This page contains my lesson plans for the fall semester of 2009
- Week 1
- Week 2
- Week 3
- Week 4
- Week 5
- Week 6
- Week 7
- Week 8
- Week 9
- Week 10
- Week 11
Week 1
Geometry/Honors Geom.
Laura Brown
MONDAY
Bell Work: Student Info / contact card (following prompts on the
board)
TSW practice classroom procedures, make classroom rules and
consequences, and perform
“getting to know” each other activities.
Standards: 1-Mathmatical Process
3108.1.6 Employ reading and writing to
recognize the historical
development of
mathematics and its major themes.
3108.1.12 Connect the study of geometry
to the historical development
of geometry.
4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.1 Recognize that there are
geometries, other than Euclidean
geometry, in which the
parallel postulate is not true and discuss
unique properties of
each.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Writing assign: TSW take a sheet of paper, fold it in 6
sections. They will then write and draw 6
different things about themselves. Teacher will cue each student
for there introduction. Other
students are to “take notes” on their classmates to help get to
know each other. Also (see
Homework).
Homework: Teacher will pose the question, “What is
Geometry?” "Who is the father of Geometry?
" And take a few individual
responses. Be ready to discuss Tuesday with supporting facts.
(Use internet, Library, ect.)
TUESDAY
Bell Work: one page paper in comp. book– What do you hope to get
out of this class? How would
you teach this class? What steps will you take to be successful?
TSW discuss geometry and the historical development
TSW set up binders, and Finish “getting to know you” activities
TSW analyze and practice problem solving strategies
Prompt: What are some problems that arise in your everyday life
and the steps you take to solve
them?
Standards: 1-Mathmatical Process
3108.1.6 Employ reading and writing to
recognize the historical
development of
mathematics and its major themes.
3108.1.12 Connect the study of geometry
to the historical development
of geometry.
3108.1.2 Apply and adapt a variety of
appropriate strategies to problem
solving, including
testing cases, estimation, and then checking
induced errors and the
reasonableness of the solution.
3108.1.4 Move flexibly between multiple
representations (contextual,
physical, written,
verbal, iconic/pictorial, graphical, tabular, and
symbolic), to solve
problems, to model mathematical ideas, and
to communicate solutions
strategies.
3108.1.5 Identify and explain the
necessity of postulates, theorems, and
corollaries in a
mathematical system.
4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.1 Recognize that there are
geometries, other than Euclidean
geometry, in which the
parallel postulate is not true and discuss
unique properties of
each.
3108.4.2 Differentiate between
Euclidean and non-Euclidean Geometry
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9
Writing assign: (see Bell Work)
Homework: (honors only) 1 Page paper on the differences
between Euclidean Geometry and
non-Euclidean Geometry. Which one do we study? Due: Next
Tuesday!!!
WEDNESDAY
Bell Work: Given a problem, decide the best method to solve it.
TSW Review basic algebra concepts needed in geometry, such as
solving equations, radicals,
rationals, and fraction operations. (Use white boards to aid in
assessment)
Standards: Algebra 1 concepts
1-Mathmatical Process
3108.1.1 Check solutions after making
reasonable estimates in
appropriate units of quantities
encountered in real-life situations.
3108.1.3 Use geometric understanding
and spatial visualization of
geometric solids to solve problems and
create drawings.
3108.1.7 Understand the capabilities
and the limitations of calculators
and computers in solving problems.
2-Number and Operations
3108.2.1 Analyze and apply the
relationships between basic number
concepts and geometry (e.g. rounding
and pattern identification in
measurement, the relationship of pi to
other rational and irrational
numbers).
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 8, 9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: Algebra Review Packet
Thursday
Bell Work: Write a paragraph explaining how algebra will play a
part in geometry. Figure out a
logic puzzle, and a review question
TSW work and show steps of reasoning on a Geometry Pre-Test
(using last years final). To be
used as pre-data on students to find out how much they already
know.
50-questions. Textbooks will be handed out while students are
working.
Standards: Current Geometry Standards will be pre-tested
Marzano strategies: 3, 7, 8, 9
Writing assign: (see Bellwork)
Homework: Text Book Scavenger Hunt
FRIDAY
Introduction to Unit 1
Activity: The Teacher will read The Dot and the Line
TSW define, name and draw basic geometric constructions:
points, lines, planes, segments, rays, types of lines, planes,
and angles.
