Hey everybody! Here are some of the handouts that we went over in the review session this morning...feel free to look around the blog for anything else that you would like to print out. Good luck:)
Transformations of Functions
Properties
Polynomials
Exponential Functions & Compound Interest
Monday, December 20, 2010
Saturday, December 11, 2010
ATTENTION: EXEMPTIONS
Hello everyone...I apologize if you've been waiting on an email from me tonight. While I was putting in grades after school, NCWise crashed and will not be operating until Monday. I have 1st hour's grades finished, but I can't finalize 2nd and 4th hour until Monday. Sorry for the inconvenience...I know you all have been really anxious....but remember we're having cookies & juice boxes, so you should come to school anyway:)
Here is the list of the students who will need to take the final:
1st Hour
Ryan Carpenter
Tai-Nesha Coley
Cheyenne Heimbach
Charvez Keys
Kiara Lewis
Brandon Wells
2nd Hour
*This list is not finalized...these are based only on absences*
Austin Brown
Marina Ortega
Morgan Schneider
4th Hour
*This list is not finalized...these are based only on absences*
Michael Modica
Timothy Vick
Kayla Worrell
Here is the list of the students who will need to take the final:
1st Hour
*If your name is not on this list, you are exempt (1st hour ONLY!!!)
Ryan Carpenter
Tai-Nesha Coley
Cheyenne Heimbach
Charvez Keys
Kiara Lewis
Brandon Wells
2nd Hour
*This list is not finalized...these are based only on absences*
Austin Brown
Marina Ortega
Morgan Schneider
4th Hour
*This list is not finalized...these are based only on absences*
Michael Modica
Timothy Vick
Kayla Worrell
Monday, December 6, 2010
EVEN MORE CHEESY SONGS!!!
I think these are less cheesy than the exponent songs, but here are some songs about factoring and the Quadratic Formula! ENJOY :)
Click on the following links:
Quadratic Formula Rap
Teach Me How to Factor
Click on the following links:
Quadratic Formula Rap
Teach Me How to Factor
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Homework: Week of December 6, 2010
We have one more week before finals!!!
Your homework for this week is as follows:
- Monday- Gather all of your notes from Unit 7 & make corrections on your homework and quiz from last week; you may also want to print out any notes from the blog that you want to use for the test.
- Tuesday- STUDY FOR THE UNIT 7 TEST: QUADRATIC FUNCTIONS (even though you will be able to work with a partner, you will have different versions of the same test, which means you need to know what you're doing!)
- Wednesday- Gather all of your notes, homework, old quizzes and tests from this semester so that we can organize them together in class. We will start reviewing for the final on Thursday.
- Thursday- STUDY FOR THE FINAL
- Friday- STUDY FOR THE FINAL
Friday, December 3, 2010
Homework: Weekend of December 3, 2010
Please complete #'s 25-31 from the Homework Set
Study the problems so that you can remember the steps!!!
Study the problems so that you can remember the steps!!!
Just a reminder:
Monday- Verbal Quiz
Tuesday- Unit 7 Review
Wednesday- Unit 7 Partner Test (Surprise!)
The Quadratic Formula
MORE RESOURCES WILL BE POSTED....SO STAY TUNED!!!
The Exit Ticket question from today was:
x^2 - x - 8 = 4
You can post your answer as a comment and I will let you know if you got the correct answer.
Quadratic Formula Practice Problems
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Unit 7 Activity: Solving and Graphing Quadratics
Here is a copy of the problems that we did in class today...please work on these if you need extra practice!
Remember your homework set is due TOMORROW (#s 1-24)!!!
Unit 7 Activity 12.2.10
Unit 7 Activity 12.2.10
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Notes from the week of November 29
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE ALL OF THIS IN YOUR NOTES!!!
Quadratics Flipchart
Signs for Factoring
Solving Quadratic Equations
Quadratics Flipchart
Signs for Factoring
Solving Quadratic Equations
Monday, November 29, 2010
Homework: Week of November 29, 2010
Wednesday:
This problem set is a review of the material we have learned this week. This will also serve as a study guide for the Unit 7 Test. Please complete #s 1-24 (you will do #s 25-31 over the weekend)...if you need help, come see me during lunch/after school or leave a comment.
