another sheet of paper. Your preference.
P.S. Ben - there is no copy of this assignment, so you can pick it up at school when you get back.
Due Thursday
Don't mislead yourself: this homework IS hard. Not the numbers, not the bar graphs, but really reading the data that is in them and understanding it. I want you to really stretch yourself to remember what a bar graph represents; you've made hundreds of them, yes?
*Don't forget to think about how the data is tallied. It is different for each of the graphs. If you were taking (or giving) the survey, how would you draw the graph?
*The graphs are DIFFERENT. Make sure you are using the one that gives you the information for the question that is being asked. You only need one of them AND ...
*Some of the questions cannot be answered. If you don't have enough information to answer the question, then you need to explain why and tell me what information you would need to answer it.
*Hint: We practiced a little of this in class today when I showed the class coin box plot graph each of you made over the histogram. Think about how the data is recorded ... don't just look at the highest bar and call it good.
You may complete this assignment in the margins, on the back of the worksheet, or on another sheet of paper. Your preference.
P.S. Ben - there is no copy of this assignment, so you can pick it up at school when you get back.
Due Thursday
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Homework for Tuesday, Sept 24
First of all, a profuse apology for my just getting around to posting this assignment now. I was super busy during the school hours, had a long staff meeting after school, ate dinner on the fly, then had volleyball games until 8:00! So here I am ... better late than never?
Assignment: Sodas ws
This assignment is meant to give you the opportunity to "read" a histogram for information.
*What do you know about the scale up the left hand side of the graph?
*How do the labels at the bottom help you?
*What does this graph not tell you?
It does tell you more than at first glance. Remember what I said? If it takes you just a few minutes, you probably did it incorrectly. My guess is that it should take you 5 - 10 minutes to really read the questions, assess the graph, and figure out the answers. Dig deep ... you can do it!
Note: there is no copy of this assignment available online because I did not create it, so I cannot link to it. If you lost of forgot it, you will have to grab a copy from the assignment board in the front of the classroom tomorrow and do it when you can ... and make a better arrangement with your partner for the next assignment!
Due Wednesday
Assignment: Sodas ws
This assignment is meant to give you the opportunity to "read" a histogram for information.
*What do you know about the scale up the left hand side of the graph?
*How do the labels at the bottom help you?
*What does this graph not tell you?
It does tell you more than at first glance. Remember what I said? If it takes you just a few minutes, you probably did it incorrectly. My guess is that it should take you 5 - 10 minutes to really read the questions, assess the graph, and figure out the answers. Dig deep ... you can do it!
Note: there is no copy of this assignment available online because I did not create it, so I cannot link to it. If you lost of forgot it, you will have to grab a copy from the assignment board in the front of the classroom tomorrow and do it when you can ... and make a better arrangement with your partner for the next assignment!
Due Wednesday
Monday, September 23, 2013
Homework for Monday, Sept. 23
Assignment: Alphabet Probability
Tonight we are collecting data of the frequency of letters used in books and articles. You should use something that is very "reader friendly," not a science journal or geography atlas. You may use a fiction book or newspaper article of your choice. The guidelines are:
*Select 100 words; they should be in sequence, not random words on the page. It does not matter where you begin your 100 words in the book/article, just that you tally the letters for 100 sequential words.
*Make tally marks on the grid for EVERY letter in those 100 words. Be methodical and accurate.
*Total your tally marks in the spaces provided. Be methodical and accurate.
*Answer the questions that follow on the page.
*If you lost or forgot your worksheet, you can get a copy of it by clicking HERE.
Due Tuesday
Pre-Quiz Results: available online in TeacherEase
You should have received an invitation a week ago via email to TeacherEase which is where you can see your progress and grades this trimester. If you have NOT received this invitation, please send me an email now and I will resend your invitation. Directions for the site are included with that invitation.
*Your pre-quiz scores will show up in the "Comments" box of the assignment. Please follow these directions - Under Academics, select Student Progress Update > Transition Math (overall grade for class is blue, select this) > Pre-Quiz comment.
*Strangely, I haven't figured out how to see this comment (which is your score of 10) without going this route. I thought it would show up under, "Assignments and Lessons," but it doesn't. I also noticed that if you select "Pre-Quiz" from the News Feed list, it does not show you the comment there either. So poke around ... it's there!
*Your pre-quiz scores will not count unless you let me know that you want to count it. You can let me know by selecting "Send email to teachers" under the "Communicate" heading on the TeacherEase site, or just general email if you prefer.