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.1 Develop the structures of
geometry, such as lines, angles, planes, and
planar figures, and explore their
properties and relationships.
3108.4.6 Describe the intersection of
lines (in the plane and in space), a line and
a plane, or of two planes.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 7, 9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts (see
bell work)
Homework: Chap. 1 vocabulary
Week 2
MONDAY
Bellwork: Logic Puzzles as a warm up!
Chap. 1 Vocab Quiz!
TSW identify angle pairs
TSW use angle theorems to prove angles are complementary or
supplementary
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.1 Develop the structures of geometry, such as
lines, angles, planes, and planar figures,
and explore their properties and
relationships.
3108.4.6 Describe the intersection of lines (in the
plane and in space), a line and
a plane, or of two planes.
Marzanos: 1, 2, 4, 7, 9
Homework: p. 100 (19-22, 30) and worksheet (1-31) & Euclid Paper!
TUESDAY
Bell Work: Logic Puzzle, Name the concept questions
TSW construct basic geometric figures using a compass and a
straightedge.
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.1 Develop the structures of geometry, such as
lines, angles, planes, and
planar figures, and explore their properties
and relationships.
3108.4.6 Describe the intersection of lines (in the
plane and in space), a line and
a plane, or of two planes.
3108.4.4 Develop geometric intuition and visualization
through performing
geometric constructions with
straightedge/compass and with technology
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts (see
bell work)
Homework: Work on Project / Honors Paper (finish it up!)
WEDNESDAY
Project #1 / Honors Paper Due!
Bell Work: Logic Puzzle and vertical angle review problem,
Describe in words the best method to construct or copy and angle!
TSW Find the distance of two points on a coordinate plane using
the distance formula.
TSW Find the midpoint of a line on a coordinate plane using the
midpoint formula.
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.1 Develop the structures of geometry, such as
lines, angles, planes, and
planar figures, and explore their properties
and relationships.
3108.4.6 Describe the intersection of lines (in the
plane and in space), a line and
a plane, or of two planes.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 5
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: p. 46 (3-30) multiples of 3
THURSDAY
Bell Work: logic puzzle and review distance and midpoint problem
TSW Find perimeter, area, and circumference of geometric figures
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.1 Develop the structures of geometry, such as
lines, angles, planes, and
planar figures, and explore their properties
and relationships.
3108.4.6 Describe the intersection of lines (in the
plane and in space), a line and
a plane, or of two planes.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Class work: Text Book Practice p. 55 (3-39) mult. of 3
FRIDAY
Bell Work: Logic Puzzle, Write any questions you have before the
test.
TSW be assessed on standards learned through a formal unit test
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.1 Develop the structures of geometry, such as
lines, angles, planes, and
planar figures, and explore their properties
and relationships.
3108.4.6 Describe the intersection of lines (in the
plane and in space), a line and
a plane, or of two planes.
Marzano strategies: 3, 7
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: Chap. 2 Vocabulary
Week 3
MONDAY
Bellwork: picture puzzles
TSW analyze, recognize, label and write conditional statements.
p=>q
TSW analyze, recognize and write converse statements. q=>p
TSW determine truth values of a condition and its converse
statement and provide counter
examples if false.
TSW combine the conditional and converse statement into one
Biconditional statement if both the
truth values are true.
Standards:1-Mathmatical Process
3108.1.1 Use mathematical language,
symbols, definitions, proofs and
counterexamples correctly and precisely
in mathematical reasoning.
3108.1.3 Develop inductive and
deductive reasoning to independently
make and evaluate mathematical
arguments and construct appropriate
proofs; include various types of
reasoning, logic, and intuition.
4-Geoemtry and Measurement
3108.4.3 Establish fluency with the
tools of logic and proof, including
aspects of formal logic as well as
construction of proofs.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8
Writing assign: (activity) - The students will split into
groups of 3 and write their own conditional statements. They
will then switch with a partner and write the converse of each
student made conditional statement. They must then as a group,
decide if they are true both ways, if so together write the
biconditional.
Assignment: p. 72 (33-44, 52)
Journal Assignment: Explain in your own words what a conditional
statement is. Write one and
label the parts.
