6th Math: This week we will focus much of our attention on factoring composite numbers into product of primes. We will use factor trees and factor cakes to find these prime factors. After this, we will look for the greatest common factors.
7th Math: We will focus on central measure of tendency- mean, median, mode, range. The students will define these words and calculate each. They will also have to determine which measure is best to use. In addition, they will be able to determine the next score they might need to improve their scores. Finally, they will take a look at stem and leaf plots to organize data and find mean, median, & mode.
8th Math: They have started the linear equation unit last week. As expected it has been a challenge so far. We will do more graphing lines and plotting points. Plus, the students will be given a set of points to determine if they fall on the line using substitution. Finally this week the concept of calculating slope and looking at the 4 types will be introduced.
Keep working hard! The end of the 3rd quarter is approaching fast!