Features of Functions | High School Math, Module 3
Learners will continue their algebra studies by connecting functions, representations, and contexts.
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What's included
12 live meetings
10 in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. 1-2 per weekProgress Report
includedClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 9
During group activities, learners will interact with the teacher and each other through verbal discussion and slides designed to be written on and organize our thinking, not just looked at. (Learners can either annotate from within Zoom, which will be reset as we move between slides but preserved in the session recording, or request the Explain Everything link, which will let them write directly on the board. Learners' contributions will be monitored for appropriateness, safety, and accuracy.) Between sessions, learners will have independent practice Consistent regular attendance is expected. I will not remove learners from class for missing group activity sessions, but they must take responsibility for catching up, by watching the session video and doing all work. I will be available to help if they find anything tricky.
Learning Goals
Learners will translate between representations of functions, including contextual, equation, table, and graph, including writing equations for linear or exponential equations.Learners will recognize or classify functions as linear, exponential, or other nonlinear.
Syllabus
12 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Pool Party
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
River Journey
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Comparing Graphs
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Features of Functions
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
GeoGebra Classroom is a free site running the open-source GeoGebra dynamic geometry software in such a way as to sync to the cloud and allow the teacher to view learners' work. Accounts which allow learners to sign back in with full access to previous work are offered, but not required. Learners need to give a name either when entering the class code or when setting up their accounts so that I can find their work in the teacher interface; if they wish, such as for added privacy, a nickname or pseudonym is OK.
TeacherMade is a site designed for school use which allows learners to access worksheets, tutorials, and practice problems. If they wish, such as for added privacy, learners can sign in using a nickname or pseudonym.
Explain Everything is a shared whiteboard, similar to Google Jamboard but more flexible. Learners do not need an account and can access the board to write on it through a link. Learners who do not specifically want to write on the board don’t need to access Explain Everything at all – I will share the screen in Zoom and they can watch.
LaTeX2Image is a site for generating math equation graphics. No account is needed and use is optional.
Pre-Requisites
Learners should be familiar with all prealgebra content and algebra content up to the previous module, Linear and Exponential Functions.
Supply List
Scratch paper and pencils, or a whiteboard and markers. Learners who are preparing for college admissions are advised to keep a portfolio (digital or on paper) of major assignments and 2-3 different types of problems, fully worked, per routine assignment; the materials of the student's choice should be available for this from the beginning of class. Examples include a Google Drive or other cloud drive service folder, LibreOffice software (Writer and Math), a binder and hole-punched printer paper or a hole puncher, etc. If you may apply to multiple colleges, consider that a digital portfolio is easier to duplicate, and can be printed if a physical copy is wanted. For this class, learners can use GeoGebra exclusively as their graphing calculator. Learners with future plans involving taking exams like the SATs should consider getting and beginning to use a calculator approved for those exams as soon as possible.
Joined May, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Mathematics from Western Governors University
I have a master's degree in math education for grades 5-12, as well as further graduate coursework in mathematics, and teach developmental, dual credit, and regular math classes for my local junior college.Reviews
Live Group Course
$57
weekly or $225 for 12 classes3x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
1-12 learners per class
