The eighth grade year of Connected Math is a rigorous Algebra course that prepares students for Geometry and Advanced Algebra. The main focus of the year is gaining mastery of linear and exponential equations, including solving them, as well as being able to move fluently between equations, tables, graphs, and the situation (words). Students are also introduced to the Pythagorean Theorem, quadratic equations, linear inequalities and systems of equations.
A student who successfully completes 8th grade CMP has completed the same material as Algebra I. The student will be placed in Geometry as his or her next math course.
| Eighth Grade Math Units |
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I. Thinking With Mathematical Models
Review of linear equations |
II. Shapes of Algebra
Linear inequalities, systems of equations |
III. Functions, Sequences, and Data Analysis Unit
Recursive and explicit forms of arithmetic sequences are explored. In addition, absolute value functions and their graphs are investigated. Students also learn about scatter plots, correlation, and fitting a best-fit line to data. |
IV. Looking for Pythagoras
Pythagorean Theorem |
V. Growing, Growing, Growing
Exponential equations |
VI. Frogs, Fleas, and Painted Cubes
Introduction to quadratic equations |
VII. Say it With Symbols
Equations of circles, linear equations, quadratic equations |