These problems are DUE FRIDAY (12/3/10)!!!
Unit 7-Homework Set (Blog)
Monday:
Here are some practice problems from what we did in class today...please work on these ahead of time so that you will be prepared for tomorrow's activity. (The answer key is attached so that you can check your work.) Have fun! :)
Unit 7-Factoring Problems
This problem set is a review of the material we have learned this week. This will also serve as a study guide for the Unit 7 Test. Please complete #s 1-24 (you will do #s 25-31 over the weekend)...if you need help, come see me during lunch/after school or leave a comment.
These problems are DUE FRIDAY (12/3/10)!!!
Unit 7-Homework Set (Blog)
Monday:
Here are some practice problems from what we did in class today...please work on these ahead of time so that you will be prepared for tomorrow's activity. (The answer key is attached so that you can check your work.) Have fun! :)
Unit 7-Factoring Problems
Monday, November 22, 2010
Homework: Week of November 22, 2010
Please make corrections on the Unit 5 Test-Retake....those are due NO LATER THAN THE END OF THE DAY ON TUESDAY (11/23/10)!!!!
Have a great week and a Happy Thanksgiving!!! :)
Here are some practice problems from Tuesday's lesson. If you were absent, please remember to get someone's notes when you get back! (Answer key coming soon...)
Extra Practice Problems-Factoring
**Over your break, please watch the videos below (with Professor Burger) and include the examples that he teaches in your notes.**
Have a great week and a Happy Thanksgiving!!! :)
Here are some practice problems from Tuesday's lesson. If you were absent, please remember to get someone's notes when you get back! (Answer key coming soon...)
Extra Practice Problems-Factoring
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Unit 5 Test Retakes
Dear Students,
As I look over the Unit 5 Test, I am pleased with many of the scores...but I am also concerned about some of them. It is obvious that many of you did not study and you did not take advantage of the tutoring hours (during lunch/after school). If you were absent or gone on the field trip, I gave everyone time in class to look back over the test to correct any mistakes or finish anything that was incomplete, and then we went over the answers. If you earned less than a 4 (90%) on the test, you will need to retake it TOMORROW (11/19/10). Everyone's homework for tonight is to STUDY (especially the properties of exponents). I did not want to move on to the next unit without making sure that everyone has mastered the objectives for Exponential Functions. So, please take advantage of this opportunity.
Sincerely,
Ms. McCullough :)
P.S. It's ok if you're frustrated about the test...just think of this as a learning experience....and if you're upset with me for any reason, I still love you! <3
As I look over the Unit 5 Test, I am pleased with many of the scores...but I am also concerned about some of them. It is obvious that many of you did not study and you did not take advantage of the tutoring hours (during lunch/after school). If you were absent or gone on the field trip, I gave everyone time in class to look back over the test to correct any mistakes or finish anything that was incomplete, and then we went over the answers. If you earned less than a 4 (90%) on the test, you will need to retake it TOMORROW (11/19/10). Everyone's homework for tonight is to STUDY (especially the properties of exponents). I did not want to move on to the next unit without making sure that everyone has mastered the objectives for Exponential Functions. So, please take advantage of this opportunity.
Sincerely,
Ms. McCullough :)
P.S. It's ok if you're frustrated about the test...just think of this as a learning experience....and if you're upset with me for any reason, I still love you! <3
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Monday, November 15, 2010
Homework: Week of November, 15, 2010
DUE: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2010
Student Worksheet: You will create a worksheet of practice problems for the Properties of Exponents.
Requirements:
1) There must be at least 10 problems
2) You must use all of the properties (refer to your notes)
3) You must use every students' name from your class at least once.
4) You must include the answers
Student Worksheet: You will create a worksheet of practice problems for the Properties of Exponents.
Requirements:
1) There must be at least 10 problems
2) You must use all of the properties (refer to your notes)
3) You must use every students' name from your class at least once.
4) You must include the answers
UNIT 5 TEST ON WEDNESDAY!!!
1st Hour:
Ryan
Tai-Nesha
EJ
Alex
Brianna
Breanna
Cheyenne
Cayce
Meagan
Zakary
Charvez
Hannah
Shanna
Austin
Kiara
Joshua
Cameron
Hunter
Kendall
Molly
Jaekwon
Alexis
Cody
Brandon
Joclyen
2nd Hour:
Austin
Justin
James
Jennifer
Bailee
Jade
Brandon
Christian
Bria
Taylor
Taliyah
Noah
Marina
Victor P.
