Class Notes 10/28

Today in class we worked more with patterns. We spent a lot of time today looking at patterns and worked on strategies on how to find patterns of a string of numbers. We then spent a time going over the patterns I asked you to create and we then tried to solve each pattern and fill in the blanks.

There is no homework due for Friday, but we will have a test on Tuesday Nov. 3. The test will cover all of chapter 1 (estimation, exponents, order of operations, and patterns, there also may be a question or two regarding the mathematicians projects we worked on). So I suggest you start looking over the material so that you can come to me in class or free time with questions.

This will be the first test, which means it will be a little longer than the quiz you previously took, but I don't expect it to be overwhelming. I want to challenge you, but at the same time I will not make this impossible for you to do. I think you all will do great. We will use Friday as a study period so that we can review some material that we haven't gone over in a few weeks and you can ask me questions about the test.

See you all Friday!

Mr. Schroth

Class Notes 10/26

Today in class we practiced more with identifying patterns and filling in the missing terms. We did some more packet work and had the students start creating their own patterns.

Homework due 10/18: Pg. 31 # 1-15 all, also create your own pattern for the class to solve in class on Wednesday.

**Chapter 1 Test will be on Tuesday 11/3**

Class Notes 10/16

Today in class we went over some problems addressing how to choose the appropriate method to solve a problem (mental math, pencil and paper, or calculator). Even though you can use your calculator its still important to be able to know how to do problems the other two ways. You won't always have a calculator at your fingertips.

For Homework, Due 10/20. Read section 1.6 (pages 29 &30).

Have a great weekend.

Mr. Schroth

Class Notes 10/14

Today in class we covered section 1.5 which is trying to figure out which method of solving a problem is correct. We can always use a calculator but is it honestly always the best choice? What if you don't have a calculator on you. This section is meant to help you understand when to use your head, when to use pencil and paper and then when to use a calculator.

Homework due Friday 10/16: The handout that was given in class.

Mr. Schroth

Class notes 10/8

Today in class the groups finished up there Mathematicians presentations and they will be presenting them in class next week (2 groups Wednesday, 2 groups Friday).

The homework due Wednesday 10/14: pg 24 #21-39 ODD only, 40,41,42.

Have a great weekend!
Mr. Schroth

class notes 10/7

I apologize for the late posting for yesterday's class.

The Homework due tomorrow was the handout that I gave to you on Wednesday (had 4 questions on it).

Class Notes 10/5

Today in class we did some warm up problems dealing with the three methods of solving a problem (section 1.4) after that we went over our quiz. We then spent the rest of class working on our mathematician projects, which are to be finished by Friday so that we can start presenting next week.

Homework for Wednesday (10/7): If you have not done it already please read 1.4.

Mr. Schroth