*We will be moving forward from wherever you are; thank you for the notes!
Mo ;-)
Tonight we are collecting data of the frequency of letters used in books and articles. You should use something that is very "reader friendly," not a science journal or geography atlas. You may use a fiction book or newspaper article of your choice. The guidelines are:
*Select 100 words; they should be in sequence, not random words on the page. It does not matter where you begin your 100 words in the book/article, just that you tally the letters for 100 sequential words.
*Make tally marks on the grid for EVERY letter in those 100 words. Be methodical and accurate.
*Total your tally marks in the spaces provided. Be methodical and accurate.
*Answer the questions that follow on the page.
*If you lost or forgot your worksheet, you can get a copy of it by clicking HERE.
Due Tuesday
Pre-Quiz Results: available online in TeacherEase
You should have received an invitation a week ago via email to TeacherEase which is where you can see your progress and grades this trimester. If you have NOT received this invitation, please send me an email now and I will resend your invitation. Directions for the site are included with that invitation.
*Your pre-quiz scores will show up in the "Comments" box of the assignment. Please follow these directions - Under Academics, select Student Progress Update > Transition Math (overall grade for class is blue, select this) > Pre-Quiz comment.
*Strangely, I haven't figured out how to see this comment (which is your score of 10) without going this route. I thought it would show up under, "Assignments and Lessons," but it doesn't. I also noticed that if you select "Pre-Quiz" from the News Feed list, it does not show you the comment there either. So poke around ... it's there!
*Your pre-quiz scores will not count unless you let me know that you want to count it. You can let me know by selecting "Send email to teachers" under the "Communicate" heading on the TeacherEase site, or just general email if you prefer.
*We will be moving forward from wherever you are; thank you for the notes!
Mo ;-)
Sunday, September 22, 2013
Extra Candy Points!
We've had some fun opportunities for extra candy points lately and you've all put in good effort towards earning them! On Monday I will be adding an extra candy point for:
Marshmallow Contest 1: Team Phoebe, Rizley, Liam, and Kali
Marshmallow Contest 2: Team Maggie, John, Aidan, and Rachel
Guess Who? (tie) Team Abby, Amiel, Harry, and Emma ES with Team Sneha, William WR, Thomas, and Maddy.
Most Signatures: Finn
Congratulations to you all and have a great rest of your weekend!
Mo ;-)
Marshmallow Contest 1: Team Phoebe, Rizley, Liam, and Kali
Marshmallow Contest 2: Team Maggie, John, Aidan, and Rachel
Guess Who? (tie) Team Abby, Amiel, Harry, and Emma ES with Team Sneha, William WR, Thomas, and Maddy.
Most Signatures: Finn
Congratulations to you all and have a great rest of your weekend!
Mo ;-)
Thursday, September 19, 2013
Homework for Thursday, 9/19
Assignment: One More Observation (and corrections to your box plot if necessary)
Make one more observation that speaks to what you now understand about box plots.
*Things that you might address are what they do or do not show you, how the data is organized, why they come in different sizes, and what those shapes tell you.
*You can use examples from the coin data (comparing it to the class histogram), things that you remembered observing or hearing in class today, or you can make up examples of how different data (like M&Ms) might be represented. You could also speak to the benefits or limitations to box plots. Let me know what you think!
*If you noticed today that your box plot was made incorrectly, now is the time to fix that as well. Just draw it on your paper in the space you have left between your histogram and your old box plot.
Due Friday: Histogram and Box Plot of Class Data, two (total) observations/comparisans.
Tonight you should first focus on your science conclusion that is due tomorrow; please make it your priority, then do the math as time allows.
Thank you, by the way, for your fabulous feedback in class! I appreciate your comments and ideas in how to make this blog even more useful for you this year.
Mo ;-)
Make one more observation that speaks to what you now understand about box plots.
*Things that you might address are what they do or do not show you, how the data is organized, why they come in different sizes, and what those shapes tell you.
*You can use examples from the coin data (comparing it to the class histogram), things that you remembered observing or hearing in class today, or you can make up examples of how different data (like M&Ms) might be represented. You could also speak to the benefits or limitations to box plots. Let me know what you think!
*If you noticed today that your box plot was made incorrectly, now is the time to fix that as well. Just draw it on your paper in the space you have left between your histogram and your old box plot.
Due Friday: Histogram and Box Plot of Class Data, two (total) observations/comparisans.