Morgan
Tiffany
Victor T.
Marlina
Amena
4th Hour:
Amber
Helaina
Lex
David
Kwaniya
Davis
Bobby
Auri
Katura
Aaron
Chris P.
Nicholas
Ben
Cristan
Caleb
Timmy
Chris W.
Kayla
Shane
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Unit 5: Exponential Functions (Assignments)
You will choose one category from the first row and one category from the second row...everyone will complete the entire third row.
Unit 5-Assignment Outline
Grading Rubric
http://www.scribd.com/doc/40557182/Unit-5-Rubric
Sample Contract
http://www.scribd.com/doc/40554432/Student-Contract-Sample-4
PROBLEMS:
Unit 5-Million Dollar Mission
Unit 5-Entertainment Problems
Unit 5-Biology Problems (New)
Unit 5-Sports Activity
Unit 5-Population Problems
Unit 5-Probability Problems
Unit 5-Assignment Outline
Grading Rubric
http://www.scribd.com/doc/40557182/Unit-5-Rubric
Sample Contract
http://www.scribd.com/doc/40554432/Student-Contract-Sample-4
PROBLEMS:
Unit 5-Million Dollar Mission
Unit 5-Entertainment Problems
Unit 5-Biology Problems (New)
Unit 5-Sports Activity
Unit 5-Population Problems
Unit 5-Probability Problems
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
**TURNING IN YOUR PROJECT**
YOUR POWERPOINT AND ESSAY MUST BE SUBMITTED BY MIDNIGHT TONIGHT!!! AT 12:01, YOU WILL START LOSING POINTS!!!
Email your documents as an attachment to: michelle.sm87@gmail.com
Some of you may have had trouble sending it to my wcps email...that's because the files that you are sending are large and are taking up too much space in my inbox, so please send it to my gmail account. Let me know if you have any trouble with that!
Email your documents as an attachment to: michelle.sm87@gmail.com
Some of you may have had trouble sending it to my wcps email...that's because the files that you are sending are large and are taking up too much space in my inbox, so please send it to my gmail account. Let me know if you have any trouble with that!
Monday, October 25, 2010
Homework: Week of October 25, 2010
FINISH YOUR PROJECT!!! DUE WEDNESDAY!!!
Have a great week! :)
You will also need to complete your mini-book. This will serve as your study guide for the test (on Friday). If you do not have it finished, you will lose 10 points from your test grade.
Have a great week! :)
Friday, October 22, 2010
ATTENTION! ATTENTION! ATTENTION!
AFTER MUCH THOUGHT AND READING OVER YOUR PETITION.........I HAVE DECIDED TO EXTEND THE PROJECT DEADLINE UNTIL WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2010!!! (Pass this news along to everybody...post it as your status on Facebook or something, lol)
Also, I have listed a few helpful hints...
Here are the steps to creating your equations for the project:
Step #1: Complete Yearly Budget (this will be the same for both jobs)
Step #2: Gather Job #1 Info
-How much do you make an hour?
-How many hours do you work per week?
-Example: $7.50 per hour *30 hours per week = $225 per week
Step #3: How much do you make per year (yearly salary)
-Example: $225 * 50 weeks = $11,250 per year
-For job #2, these steps will already be done for you because you know the yearly salary from your research
Step #4: Create Equation
Y=mx+b
M=yearly salary-yearly budget
B= debt/savings (debt will be a negative amount, savings will be a positive amount)
-Example: yearly budget = $60,360
M= $11,250 - $60,360 = -$49,110
Final Equation: y = -49,110x + 7,000
Here are the steps for adding the graphs to your PowerPoint:
Step #1: Create a new slide
Step #2: Change the layout to “Content with Caption”
Step #3: Click on the icon for “Insert Chart”
Step #4: Choose the Line Graphs “Line with Markers” (an Excel spreadsheet will pop up)
Step #5: Clear all default information
Step #6: Column A will be “x (years worked)”; Column B will be “y (total $ earned)”
Step #7: Choose x-values 0, 1, 2, 3,… & complete input-output table to find y-values (plug x value into equation to get y-value); the graph will create itself
Step #8: Copy and Paste table into slide
Step #9: Repeat Steps for Job #2 and comparison of the 2 graphs
Step #10: When will you be able to pay off the house?
