Students will write linear equations in point-slope form given two points via a verbal description.

The lesson will provide a conceptual basis for illustrating the parallelism between solving multi-step equations and translating literal equations into solutions for specified variables.

This lesson helps students understand two foundational exponential properties: The Product and Quotient Properties of Exponents. Students will collaborate to formulate a rule for these properties. Ultimately, students should conclude that when the same bases are being multiplied, exponents will be added; and when the same bases are being divided, exponents will be subtracted. As the lesson progresses, students will apply these rules to simplify expressions of various difficulties.
 

Students will calculate the rate of change and y-intercept from a real-world problem represented in a graph, a table, and/or an equation. They will then display and present their findings to the class.

Students will write a linear equation from a real-world situation, identify the components of the equation, and interpret their meanings in the problem’s context.

Students will collaborate to solve a word problem involving rates of change using their prior knowledge and create a graph and/or table showing their work.

The students will be able to graph quadratic functions using key attributes of quadratic equations.