Tonight you should first focus on your science conclusion that is due tomorrow; please make it your priority, then do the math as time allows.
Thank you, by the way, for your fabulous feedback in class! I appreciate your comments and ideas in how to make this blog even more useful for you this year.
Mo ;-)
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Homework for Weds, Sept 18
Assignment: 2 graphs of class data, 1 observation
Yes, many of you were totally boggled by today's lesson! That's a GOOD thing, trust me. (it's hard to trust someone who just threw too much information at your brain, yes?)
So, what follows is what you need to do tonight.
And it's OKAY if you make mistakes, just put in your best effort. ;-)
1) Class Coin Data Histogram
This is the tedious, yet simple, illustration of all of the coins in your class period.
*Have the blank white space at the top of your page.
*Write the graph title and scale (1 box = 1 coin) and your name in the white space.
*Across the bottom of your page, mark the years.
*Up the left hand side of your page mark the number of coins; go up to 30.
*Fill in the bars with the CLASS data from your period. Those numbers are available HERE for Period 1 and HERE for Period 2 if you have lost them.
*This may be in one, two, three, or 50 colors, it's up to you.
2) Box Plot
This is the complex graphing of 5 numbers that probably doesn't make sense to you yet. Shall I repeat, that's OKAY?!? The point is that you are going to create this graph using the 5 numbers I give you and see what you can figure out.
*Above your histogram yet below the white space, you will create the box plot. It will lie across your page from left (2013) to the oldest coin point (using the data from your class) on the right.
*You will need the 5-number summary from YOUR class period that I created for you. For those 5 numbers click HERE.
*If you would like to see again what a box plot looks like, click HERE. That's the general picture; all box plots look about the same (shape), but come in different sizes depending upon the data you are using. This is one of the things you should try to figure out, by the way ... if it's in quarters, why aren't they all the same size? Hmmm...
*You will connect the dots on the 5-number summary: 2 whiskers (one at each end) and a box that is divided in half by the median (3rd) number. For more detailed directions on how to do this, click HERE.
That's really it for that. Box plots are quick and simple to draw once you get the hang of them. Now comes the tougher part ...
3) Your Observation(s)
At this point, you may have no idea what you created on your page, but hopefully you noticed some things while you did the work. What I want you to do now is tell me what you THINK you did. I will tell you that the data in your histogram and the box plot is the SAME ... so why do they look so different? What do their shapes tell you? What do you think you see, or, what don't you see? What do the quartiles represent? Etc. I promise you that box plots will not only become very useful to you, you will eventually find them easy to read and interpret ... but they have their limits and you need to understand them.
So, let me know what you're thinking. "I don't know," or "I don't understand," aren't acceptable observations. What do you THINK you see?!?!? You are seeing something whether or not you understand it, so take your best shot. We will discuss these tomorrow in depth and I bet you will figure out more than you think you know.
*This should be in paragraph form and should contain as much information as you think is relevant.
*This is an effort based assignment: truly try and you'll be fine. Give up easily or toss it aside and you won't be stretching your brain enough to grow. Go for it!
Due Thursday
Yes, many of you were totally boggled by today's lesson! That's a GOOD thing, trust me. (it's hard to trust someone who just threw too much information at your brain, yes?)
So, what follows is what you need to do tonight.
And it's OKAY if you make mistakes, just put in your best effort. ;-)
1) Class Coin Data Histogram
This is the tedious, yet simple, illustration of all of the coins in your class period.
*Have the blank white space at the top of your page.
*Write the graph title and scale (1 box = 1 coin) and your name in the white space.
*Across the bottom of your page, mark the years.
*Up the left hand side of your page mark the number of coins; go up to 30.
*Fill in the bars with the CLASS data from your period. Those numbers are available HERE for Period 1 and HERE for Period 2 if you have lost them.
*This may be in one, two, three, or 50 colors, it's up to you.
2) Box Plot
This is the complex graphing of 5 numbers that probably doesn't make sense to you yet. Shall I repeat, that's OKAY?!? The point is that you are going to create this graph using the 5 numbers I give you and see what you can figure out.
*Above your histogram yet below the white space, you will create the box plot. It will lie across your page from left (2013) to the oldest coin point (using the data from your class) on the right.
*You will need the 5-number summary from YOUR class period that I created for you. For those 5 numbers click HERE.
*If you would like to see again what a box plot looks like, click HERE. That's the general picture; all box plots look about the same (shape), but come in different sizes depending upon the data you are using. This is one of the things you should try to figure out, by the way ... if it's in quarters, why aren't they all the same size? Hmmm...