-Set equation equal to the price of the house; solve for x. This will tell you how many years it will take until you have paid off your house based on your yearly salary.
*If you get stuck, refer to the sample PowerPoint*
You can also do your graphs by hand in Paint (let me know if you need specific steps for that)
Also, I have listed a few helpful hints...
Here are the steps to creating your equations for the project:
Step #1: Complete Yearly Budget (this will be the same for both jobs)
Step #2: Gather Job #1 Info
-How much do you make an hour?
-How many hours do you work per week?
-Example: $7.50 per hour *30 hours per week = $225 per week
Step #3: How much do you make per year (yearly salary)
-Example: $225 * 50 weeks = $11,250 per year
-For job #2, these steps will already be done for you because you know the yearly salary from your research
Step #4: Create Equation
Y=mx+b
M=yearly salary-yearly budget
B= debt/savings (debt will be a negative amount, savings will be a positive amount)
-Example: yearly budget = $60,360
M= $11,250 - $60,360 = -$49,110
Final Equation: y = -49,110x + 7,000
Here are the steps for adding the graphs to your PowerPoint:
Step #1: Create a new slide
Step #2: Change the layout to “Content with Caption”
Step #3: Click on the icon for “Insert Chart”
Step #4: Choose the Line Graphs “Line with Markers” (an Excel spreadsheet will pop up)
Step #5: Clear all default information
Step #6: Column A will be “x (years worked)”; Column B will be “y (total $ earned)”
Step #7: Choose x-values 0, 1, 2, 3,… & complete input-output table to find y-values (plug x value into equation to get y-value); the graph will create itself
Step #8: Copy and Paste table into slide
Step #9: Repeat Steps for Job #2 and comparison of the 2 graphs
Step #10: When will you be able to pay off the house?
-Set equation equal to the price of the house; solve for x. This will tell you how many years it will take until you have paid off your house based on your yearly salary.
*If you get stuck, refer to the sample PowerPoint*
You can also do your graphs by hand in Paint (let me know if you need specific steps for that)
Monday, October 18, 2010
Homework: Week of October 18, 2010
NO BOOK HOMEWORK!!! YAY!
I have decided not to assign any book homework so that you can have time to focus on your PROJECT!
Just a few friendly reminders:
1) Lesson 3 Partner Quiz on Thursday 10/21
2) Projects due Monday 10/25
3) Unit 3 Test Friday 10/29
I have decided not to assign any book homework so that you can have time to focus on your PROJECT!
DUE MONDAY!!! DUE MONDAY!!! DUE MONDAY!!! DUE MONDAY!!! DUE MONDAY!!!
If you did not use this past weekend to work on it, you have A LOT of catching up to do...if you do not have internet access at home, please ask your parents if you can go to the LIBRARY!!!
Just a few friendly reminders:
1) Lesson 3 Partner Quiz on Thursday 10/21
2) Projects due Monday 10/25
3) Unit 3 Test Friday 10/29
***Please come see me for tutoring during your lunch time or after school!***
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Homework: Week of October, 11, 2010
pp. 201-208 #'s 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, 20, 24
PLEASE SHOW ALL YOUR WORK AND BE SPECIFIC IN YOUR EXPLANATIONS. I WILL NOT ACCEPT HOMEWORK FROM ANYONE WHO JUST GIVES ME AN ANSWER!!!
Also, remember that this is a short week, so homework will be due NEXT TUESDAY!
**I really hope you're working on your projects....DO NOT PROCRASTINATE!**
Have a great week :)
PLEASE SHOW ALL YOUR WORK AND BE SPECIFIC IN YOUR EXPLANATIONS. I WILL NOT ACCEPT HOMEWORK FROM ANYONE WHO JUST GIVES ME AN ANSWER!!!
Also, remember that this is a short week, so homework will be due NEXT TUESDAY!
