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This week in math, we will be finishing up our lesson on scale factor - the multiplicative factor that is used to produce enlargements (scale factor greater than 1.0) and reductions (scale factor less than 1.0). Identifying and applying the scale factor is often an easier (and quicker) way to solve proportions than the traditional cross-multiplication method. We will finish the week with a quick lesson and quiz on graphing proportional relationships. For a relationship to be proportional on a coordinate plane, it must: 1) Be a straight line 2) Pass through the origin (0,0)
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During our fourth week of school we will continue our study on proportional relationships. In the beginning of the week we'll extend our Friday's lesson, solving proportional equation. We will then extend the lesson by using proportional equations, and our knowledge of proportional relationships to solve problems involving scale drawings, maps, and indirect measurement. Retakes for previous quizzes will be given on Wednesday and Thursday. Update - Retakes will only be given for 7.NS.A.2d Science In our fourth week of science, we will focus on differentiating between the intended, unintended, positive, and negative consequences of technology. A discussion about the growing use of cell phones will be our introduction to the topic. We will continue to study the engineering design process with an emphasis on adaptive vs. assistive bioengineering. A comprehensive test will be given on Thursday and Friday. Math
As we begin our third week of the year in 7th grade at West End, we will start the week by assessing unit rates and complex fractions. We will then move on to our new unit, Proportionality. We will start the unit by seeing what makes a relationship proportional or non-proportional. We will then begin solving proportional equations where there is an unknown factor called a variable. Science As we move toward our engineering unit (inspired by the short story "Harrison Bergeron Math
We will continue our studies in rational number operations focusing on real-world problem solving as well as turning fractions to decimals. Please make sure your child knows these two definitions: terminating decimal and repeating decimal. I will give a quick assessment on these standards on Monday. We will then move into unit rates and complex fractions. We will be exploring how these concepts are handled in every day life. Please make sure you are checking you child's agenda to see if they have any homework. Science We will continue studying the steps of the scientific method, with an emphasis on differentiating between independent and dependent variables in experiments. After a mid-week assessment to gauge mastery of the inquiry process, we will move into the design/engineering process. This unit will be introduced with the short story "Harrison Bergeron" and will culminate in an engineering project in which students will create a biomedical product that will handicap their own greatest strength. More information on the project will be sent out next week. Please make sure you are checking your child's agenda to see if they have any homework. |
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