TUESDAY
Bellwork: Write a given quote as a conditional statement,
separate a biconditional into the
conditional and the converse statement.
TSW Negate a conditional statement called an inverse. ~p=>~q
TSW Negate a converse statement called a contrapositive. ~q=>~p
TSW record truth values in a truth table and determine which
operations are a conjunction and a
disjunction.
Standards:1-Mathmatical Process
3108.1.1 Use mathematical language,
symbols, definitions, proofs and
counterexamples correctly and precisely
in mathematical reasoning.
3108.1.3 Develop inductive and
deductive reasoning to independently
make and evaluate mathematical
arguments and construct appropriate
proofs; include various types of
reasoning, logic, and intuition.
4-Geoemtry and Measurement
3108.4.3 Establish fluency with the
tools of logic and proof, including
aspects of formal logic as well as
construction of proofs.
Marzano strategies: 1,2,4,6,8
Writing assign: (see bell work) In groups of two or three,
write true conditionals, with true converses. Combine the two
statements into one as a biconditional using the words (if and
only if) – iff. (Teacher will pass out textbooks at this time) -
And work through a few sample problems in class at the
conclusion of the group work. P.78 2-22 evens
Assignment: p. 267 (1-9, 16)
Journal Assignment: Using the chp. 2 vocabulary write a poem,
song, or story.
WEDNESDAY
Bell Work: Logic Puzzle, Given a statement determine if it is a
good definition. Explain why it is important to determine if a
definition is accurate.
TSW Use the law of detachment
TSW Use the law of syllogism
TSW Write the negation, inverse, and contrapositive of a statement
Standards: 1-Mathmatical Process
3108.1.1 Use mathematical language,
symbols, definitions, proofs and
counterexamples correctly and precisely
in mathematical reasoning.
3108.1.3 Develop inductive and
deductive reasoning to independently
make and evaluate mathematical
arguments and construct appropriate
proofs; include various types of
reasoning, logic, and intuition.
4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.3 Establish fluency with the
tools of logic and proof, including
aspects of formal logic as well as
construction of proofs.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 8, 9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts (see
bell work)
Home Work: p. 84/85 (3-30 multiples of 3)
THURSDAY
Bell Work: logic puzzle, write the inverse and contrapositive of
a given conditional statement
Quiz- vocabulary and conditional statements
TSW recognize the different formats for writing proofs
TSW Use indirect reasoning to write proofs of given statements
TSW connect reasoning in algebra to geometry
Standards: 1-Mathmatical Process
3108.1.1 Use mathematical language,
symbols, definitions, proofs and
counterexamples correctly and precisely
in mathematical reasoning.
3108.1.3 Develop inductive and
deductive reasoning to independently
make and evaluate mathematical
arguments and construct appropriate
proofs; include various types of
reasoning, logic, and intuition.
4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.3 Establish fluency with the
tools of logic and proof, including
aspects of formal logic as well as
construction of proofs.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 8, 9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
(see bell work)
Homework: Given a statement – use any of the 3 proof
formats to prove the statement true
FRIDAY
Bell Work: Logic Puzzle, Write any questions you have before the
test.
TSW be assessed on standards learned through a formal unit test
Standards: 1-Mathmatical Process
3108.1.1 Use mathematical language,
symbols, definitions, proofs and
counterexamples correctly and precisely
in mathematical reasoning.
3108.1.3 Develop inductive and
deductive reasoning to independently
make and evaluate mathematical
arguments and construct appropriate
proofs; include various types of
reasoning, logic, and intuition.
4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.3 Establish fluency with the
tools of logic and proof, including
aspects of formal logic as well as
construction of proofs.
5-Data and Statistics
3108.5.1 Analyze, interpret, employ and
construct accurate statistical graphs.
3108.5.2 Develop the basic principles
of geometric probability.
Marzano strategies: 3, 7
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts (test)
Week 4
MONDAY
Bellwork: 4 Logic puzzles, and how to find slope of a line.
TSW Write an equation given a graphed line
TSW Determine slope of a line
TSW analyze the difference between parallel, perpendicular, or
oblique lines.
