May+Advanced+Algebra+06-07

[|May 1, 2007] [|May 2, 2007] [|May 3, 2007] [|May 4, 2007] [|May 7, 2007] [|May 8, 2007] [|May 9, 2007] [|May 10, 2007] [|May 11, 2007] [|May 14, 2007] [|May 15, 2007] [|May 16, 2007] [|May 17, 2007] [|May 18, 2007] [|May 21, 2007] [|May 22, 2007] [|May 23, 2007] [|May 24, 2007] [|May 25, 2007] May 29-31, 2007

**May 1, 2007**

Do Now: 10 QQ (pre-test on probability)

Objectives: YWBAT articulate the difference between experimental and theoretical probability YWBAT apply the basic definition of probability to calculate simple probabilities YWBAT represent the sample space using lists and tree diagrams.

Agenda: 1. Review of the definition of probability 2. Theoretical vs. Experimental probability 3. Sample space--visual representing total number of outcomes

HW: p. 720 #12-29

**May 2, 2007**

Do Now: 18QQ (basic probability)

Objectives: YWBAT apply the addition rule of probability to solve problems involving OR YWBAT represent the relationship between "sets" using Venn diagrams

Agenda: 1. Review of definition of basic probability 2. Introduction of deck of cards as primary example: emphasis transfer of knowledge 3. AND vs. OR 4. Representing AND and OR situations with Venn Diagrams

HW: Handout from Holt Algebra 2 #1-16

**May 3, 2007**

Do Now: 8 QQ (basic probability with simple OR situations)

Objectives: YWBAT distinguish between probabilities involving more than one event YWBAT apply the fundamental counting principle to calculate total possible permutations YWBAT use the FCP to calculate simple arrangements of objects (without repetition)

Agenda: 1. Total possible outcomes: diagrams and formulae 2. FCP as a rule 3. Wardrobes, cards, words, phone numbers, codes, and choices

HW: Holt Alg I 13.3 Extra

**May 4, 2007** Professional Development Day

**May 7, 2007**

Do Now: 18QQ

Objectives: YWBAT identify inedependent events and generate situations that are independent YWBAT calculate the probability of independent events (application of FCP)

Agenda: 1. Review of probability 2. Review of Fundamental Counting Principle 3. Independent Events: Under what conditions are two events independent? 4. Expanding our probability repertoire

HW: Algebra 2 Holt Handout

**May 8, 2007**

Do Now: 24QQ

Objectives: YWBAT identify the type of probabilistic situation and determine the appropriate approach to calculating the probability YWBAT work in groups effectively to solve a diverse set of probabilistic situations

Agenda: 1. Review of key definitions 2. Review problem set 3. Groups: Probability is about thinking properly

HW: Core-Plus Packet

**May 9, 2007**

Do Now: 10QQ

Objectives: YWBAT identify probability contexts that describe dependent events YWBAT calculate compound events that are dependent or independent

Agenda: 1. Defintion of Independence and Dependence 2. Imagining situations of dependence 3. Calculating dependent probability

HW: Kaufmann Handout

**May 10, 2007**

Do Now: Independent and Dependent Events 10QQ

Objectives: YWBAT differentiate the contexts that require application of the FCP, addition of probabilities, and multiplication of probabilities

Agenda: 1. Exam outline 2. Review of FCP 3. Simple Probability 4. Dependent and Independent probability 5. Report!

HW: Complete review packet

**May 11, 2007**
 * Field Day**


 * May 14, 2007**

Do Now: Write the three basic formulas for probabilities: P(A and B), P(A or B), P(B|A).

Objective: YWBAT demonstrate mastery of the content to yourself, your peers, and your teacher.

Agenda: 1. Exam 2. Arranging reality

HW: College Board, "Probably Hiking with Henry"


 * May 15, 2007**

Do Now: 10QQ

Objective: YWBAT develop a algorithm to calculate the number of possible arrangements of a set of objects YWBAT apply the concept of factorials to calculate permutations YWBAT broaden that conception to include the arrangement of a set of objects only using a subset of the original set of objects (n objects taken r at a time) YWBAT identify situations that involve identical objects or objects arranged within a circle and apply the appropriate algorithm

Agenda: 1. Developing an algorithm for permutations 2. Formal definition of permutations 3. Broadening of the definition to include other situations

HW: College Board, "Probably Hiking with Henry"


 * May 16, 2007**

Do Now: 5QQ

Objectives: YWBAT distinguish between situations involving combinations and those involving permutations YWBAT apply the concepts learned from permutations to situations involving combinations

Agenda: 1. What type of arrangement is on the table? 2. Defining algorithms for combinations 3. Probabilities and possible arrangements

HW: 10.3 Holt 2


 * May 17, 2007**

Do Now: 15 QQ

Objectives:

YWBAT apply combinatorics to solve probability situations YWBAT implement the vocabulary of probability in your description of probabilistic problem contexts

Agenda: 1. Review of difference between combinations and permutations 2. Combing combinations within the Fundamental Counting Principle 3. Simplifying complicated probabilities

HW: Complete Blitzer Summative Worksheet


 * May 18, 2007**

Do Now: Compare and contrast, using written language, combinations and permutations. Four sentences minimum.

Objectives: YWBAT demonstrate mastery of permutations and combinations and apply them in probability situations

Agenda: 1. Extensive quiz on permutations and combinations 2. Review of quiz problems to solidify understanding 3. Think aloud with multi-step probabilities

HW: NA

Do Now: 15Q Objectives: YWBAT expand binomails using the Binomial Theorem YWBAT interpret Pascal's Triangle and apply it to combinations and expansion of the Binomial Theorem
 * May 21, 2007**

Agneda: 1. Review of binomial expansion 2. Focusing in on Pascal's Triangle as tool 3. Applying combinations and Pascal's Triangle to identify specific terms in an expansion

HW: Holt 10

Do Now: 4QQ
 * May 22, 2007**

Objectives: YWBAT interpret data based on measures of central tendency YWBAT determine the best measure of central tendency of a specific data set YWBAT organize information using frequency tables and diagrams

Agenda: 1. Rethinking mean, median, and mode as measures of central tendency 2. Which measure is a good measure for a given situation 3. Frequency tables and organization of data

HW: Handout from Holt 12.1

Do Now: 4QQ
 * May 23, 2007**

Objectives: YWBAT construct Stem-and-Leaf plots and interpret them using measures of central tendency YWBAT transform data into usable information by employing histograms

Agenda: 1. Math and Money 2. Show me the data and tell me what it means 3. Details do matter--label everything, leave nothing to the imagination

HW: Show me the money worksheet

Do Now: 2 QQ
 * May 24, 2007**

Objectives: YWBAT interpret and use circle graphs in the appropriate context

Agenda: 1. Our marketing team thus far: measures of central tendency, frequency table, histogram, and stem and leaf 2. Introducing the circle graph--review of proportions and central angles 3. The different looks of the circle graph but always part and whole relationships

HW: Construct your very own circle graph!

**May 25, 2007** Do Now: 3QQ

Objectives: YWBAT interpret and deploy a box and whisker plot in order to support claims about patterns in the data YWBAT construct a box and whisker plot to represent a set of data

Agenda: 1. One more player to the table: the box and whisker plot 2. What this player helps us see and do 3. Special vocabulary: quartiles and interquartile range

HW: Construct your very own box and whisker plot!

**May 29-31, 2007** In teacher's absence, students will complete two rather large packets taken from //Glencoe's Core-Plus Mathematics// as well as their //Contemporary Mathematics in Context.// Students will explore data using the tools of statistics and probability and will do so collaboratively in groups of four.