**I really hope you're working on your projects....DO NOT PROCRASTINATE!**
Have a great week :)
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Our Life-size Coordinate Plane
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Unit 3 Project Resources
Here are some helpful links for your project:
Printable Job Applications
http://www.job-applications.com/
Resume Builder:
http://www.collegegrad.com/resumes/quickstart/agree.shtml
http://www.greatsampleresume.com/
Dream Jobs:
http://www.vault.com/nr/ht_list.jsp?ht_type=11
http://online.onetcenter.org/find/descriptor/browse/#cur
http://www.bls.gov/home.htm
http://www.bls.gov/oco/
America's Best Colleges 2010:
http://www.usnews.com/usnews/edu/college/tools/search.php
Dream Houses:
http://www.househunt.org/luxury-homes/
*You might need to enter in your contact information to see the results of your search...or you can search other sites on your own.
http://www.realtor.com/
*For the Monthly Budget, you will need to research the different companies on your own...a Google search would be a good start....
SAMPLE POWERPOINT:
http://www.freewebs.com/matheng/Algebra%202%20-%20mr%20engs%20real%20world%20project%20example.ppt
Printable Job Applications
http://www.job-applications.com/
Resume Builder:
http://www.collegegrad.com/resumes/quickstart/agree.shtml
http://www.greatsampleresume.com/
Dream Jobs:
http://www.vault.com/nr/ht_list.jsp?ht_type=11
http://online.onetcenter.org/find/descriptor/browse/#cur
http://www.bls.gov/home.htm
http://www.bls.gov/oco/
America's Best Colleges 2010:
http://www.usnews.com/usnews/edu/college/tools/search.php
Dream Houses:
http://www.househunt.org/luxury-homes/
*You might need to enter in your contact information to see the results of your search...or you can search other sites on your own.
http://www.realtor.com/
*For the Monthly Budget, you will need to research the different companies on your own...a Google search would be a good start....
SAMPLE POWERPOINT:
http://www.freewebs.com/matheng/Algebra%202%20-%20mr%20engs%20real%20world%20project%20example.ppt
Monday, October 4, 2010
Homework: Week of October 4, 2010
pp. 168-177 #'s 1, 3, 8, 9, 10, 12, 21
Just a reminder...report cards come out next week, so FRIDAY will be the last day to turn in any MISSING WORK!!!
Also, it would be a good idea to get started on your project...please DO NOT wait until the last minute!!!
Have a great week :)
Just a reminder...report cards come out next week, so FRIDAY will be the last day to turn in any MISSING WORK!!!
Also, it would be a good idea to get started on your project...please DO NOT wait until the last minute!!!
Have a great week :)
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Jeopardy! (Unit 1 Review Game)
If you want to test yourself to see if you're prepared for the test, you can play the game at home! Click on the link below....happy studying :)
My Jeopardy Template
My Jeopardy Template
Monday, September 27, 2010
Friday, September 24, 2010
Homework: Week of September 27, 2010
pp. 61-64 #'s 10-12, 24
UNIT 1 SUMMARY (handout)
Due Friday!!!
Just a reminder:
Partner Quiz over Lesson 3 on Tuesday (9/28/10)
Unit 1 Test on Friday (10/1/10)
Stay tuned for more updates...
Have a great week! :)
UNIT 1 SUMMARY (handout)
Due Friday!!!
Just a reminder:
Partner Quiz over Lesson 3 on Tuesday (9/28/10)
Unit 1 Test on Friday (10/1/10)
Stay tuned for more updates...
Have a great week! :)
Monday, September 20, 2010
The Age Problem
Here is the link to the lesson from today...please feel free to explore the links and do some practice problems!
http://anhs.lsgh.edu.ph/theageproblem.pps
http://anhs.lsgh.edu.ph/theageproblem.pps
Homework: Week of September 20, 2010
pp. 59-68
After Investigation #1:
choose 3 of #'s 1-5, 25
After Investigation #2:
#'s 6, 9, 21
Due Friday!
Please don't wait until the last minute to work on these...if you have questions, please ask in class, or leave a comment under this post!
Have a great week! :)
After Investigation #1:
choose 3 of #'s 1-5, 25
After Investigation #2:
#'s 6, 9, 21
Due Friday!
Please don't wait until the last minute to work on these...if you have questions, please ask in class, or leave a comment under this post!
Have a great week! :)
Monday, September 13, 2010
Homework: Week of September 13, 2010
Please make sure your name is on your paper when you submit your homework. Remember to show ALL work and justify your answers!
