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Mr. Lawrence
shawn.lawrence@mnps.org
1st Period Class
6th Grade Math
1st Nine Weeks Syllabus
Class Description: The areas of mathematics that will be covered in the
sixth grade are Number and Operations; Algebraic Thinking; Real World
Problem Solving; Data Analysis and Probability; Measurement; and Geometry.
Knowledge will be gained through the textbook, math labs, and technological
sources.
Areas Being Covered: Number Sense, Patterns, and Operations
Standards to be covered:
• Use estimation to select a reasonable solution to compare numbers
• Solve real world equations
• Apply order of operation when computing whole numbers
• Extend geometric and numerical patterns
• Evaluate Algebraic expressions for a given value of the variable
• Identify place value of a given digit
• Identify prime and composite numbers up to fifty
• Connect numbers on a number line
Assessments:
Student progress toward the standards will be assessed through daily
assignments, quizzes, tests, and activities. Quizzes may be announced or
unannounced. A test will be given upon the conclusion of each unit of study.
Grading:
Grades will fall within these categories: classwork, homework, and test and
quizzes. Any projects that are assigned will count as a test grade. Test and
quizzes are counted twice.
Progress Reports: Wednesday, September 10, 2008
End of 1st Nine Weeks: Thursday, October 9, 2008
1st Nine Weeks Report Card: Monday, October 20, 2008
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