*You will connect the dots on the 5-number summary: 2 whiskers (one at each end) and a box that is divided in half by the median (3rd) number. For more detailed directions on how to do this, click HERE.
That's really it for that. Box plots are quick and simple to draw once you get the hang of them. Now comes the tougher part ...
3) Your Observation(s)
At this point, you may have no idea what you created on your page, but hopefully you noticed some things while you did the work. What I want you to do now is tell me what you THINK you did. I will tell you that the data in your histogram and the box plot is the SAME ... so why do they look so different? What do their shapes tell you? What do you think you see, or, what don't you see? What do the quartiles represent? Etc. I promise you that box plots will not only become very useful to you, you will eventually find them easy to read and interpret ... but they have their limits and you need to understand them.
So, let me know what you're thinking. "I don't know," or "I don't understand," aren't acceptable observations. What do you THINK you see?!?!? You are seeing something whether or not you understand it, so take your best shot. We will discuss these tomorrow in depth and I bet you will figure out more than you think you know.
*This should be in paragraph form and should contain as much information as you think is relevant.
*This is an effort based assignment: truly try and you'll be fine. Give up easily or toss it aside and you won't be stretching your brain enough to grow. Go for it!
Due Thursday
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Homework for Tuesday, Sept 17
Homework: Three Graphs and Four Observations (total)
1) Three Observations:
You need to use the two graphs you made last night (of your partner's and your data) to make THREE wonderful observations.
- These observations should compare your two histograms, specifically noting what you observe about the differences and similarities in their shapes.
- It is best if you try to make at least one observation regarding a similarity and one regarding a difference, but this is not required.
- These observations should be made on a separate piece of paper; you may hand write or type them.
- Use the fabulous vocabulary, numbers, and examples as we practiced in class today; be brave and adventurous and try new words!
- Dig deep, making these observations better than you could have made in the 3rd grade, eh?
- You may make more than three observations if you want additional feedback.
*HINT - I should be able to tell from your explanation what your point is and what the data you are comparing looks like without looking at your graphs.
2) Combined Data Graph and One Observation
You need to make one new graph that is a stack bar combining your coin data with your partner's, then one brilliant observation about how your graph changed shape with the addition of your partner's data.
- You should use the same scale and the same colors that you used in your first two graphs; be sure to indicate these colors in a legend on this page as well.
- Stack one set of data on top of the other set making those bars higher; the total in one "bar" should be represented by the total amount listed on the left hand side of the graph.
- Your observation for this section should discuss how the shape of your data changed (or did not). Remember, telling me that there are "more coins now," or, "my bars got higher," does not tell me anything that I wouldn't know without even needing to look at your graph. So LOOK and observe!
- This observation should be made on the same page as your graph, although you can do it on another sheet of paper (hand written or typed) if you are concerned about neatness.
All of this is Due Wednesday
1) Three Observations:
You need to use the two graphs you made last night (of your partner's and your data) to make THREE wonderful observations.
- These observations should compare your two histograms, specifically noting what you observe about the differences and similarities in their shapes.
- It is best if you try to make at least one observation regarding a similarity and one regarding a difference, but this is not required.
- These observations should be made on a separate piece of paper; you may hand write or type them.
- Use the fabulous vocabulary, numbers, and examples as we practiced in class today; be brave and adventurous and try new words!
- Dig deep, making these observations better than you could have made in the 3rd grade, eh?
- You may make more than three observations if you want additional feedback.
*HINT - I should be able to tell from your explanation what your point is and what the data you are comparing looks like without looking at your graphs.
2) Combined Data Graph and One Observation
You need to make one new graph that is a stack bar combining your coin data with your partner's, then one brilliant observation about how your graph changed shape with the addition of your partner's data.
- You should use the same scale and the same colors that you used in your first two graphs; be sure to indicate these colors in a legend on this page as well.
- Stack one set of data on top of the other set making those bars higher; the total in one "bar" should be represented by the total amount listed on the left hand side of the graph.
- Your observation for this section should discuss how the shape of your data changed (or did not). Remember, telling me that there are "more coins now," or, "my bars got higher," does not tell me anything that I wouldn't know without even needing to look at your graph. So LOOK and observe!
- This observation should be made on the same page as your graph, although you can do it on another sheet of paper (hand written or typed) if you are concerned about neatness.
All of this is Due Wednesday
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