Lesson #1:
pp.14-22 #'s 2, 6, 16, 17
Lesson #2:
p. 36 #'s 1, 2
DUE FRIDAY!!!
Have a great week :)
Lesson #1:
pp.14-22 #'s 2, 6, 16, 17
Lesson #2:
p. 36 #'s 1, 2
DUE FRIDAY!!!
Have a great week :)
Friday, September 10, 2010
I'm Finally Here!
Greetings WSE students!
I just wanted to let you know that I am really excited to be here with you all this school year. It took a really long time to get everything settled, but now that I'm here, it's time to get back on track. We have a lot of catching up to do!
I will be posting updates, documents, links, and assignments here so that you have another resource outside of class. So, for your first homework assignment from me (YAY!), I would like for everyone to respond to the following questions over the weekend:
1) Suggest at least one thing that you would like to see on the class blog that will make it more beneficial for you and your fellow classmates.
2) Are there any activities that you would like to do in class?
3) Share your feelings about math...how can we make it more interesting?
Please make sure you include your name and hour when you post.
Have a great weekend! :)
I just wanted to let you know that I am really excited to be here with you all this school year. It took a really long time to get everything settled, but now that I'm here, it's time to get back on track. We have a lot of catching up to do!
I will be posting updates, documents, links, and assignments here so that you have another resource outside of class. So, for your first homework assignment from me (YAY!), I would like for everyone to respond to the following questions over the weekend:
1) Suggest at least one thing that you would like to see on the class blog that will make it more beneficial for you and your fellow classmates.
2) Are there any activities that you would like to do in class?
3) Share your feelings about math...how can we make it more interesting?
Please make sure you include your name and hour when you post.
Have a great weekend! :)
Monday, July 12, 2010
Algebra II Project: Equations & Graphs
Here are the steps to creating your equations for the project:
Step #1: Complete Yearly Budget (this will be the same for both jobs)
Step #2: Gather Job #1 Info
-How much do you make an hour?
-How many hours do you work per week?
-Example: $7.50 per hour *30 hours per week = $225 per week
Step #3: How much do you make per year (yearly salary)
-Example: $225 * 50 weeks = $11,250 per year
-For job #2, these steps will already be done for you because you know the yearly salary from your research
Step #4: Create Equation
Y=mx+b
M=yearly salary-yearly budget
B= debt/savings (debt will be a negative amount, savings will be a positive amount)
-Example: yearly budget = $60,360
M= $11,250 - $60,360 = -$49,110
Final Equation: y = -49,110x + 7,000
Here are the steps for adding the graphs to your PowerPoint:
Step #1: Create a new slide
Step #2: Change the layout to “Content with Caption”
Step #3: Click on the icon for “Insert Chart”
Step #4: Choose the Line Graphs “Line with Markers” (an Excel spreadsheet will pop up)
Step #5: Clear all default information
Step #6: Column A will be “x (years worked)”; Column B will be “y (total $ earned)”
Step #7: Choose x-values 0, 1, 2, 3,… & complete input-output table to find y-values (plug x value into equation to get y-value) the graph will create itself
Step #8: Copy and Paste table into slide
Step #9: Repeat Steps for Job #2 and comparison of the 2 graphs
Step #10: When will you be able to pay off the house?
-Set equation equal to the price of the house; solve for x. This will tell you how many years it will take until you have paid off your house based on your yearly salary.
*If you get stuck, refer to the sample PowerPoint*
REMEMBER THAT YOU MUST HAVE YOUR POWERPOINT AND ESSAY EMAILED TO ME BY MIDNIGHT TONIGHT!!! (mccullmi@mail.gvsu.edu) ....and bring a printed hard-copy to class with you! :)
Step #1: Complete Yearly Budget (this will be the same for both jobs)
Step #2: Gather Job #1 Info
-How much do you make an hour?
-How many hours do you work per week?