Standards:4-Geoemtry and Measurement
3108.4.8 Apply properties and theorems
about angles associated with parallel
and perpendicular lines to solve
problems.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 5
Assignment: 10 classwork problems and p. 692 (21-28) optional
TUESDAY
Bell Work: Logic Puzzles
Introduce- Project #2- “city project” due: Wednesday, September
2nd.
TSW Identify angle pairs formed from the converse theories of
parallel lines and transversals.
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.8 Apply properties and theorems
about angles associated with parallel
and perpendicular lines to solve
problems.
3108.4.21 Use properties of and
theorems about parallel lines, perpendicular
lines, and angles to prove basic
theorems in Euclidean geometry
3108.3.1 Use analytic geometry tools to
explore geometric problems, especially
parallel and perpendicular lines,
circles, and special points of polygons.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 5, 9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: Work on Project, and finish Worksheet 3.2
WEDNESDAY
Bell Work: Logic Puzzle, given a picture of Lebanon, identify
angles created by given buildings.
TSW use theories of parallel lines to find angle measures in
triangles.
TSW use exterior angles of triangles to find missing
measurements.
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.8 Apply properties and theorems
about angles associated with parallel
and perpendicular lines to solve
problems.
3108.4.21 Use properties of and
theorems about parallel lines, perpendicular
lines, and angles to prove basic
theorems in Euclidean geometry
3108.3.1 Use analytic geometry tools to
explore geometric problems, especially
parallel and perpendicular lines,
circles, and special points of polygons.
3108.4.12 Apply the Angle Sum Theorem
for polygons to find interior and
exterior angle measures given the
number of sides, to find the number of sides
given angle measures, and to solve real-
world problems.
Marzano strategies: 2, 4, 5, 9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: Work on Project #2, p. 136 (31-36, 44-47)
THURSDAY
Bell Work: logic puzzles , review question
TSW identify types of polygons, and tell whether they are convex
or concave.
TSW find the interior angle sum of any given convex polygon,
using the angle sum formula.
TSW find the exterior angle sum of a polygon given the exterior
angle sum formula.
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.8 Apply properties and theorems
about angles associated with parallel
and perpendicular lines to solve
problems.
3108.4.21 Use properties of and
theorems about parallel lines, perpendicular
lines, and angles to prove basic
theorems in Euclidean geometry
3108.3.1 Use analytic geometry tools to
explore geometric problems, especially
parallel and perpendicular lines,
circles, and special points of polygons.
3108.4.12 Apply the Angle Sum Theorem
for polygons to find interior and
exterior angle measures given the
number of sides, to find the number of sides
given angle measures, and to solve real-
world problems.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Class work: p. 145 (3-30) mult. of 3
FRIDAY
Bell Work: logic puzzles, and review problem
TSW review concepts in a “bingo/matho” format!
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.3.1 Prove two lines are parallel,
perpendicular, or oblique using coordinate
geometry.
3108.4.8 Apply properties and theorems
about angles associated with parallel
and perpendicular lines to solve
problems.
3108.4.21 Use properties of and
theorems about parallel lines, perpendicular
lines, and angles to prove basic
theorems in Euclidean geometry
3108.3.1 Use analytic geometry tools to
explore geometric problems, especially
parallel and perpendicular lines,
circles, and special points of polygons.
3108.4.12 Apply the Angle Sum Theorem
for polygons to find interior and
exterior angle measures given the
number of sides, to find the number of sides
given angle measures, and to solve real-
world problems.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: Finish up Project #2 (due Wednesday), Study for
test.
Week 5
MONDAY
Bell Work: write any questions that you have before the test
begins!
Project #2- “city project” due: Wednesday!!! - Sept 2nd.
TSW be formally tested on the unit 3 concepts of parallel and
perpendicular lines and their theorems.
TSW define vocabulary used in unit 4 Triangle Congruence
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.3.1 Prove two lines are parallel,
perpendicular, or oblique using coordinate
geometry.
3108.4.8 Apply properties and theorems
about angles associated with parallel
and perpendicular lines to solve
problems.
3108.4.21 Use properties of and
theorems about parallel lines, perpendicular
lines, and angles to prove basic
theorems in Euclidean geometry
3108.3.1 Use analytic geometry tools to
explore geometric problems, especially
parallel and perpendicular lines,
circles, and special points of polygons.
