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Content polynomial factoring Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 No CCG
Keyword: factoring Elaboration: greatest common factor of a polynomialsimpler cases involving trinomials y = x2 + bx + c and difference of squares
Content multiplication of polynomial expressions Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 No CCG
Keyword: multiplication Elaboration: applying the distributive property between two polynomials, including trinomialsconnecting the product of binomials with an area model
Content systems of linear equations Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 No CCG
Keyword: systems Elaboration: solving graphicallysolving algebraically by inspection, substitution, eliminationconnecting ordered pair with meaning of an algebraic solutionsolving problems in situational contexts
Content arithmetic sequences Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 No CCG
Keyword: arithmetic sequences Elaboration: applying formal language (common difference, first term, general term) to increasing and decreasing linear patternsconnecting to linear relationsextension: exploring arithmetic series
Content linear functions: slope and equations of lines Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 No CCG
Keyword: linear functions Elaboration: slope: positive, negative, zero, and undefinedtypes of equations of lines (point-slope, slope intercept, and general)equations of parallel and perpendicular linesequations of horizontal and vertical linesconnections between representations: graphs, tables, equations
Content functions and relations: connecting data, graphs, and situations Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 No CCG
Keyword: functions and relations Elaboration: communicating domain and range in both situational and non-situational contextsconnecting graphs and contextunderstanding the meaning of a functionidentifying whether a relation is a functionusing function notation
Content prime factorization Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 No CCG
Keyword: prime factorization Elaboration: expressing prime factorization of a number using powersidentifying the factors of a numberincludes greatest common factor (GCF) and least common multiple (LCM)strategies include using factor trees and factor pairs
Content operations on powers with integral exponents Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 No CCG
Keyword: powers Elaboration: positive and negative exponentsexponent lawsevaluation using order of operationsnumerical and variable bases
Curricular Competency Incorporate First Peoples worldviews, perspectives, knowledge, and practices to make connections with mathematical concepts Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 Connecting and reflecting
Keyword: Incorporate Elaboration: by:collaborating with Elders and knowledge keepers among local First Peoplesexploring the First Peoples Principles of Learning (http://www.fnesc.ca/wp/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/PUB-LFP-POSTER-Princi… e.g., Learning is holistic, reflexive, reflective, experiential, and relational [focused on connectedness, on reciprocal relationships, and a sense of place]; Learning involves patience and time)making explicit connections with learning mathematicsexploring cultural practices and knowledge of local First Peoples and identifying mathematical connections
Keyword: knowledge Elaboration: local knowledge and cultural practices that are appropriate to share and that are non-appropriated
Keyword: practices Elaboration: Bishop’s cultural practices: counting, measuring, locating, designing, playing, explaining (http://www.csus.edu/indiv/o/oreyd/ACP.htm_files/abishop.htm)Aboriginal Education Resources (www.aboriginaleducation.ca)Teaching Mathematics in a First Nations Context, FNESC (http://www.fnesc.ca/resources/math-first-peoples/)
Curricular Competency Use mistakes as opportunities to advance learning Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 Connecting and reflecting
Keyword: mistakes Elaboration: range from calculation errors to misconceptions
Keyword: opportunities to advance learning Elaboration: by:analyzing errors to discover misunderstandingsmaking adjustments in further attemptsidentifying not only mistakes but also parts of a solution that are correct
Curricular Competency Connect mathematical concepts with each other, other areas, and personal interests Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 Connecting and reflecting
Keyword: Connect mathematical concepts Elaboration: to develop a sense of how mathematics helps us understand ourselves and the world around us (e.g., daily activities, local and traditional practices, popular media and news events, social justice, cross-curricular integration)
Curricular Competency Reflect on mathematical thinking Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 Connecting and reflecting
Keyword: Reflect Elaboration: share the mathematical thinking of self and others, including evaluating strategies and solutions, extending, posing new problems and questions
Curricular Competency Take risks when offering ideas in classroom discourse Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 Communicating and representing
Keyword: discourse Elaboration: is valuable for deepening understanding of conceptscan help clarify students’ thinking, even if they are not sure about an idea or have misconceptions
Curricular Competency Use mathematical vocabulary and language to contribute to discussions in the classroom Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 Communicating and representing
Keyword: discussions Elaboration: partner talks, small-group discussions, teacher-student conferences
Curricular Competency Represent mathematical ideas in concrete, pictorial, and symbolic forms Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 Communicating and representing
Keyword: Represent Elaboration: using models, tables, graphs, words, numbers, symbolsconnecting meanings among various representationsusing concrete materials and dynamic interactive technology

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