Course Details
Pre-Algebra (Grade 9)
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Course Information
- Subject Area
- Mathematics
- State Course Code
- 02051
- Length
- Two Semesters
- Total Hours
- 270
Course increases students' foundational math skills and prepare them for algebra I by covering a variety of topics, such as properties of rational numbers (i.e., number theory), ratio, proportion, estimation, exponents and radicals, the rectangular coordinate system, sets and logic, formulas, and solving first-degree equations and inequalities.
Learning Goals
- Explore basic algebraic concepts
- Work toward a mastery of computational skills
- Deepen conceptual understanding of key ideas and solution strategies
- Extend knowledge and skill in a variety of problem solving applications
- Explore the following topics:
- integers
- the language of algebra
- solving equations with addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- fractions and decimals
- measurement
- exponents
- solving equations with roots and powers
- multi-step equations
- linear equations
Choose Curriculum
Pre-Algebra
In this Pre-Algebra course, students will explore six key areas. They will learn about scientific notation and real numbers, including irrational numbers. They'll also discover how to generate equivalent numeric and algebraic expressions and understand the Laws of Exponents. Students will delve into linear relationships, modeling data with linear equations, and master solving linear equations, inequalities, and systems of linear equations. The course introduces the concept of functions and concludes with an analysis of two-dimensional figures, particularly triangles, using distance, angle, and the Pythagorean Theorem.
Online
Items
| Name | Kind | ISBN | Returnable | Shared |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Algebra | Online Class | No | No |
Timeline
Module 02: Geometric Transformations
Module 03: Geometric Relationships
Module 04: Functions
Module 05: Linear Relationships
Module 06: Patterns of Association
Module 07: Linear Equations
Module 08: Linear Systems