3108.4.12 Apply the Angle Sum Theorem
for polygons to find interior and
exterior angle measures given the
number of sides, to find the number of sides
given angle measures, and to solve real-
world problems.
Marzano strategies: 3,7,9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts and
bell work assignment
Homework: Finish up vocabulary for unit 4
TUESDAY
Bell Work: logic puzzles and review questions
TSW review standards learned throughout semester on a 4 ½ week
benchmark practice exam.
Standards: 1-Mathmatical Process
3108.1.1 Use mathematical language,
symbols, definitions, proofs and
counterexamples correctly and precisely
in mathematical reasoning.
3108.1.3 Develop inductive and
deductive reasoning to independently
make and evaluate mathematical
arguments and construct appropriate
proofs; include various types of
reasoning, logic, and intuition.
4-Geoemtry and Measurement
3108.4.3 Establish fluency with the
tools of logic and proof, including
aspects of formal logic as well as
construction of proofs.
3108.4.1 Develop the structures of
geometry, such as lines, angles, planes, and
planar figures, and explore their
properties and relationships.
3108.4.4 Develop geometric intuition
and visualization through performing
geometric constructions with
straightedge/compass and with technology
3108.4.6 Describe the intersection of
lines (in the plane and in space), a line and
a plane, or of two planes.
5-Data and Statistics
3108.5.1 Analyze, interpret, employ and
construct accurate statistical graphs.
3108.5.2 Develop the basic principles
of geometric probability.
Marzano strategies: 3, 7
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Class work: Logic puzzle sheet when finished with review!
WEDNESDAY
Bell Work: logic puzzles and review questions
CITY PROJECT DUE TODAY!!!!
TSW be assessed on standards learned through a formal 4 ½ week
benchmark test
Standards: 1-Mathmatical Process
3108.1.1 Use mathematical language,
symbols, definitions, proofs and
counterexamples correctly and precisely
in mathematical reasoning.
3108.1.3 Develop inductive and
deductive reasoning to independently
make and evaluate mathematical
arguments and construct appropriate
proofs; include various types of
reasoning, logic, and intuition.
4-Geoemtry and Measurement
3108.4.3 Establish fluency with the
tools of logic and proof, including
aspects of formal logic as well as
construction of proofs.
3108.4.1 Develop the structures of
geometry, such as lines, angles, planes, and
planar figures, and explore their
properties and relationships.
3108.4.4 Develop geometric intuition
and visualization through performing
geometric constructions with
straightedge/compass and with technology
3108.4.6 Describe the intersection of
lines (in the plane and in space), a line and
a plane, or of two planes.
5-Data and Statistics
3108.5.1 Analyze, interpret, employ and
construct accurate statistical graphs.
3108.5.2 Develop the basic principles
of geometric probability.
Marzano strategies: 3, 7
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Class work: chp. 4 vocabulary when finished with the 4 ½
week benchmark test
THURSDAY
Bell Work: logic puzzles
City Project Due Today!!!!
TSW identify types of triangle congruence given theorems and
diagrams.
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.35 Prove that two triangles are
congruent by applying the SSS, SAS,
ASA, AAS, and HL congruence statements.
3108.4.38 Use the principle that corresponding parts of
congruent triangles are
congruent to solve problems.
3108.4.12 Use basic theorems about similar and congruent
triangles to solve
problems.
Marzano strategies: 1,2,4,5,7,8
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Class work: Work sheet to be done and checked in class! P. 183
(29-35,38-41)
FRIDAY
Bell Work: logic puzzles
TSW identify types of triangle congruence given theorems and
diagrams.
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.35 Prove that two triangles are
congruent by applying the SSS, SAS,
ASA, AAS, and HL congruence statements.
3108.4.39 Use the principle that corresponding parts of
congruent triangles are
congruent to solve problems.
3108.4.13 Use basic theorems about similar and congruent
triangles to solve
problems.
Marzano strategies: 1,2,4,5,7,8
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Class work: p. 189 (3-24) and p. 197 (3-21) mult. of 3
Week 6
TUESDAY:
Bell Work: Friday Reviw Problems
TSW Identify and use properties of Isosceles and Equilateral
triangles
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.10 Identify and apply
properties and relationships of special figures
(e.g. isosceles and equilateral
triangles, family of quadrilaterals, polygons,
and solids).