-Example: $7.50 per hour *30 hours per week = $225 per week
Step #3: How much do you make per year (yearly salary)
-Example: $225 * 50 weeks = $11,250 per year
-For job #2, these steps will already be done for you because you know the yearly salary from your research
Step #4: Create Equation
Y=mx+b
M=yearly salary-yearly budget
B= debt/savings (debt will be a negative amount, savings will be a positive amount)
-Example: yearly budget = $60,360
M= $11,250 - $60,360 = -$49,110
Final Equation: y = -49,110x + 7,000
Here are the steps for adding the graphs to your PowerPoint:
Step #1: Create a new slide
Step #2: Change the layout to “Content with Caption”
Step #3: Click on the icon for “Insert Chart”
Step #4: Choose the Line Graphs “Line with Markers” (an Excel spreadsheet will pop up)
Step #5: Clear all default information
Step #6: Column A will be “x (years worked)”; Column B will be “y (total $ earned)”
Step #7: Choose x-values 0, 1, 2, 3,… & complete input-output table to find y-values (plug x value into equation to get y-value) the graph will create itself
Step #8: Copy and Paste table into slide
Step #9: Repeat Steps for Job #2 and comparison of the 2 graphs
Step #10: When will you be able to pay off the house?
-Set equation equal to the price of the house; solve for x. This will tell you how many years it will take until you have paid off your house based on your yearly salary.
*If you get stuck, refer to the sample PowerPoint*
REMEMBER THAT YOU MUST HAVE YOUR POWERPOINT AND ESSAY EMAILED TO ME BY MIDNIGHT TONIGHT!!! (mccullmi@mail.gvsu.edu) ....and bring a printed hard-copy to class with you! :)
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Algebra II: More Project Resources
For your convenience, I have posted all the links you need from the project handout below so that you can just click on them or copy & paste them into your browser.
Resume Builder:
http://www.collegegrad.com/resumes/quickstart/agree.shtml
Dream Jobs:
http://www.vault.com/nr/ht_list.jsp?ht_type=11
http://online.onetcenter.org/find/descriptor/browse/#cur
America's Best Colleges 2010:
http://www.usnews.com/usnews/edu/college/tools/search.php
Dream Houses:
http://www.househunt.org/luxury-homes/
*You might need to enter in your contact information to see the results of your search...or you can search other sites on your own.
http://www.realtor.com/
*For the Monthly Budget, you will need to research the different companies on your own...a Google search would be a good start....
GOOD LUCK!!! REMEMBER THE DEADLINE IS MONDAY, JULY 12, 2010!!!
Resume Builder:
http://www.collegegrad.com/resumes/quickstart/agree.shtml
Dream Jobs:
http://www.vault.com/nr/ht_list.jsp?ht_type=11
http://online.onetcenter.org/find/descriptor/browse/#cur
America's Best Colleges 2010:
http://www.usnews.com/usnews/edu/college/tools/search.php
Dream Houses:
http://www.househunt.org/luxury-homes/
*You might need to enter in your contact information to see the results of your search...or you can search other sites on your own.
http://www.realtor.com/
*For the Monthly Budget, you will need to research the different companies on your own...a Google search would be a good start....
GOOD LUCK!!! REMEMBER THE DEADLINE IS MONDAY, JULY 12, 2010!!!
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Algebra II: Project Resources
Here is a link for printable job applications:
http://www.job-applications.com/
This is the sample PowerPoint for the project:
http://www.freewebs.com/matheng/Algebra%202%20-%20mr%20engs%20real%20world%20project%20example.ppt
http://www.job-applications.com/
This is the sample PowerPoint for the project:
http://www.freewebs.com/matheng/Algebra%202%20-%20mr%20engs%20real%20world%20project%20example.ppt
Monday, June 21, 2010
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
New websites to check out!
Here are a couple of websites that seem pretty helpful. They serve as a reference for what we have been talking about in class this week. Feel free to explore and try some of the practice problems.
