The standards for Math 7 Extended continue to emphasize the foundations of algebra and build on the concepts needed for success in high school level algebra, geometry, and statistics. Students will engage with the data cycle to formulate questions, collect and acquire data, organize and represent data, and analyze and communicate their results. Students will explore real numbers and the subsets of the real number system. Proportional reasoning is expounded upon as students solve a variety of problems including similarity of geometric figures. Students find the volume and surface area of more complex three-dimensional figures and apply transformations to geometric shapes in the coordinate plane. Students will verify and apply the Pythagorean Theorem creating a foundation for further study of triangular relationships in geometry. Students will represent data, both univariate and bivariate data, and make predictions by observing data patterns. Students focus on algebraic concepts which include simplifying algebraic expressions, solving multistep equations and inequalities, and graphing linear functions. These standards are vital to providing a solid foundation in Algebra I for students in middle school mathematics.
The use of appropriate technology and the interpretation of the results from applying technology tools must be an integral part of teaching, learning, and assessment. While learning mathematics, students will be actively engaged, using concrete materials and appropriate technologies to facilitate problem solving. However, facility in the use of technology shall not be regarded as a substitute for a student’s understanding of quantitative and algebraic concepts or for proficiency in basic computations.
The acquisition of specialized mathematical vocabulary and language is crucial to a student’s understanding and appreciation of the subject and fosters confidence in mathematics communication and problem solving.
Problem solving is integrated throughout the content strands. The development of problem-solving skills is a major goal of the mathematics program at every grade level. The development of skills and problem-solving strategies must be integrated early and continuously into each student’s mathematics education.
Standards taught in PWCS Math 7 Extended include 7.PS.2, 7.PFA.2, 7.CE.1, 7.MG.1, 7.PFA.4, 7.PS.1, and all of Grade 8 Mathematics.
Students in this course will complete the Grade Eight Mathematics Standards of Learning (SOL) test.
Math 7 Extended (Year), IBMYP Math 7 Extended (Year)
Schools
Middle School