Algebra I - Module 1, Topic 1: Quantities and Relationships
In this topic, students explore a variety of different functions. The intent is merely to introduce these new functions, providing an overview but not a deep understanding at this point. The topic is designed to help students recognize that different function families have different key characteristics. In later study in this course, they will formalize their understanding of the defining characteristics of each type of function.
Algebra I - Module 1, Topic 2: Sequences
In this topic, students explore sequences represented as lists of numbers, in tables of values, by equations, and as graphs on the coordinate plane. Students move from an intuitive understanding of patterns to a more formal approach of representing sequences as functions. In the final lesson of the topic, students are introduced to the modeling process. Defined in four steps—Notice and Wonder, Organize and Mathematize, Predict and Analyze, and Test and Interpret—the modeling process gives students a structure for approaching real-world mathematical problems.
Algebra I - Module 1, Topic 3: Linear Regressions
In this topic, students focus on the patterns that are evident in certain data sets and use linear functions to model those patterns. Using the informal knowledge of lines of best fit that was built in previous grades, students advance their statistical methods to make predictions about real-world phenomena. They differentiate between correlation and causation, recognizing that a correlation between two quantities does not necessarily mean that there is also a causal relationship. At the end of this topic, students will synthesize what they have learned to decide whether a linear model is appropriate.
Working on Work
This resources is appropriate for Tier I instruction for the scientific concept of work.
Abiotic and Biotic Factors in an Ecosystem
This resource scaffolds the investigation of biotic and abiotic components of an ecosystem and how organisms rely on these components for survival.
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3.01 Distance and Displacement
In this video, we explore the difference between distance traveled (an example of a scalar) and displacement (an example of a vector), and we review some basic vector math.
3.02 Average Speed and Average Velocity
In this video, we explore the difference between speed and velocity, and their relationship to distance and displacement.
3.03 Kinematic Equations in One Dimension
In this video, we introduce the three primary kinematics equations and apply them to one-dimensional problems. The term "acceleration" is also introduced.
3.04 Kinematic Equations Graphical Analysis
In this video, we analyze hypothetical experiments by graphing position, velocity, and acceleration versus time, qualitatively.
3.05 Kinematic Equations in Two Dimensions
In this video, we apply the three primary kinematic equations to projectile motion problems.
3.06 Relative Motion
In this video, the inherent (classical) relativity of velocity measurements is explored, qualitatively and quantitatively, in both one and two dimensions.
10.01 Wave Nature of Light
In this video, we will study the wave-like properties of light.
10.02 Particle Nature of Light
In this video, we will study the particle-like properties of light.
6.01 The Mole
In this video, we will study the mole and its applications in chemical calculations.
6.02 Percent Composition
In this video, we will calculate percent composition or mass percent and various applications.
6.03 Empirical and Molecular Formulas
In this video, we will learn the difference between an empirical and molecular formula and how to find them.
6.04 Balancing Equations
In this video, we will learn how to balance chemical equations using the law of conservation of matter.
6.05 Stoichiometry with Balanced Equations
In this video, we will apply stoichiometric concepts to balanced equations in order to determine mass relationships within reactions.
6.06 Limiting Reactants and Percent Yield
In this video, we will investigate limiting reactants and how they affect chemical reactions