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Mr. Vega, Algebra I

Course Description

Algebra 1 introduces students to variables, algebraic expressions, equations, inequalities, functions, and all their multiple representations. In this class, students will develop the ability to explore and solve real-world application problems, demonstrate the appropriate use of graphing calculators, and communicate mathematical ideas clearly. This course lays the foundation for mathematical literacy that will help students be successful in every subsequent course in mathematics. 

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Algebra 1 - Unit 2

We made it through our first unit! We finished our test on Friday, August 22nd.
 
Today, we started our first lesson in Unit 2 which is all about inequalities. This unit will move pretty quick, and I am anticipating our next test will be within two weeks.
 
We will talk about:
  • Inequalities and associated Symbols
  • Performing operations to Inequalities
  • Solving multi-step inequalities
  • Solving inequalities with variables on both sides
  • Inequalities with no solutions or all real number solutions
  • Compound inequalities
  • Inequalities of absolute value expressions

Algebra 1 - Unit 1

We are well under way in our first unit in Algebra 1, and it's a nice short one. I plan to have our first test THIS FRIDAY (8/22), so it is coming very soon! We have spent a good amount of time on solving multi-step equations and equations with variables on both sides. We have also talked about proportions and unit conversion. We will finish off the unit with a lesson on absolute value (and how to solve multi-step absolute value equations) and a lesson about literal equations - these are equations with more than one variable.