Tuesday September 27, 2016

Learning Goal:
We are learning to define key terms in math
We are learning to apply proportional reasoning to similar triangles


Tuesday Warm-up: Solve-Me Mobile

We will take up the activity on PG 19 of your text to define the properties of similar triangles. We will summarize your findings on an anchor chart.

Next, I will model an example – using the same process as converting units. Now you will try with a partner on some vertical space. Make sure to get your work checked. More practice can be found on PG 26-27 #1, 3, 4, 8, 11

If you were away, you can see the notes here.

 

September 26-27, 2016

Learning Goal:
We are learning to define key terms in math
We are learning to apply proportional reasoning to similar triangles


Monday Warm-Up: Visual Patterns

We will use this document to solve visual patterns and create equations.

If you have been away, get a device and watch Solving Proportions. Take notes!

We have been using proportions to convert units. Today, we will use the same ideas in a new situation!

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Similar triangles! We will be using a textbook today. We will begin by scanning the text – section 1.3. What key terms will we have to know by the end?

Follow the instructions on PG 19 of your text to investigate the properties of similar triangles. We will summarize your findings on an anchor chart.

Next, I will model an example – using the same process as converting units. Now you will try with a partner on some vertical space. Make sure to get your work checked. More practice can be found on PG 26-27 #1, 3, 4, 8, 11

 

Tuesday September 20, 2016

Learning Goal:

We are learning to apply different methods to solve problems with proportional reasoning.


Warm Up – Tuesday:

Solve Me Mobiles

We will begin by reviewing what proportions and ratios are using the interlocking cubes: Using Ratio to describe parts of a whole

Next we will use this information to create our definitions for the terms

Ratio

Proportion

How tall are you? How much do you weigh? You don’t have to answer those questions, but think about the units your would use in these cases.

Mini-lesson: converting units using proportional reasoning.

For your practice today, you will use the vertical space in the room. Work with a partner! Once you think you have it, have me check your work.