Algebra II- Quadratic Function Information:
http://www.mathwarehouse.com/algebra/polynomial/foil-method-binomials.php
http://www.mathwarehouse.com/quadratic/parabola/interactive-parabola.php
Geometry- Proving Polygon/Triangle Similarity:
http://www.mathwarehouse.com/geometry/similar/triangles/index.html
http://www.mathopenref.com/similarpolygons.html
Pre-Calculus- Sine, Cosine, and Tangent:
http://www.mathwarehouse.com/trigonometry/
http://www.regentsprep.org/Regents/math/algtrig/ATT7/sinusoidal.htm
Algebra II- Quadratic Function Information:
http://www.mathwarehouse.com/algebra/polynomial/foil-method-binomials.php
http://www.mathwarehouse.com/quadratic/parabola/interactive-parabola.php
Geometry- Proving Polygon/Triangle Similarity:
http://www.mathwarehouse.com/geometry/similar/triangles/index.html
http://www.mathopenref.com/similarpolygons.html
Pre-Calculus- Sine, Cosine, and Tangent:
http://www.mathwarehouse.com/trigonometry/
http://www.regentsprep.org/Regents/math/algtrig/ATT7/sinusoidal.htm
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Here's a great site for FORMULAS!!!
click on the following link to access a full list of formulas for any class that you're taking:
http://math.about.com/od/formulas/u/MathForm.htm
This is a great resource just in case you don't have a textbook on hand!
http://math.about.com/od/formulas/u/MathForm.htm
This is a great resource just in case you don't have a textbook on hand!
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Extra Credit Post: The Bottom Line
The Bottom Line
Face it...
Nobody owes you anything.
What you achieve or fail to achieve in your lifetime is directly related to what you do or fail to do.
No one chooses his or her parent or childhood, but you can choose your own direction.
Everyone has problems and obstacles to overcome, but that too is relative to each individual.
Nothing is carved in stone!
You can change anything in your life if you want to badly enough.
Excuses are for losers! Those who take responsibility for their actions are the real winners in life.
Winners meet life challenges head on knowing there are no guarantees, and give it all they've got and never think it's too late or too early to begin.
Time plays no favorites and will pass whether you act or not.
Take control of your life!
Dare to dream and take risks...
Compete!
If you aren't willing to work for your goals, don't expect others to.
BELIEVE IN YOURSELF!
**Please share 5 of your goals…they can be short-term or long term. Thanks!**
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Motivational Reading
I will be posting links to various readings that are intended to help you become a more successful and well-rounded student. Feel free to read in your spare time and leave comments for class discussions. These documents are in .pdf format and are free of charge to print.
Link #1: Reading Changed My Life
http://www.townsendpress.com/pdf/RCMeBook.pdf
Link #2: Three Keys to Doing Well in School
http://www.townsendpress.com/pdf/threekeys.pdf
Link #1: Reading Changed My Life
http://www.townsendpress.com/pdf/RCMeBook.pdf
Link #2: Three Keys to Doing Well in School
http://www.townsendpress.com/pdf/threekeys.pdf
Attention Parents: Introduction Letter
This is a copy of the letter that is being sent home with all students. Please click on the Introduction Letter to make it larger. It may open in a separate window.Thanks!
P.S. Be on the lookout for future update letters. Everything that is sent home will also be posted online for your convenience.
The Bottom Line - Inspirational Reading
The Bottom Line
Face it...
Nobody owes you anything.
What you achieve or fail to achieve in your lifetime is directly related to what you do or fail to do.
No one chooses his or her parent or childhood, but you can choose your own direction.
Everyone has problems and obstacles to overcome, but that too is relative to each individual.
Nothing is carved in stone!
You can change anything in your life if you want to badly enough.
Excuses are for losers! Those who take responsibility for their actions are the real winners in life.
Winners meet life challenges head on knowing there are no guarantees, and give it all they've got and never think it's too late or too early to begin.
Time plays no favorites and will pass whether you act or not.
Take control of your life!
Dare to dream and take risks...
Compete!
If you aren't willing to work for your goals, don't expect others to.
BELIEVE IN YOURSELF!
Face it...
Nobody owes you anything.
What you achieve or fail to achieve in your lifetime is directly related to what you do or fail to do.
No one chooses his or her parent or childhood, but you can choose your own direction.
Everyone has problems and obstacles to overcome, but that too is relative to each individual.
Nothing is carved in stone!
You can change anything in your life if you want to badly enough.
Excuses are for losers! Those who take responsibility for their actions are the real winners in life.
Winners meet life challenges head on knowing there are no guarantees, and give it all they've got and never think it's too late or too early to begin.
Time plays no favorites and will pass whether you act or not.
Take control of your life!
Dare to dream and take risks...
Compete!
If you aren't willing to work for your goals, don't expect others to.
BELIEVE IN YOURSELF!
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