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1-8-2001
1. HW EquivFraction.2. P152 13-24.......3. .................
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OBJECTIVE: Express fractions in [simplest form] (4-6, Pp150ff)[1.1.2][1.1.3] ACTIVITIES: Apply the principles of COMMON factors (and greatest [common factor]) to simplify (reduce) fractions. Develop the idea of smaller numerical values = less errors. Do page 152 13 - 24 for score. NOTES: Emphasize the need for repeated use of common factors as opposed to spending time seeking the GREATEST common factor. HOMEWORK: P153 Mid-chapter Review

1-9-2001
1. HW153 MidChRev...2. .................3. .................
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OBJECTIVE: Express fractions as decimals and decimals as fractions(4-7, Pp154ff)[1.1.1][3.1.2] ACTIVITIES: Instruction skill goal - change fractions to decimals and decimals to fraction. [Practical application = change decimal calculations into inches for a ruler measurement] Post the table of equivalents for memorization. Model/practice re: p156 18-32 NOTES: Calculators helpful/Provide some BASIC instruction HOMEWORK: P580 4-7 even
[Decimal to fraction Interactive] [Fraction to decimal Interactive]

1-10-2001
1. HW P580(4-7)even.2. Quiz-EquivFr/Dec.3. .................
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OBJECTIVE: Find the probability of a simple event(4-8, Pp157ff)[1.4.1] ACTIVITIES: Relate probability to its synonyms, i.e., chance, odds. Also show the use of SIMPLIFYING FRACTIONS as it is used for stating probability. Discuss EXPERIMENTAL probability. NOTES:Do the mini-lab Page 158 (blue dots) with a partner (each make a copy) HOMEWORK: Finish mini-lab page 158 a-g + 2 tables.
[Try some probability!] [Independent and Dependent Probability]

1-11-2001
1. HW Mini-Lab 158..2. P159 2-22........3. .................
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OBJECTIVE:Find the probability of a simple event (con't)[1.4.1] ACTIVITIES: Review the procedures and terms, specifically COUNTING OUTCOMES. Do page 159 2-22 and correct/collect at the end of class. NOTES: HOMEWORK: P581 Lesson 4-8 all

1-12-2001
1. HW 581(4-8)all...2. .................3. .................
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OBJECTIVE: Find the least [common multiple] of two or more numbers(4-9)[1.1.3] ACTIVITIES: Review the terms, specifically MULTIPLE and COMMON MULTIPLE; Check the Acronyms LCM and LCD; Relate to GCF. NOTES: Make an effort to emphasize that the important concept is common multiple, not necessarily the LEAST common multiple. Time permitting, demo a spreadsheet procedure for tables of multiples HOMEWORK: None

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