Marzano strategies: 1,2,4,8,9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: p. 246, p. 251 evens
WEDNESDAY:
Bell Work: REVIEW PROBLEMS
TSW find a midsegment of a triangle.
Standards: 4-Geometry and Measurement
3108.4.14 Identify and use medians, midsgements, altitudes,
angle bisectors, and
perpendicular bisectors of triangles to solve problems (e.g. find
segment lengths, angle measures, points of concurrency).
Marzano strategies: 1,2,4,6,8
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
classwork: board work problems and Challenge: p. 246 #20
part a and b
THURSDAY:
Bellwork: review problems
TSW Evaluate teh possible side lengths of a triangle and analyze
the HINGE THEOREM.
Standards:
Marzano:
Classwork: Board problems made up by students birthdays.
FRIDAY:
Bellwork: Triangle Review
TSW formally assess knowledge of triagles through a written exam.
Standards: See above
Marzano:
Homework: Radical Review / Word search
Week 7
MONDAY:
Bell Work: Review Triangles- what do you remember? How many
degrees?
Review ratios and proportions- What are the
differences? What can these tell you?
TSW Find and use relationships (proportions) in similar right
triangles.
Standards:
Unit 5 Triangle Relationships
CFU 3108.1.8 Understand how the similarity of right riangles
allows the trigonometric functions sine, cosine, and tangent to
be defined as ratio of sides.
CFU 3108.4.11 Use the triangle inequality theorems (e.g.
Exterior Angle Inequality Theorem, Hinge Theorem, SSS Inequality
Theorem, Triangle Inequality Theorem) to solve problems.
CFU 3108.4.27 Use right triangle trigonometry to find the area
and perimeter of quadrilaterals (e.g. square, rectangle, rhombus,
parallelogram, trapezoid, and kite).
CFU 3108.4.43 Apply the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse to
triangles to solve mathematical and real-world problems in two-
or three-dimensional situations.
CFU 3108.4.44 Identify and use Pythagorean triples in right
triangles to find lengths of an unknown side in two- or three-
dimensional situations.
CFU 3108.4.45 Use the converse of the Pythagorean Theorem to
classify a triangle by its angles (right, acute, or obtuse).
CFU 3108.4.46 Apply properties of 30-60-90 and 45-45-90
triangles to determine side lengths of triangles.
CFU 3108.4.47 Find the sine, cosine and tangent ratios of an
acute angle of a right triangle given the side lengths.
CFU 3108.4.49 Use the Law of Sines (excluding the ambiguous
case) and the Law of Cosines to find missing side lengths and/or
angle measures in non-right triangles.
CLE 3108.4.10 Develop the tools of right triangle trigonometry
in the context of real world applications, including Pythagorean
Theorem, Law of Sines, and Law of Cosines.
SPI 3108.4.15 Use properties of right triangles to solve
problems.
SPI 3108.4.16 Determine and use the appropriate trigonometric
ratio for a right triangle to solve real-world problems.
SPI 3108.4.4 Identify, describe and apply the relationships
and theorems involving different types of triangles,
quadrilaterals and other polygons.
CFU 3108.2.3 Recognize and apply real number properties to
vector operations and geometric proofs (e.g. reflexive,
symmetric, transitive, addition, subtraction, multiplication,
division, distributive, and substitution properties).
CFU 3108.2.4 Add vectors graphically and algebraically.
CFU 3108.2.5 Multiply a vector by a scalar graphically and
algebraically.
CFU 3108.4.48 Define, illustrate, and apply angles of elevation
and angles of depression in real-world situations.
CLE 3108.2.2 Explore vectors as a numeric system, focusing on
graphic representations and the properties of the operation.
SPI 3108.2.2 Perform operations on vectors in various
representations.
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts and
bell work assignment.
Homework: p. 442 (26-36 evens, 42, 44, 50, 52) Group work
p. 442 (2-20evens)
TUESDAY:
Bell Work: After squaring the lengths of each side of a right
triangle…record your observations in a paragraph format. What do
you notice? What is this called?
TSW use Pythagorean Theorem and it’s converse to solve for
missing length of triangles.
TSW classify types of triangles (right, obtuse, acute) based on
side lengths only.
Standards: see above…
Marzano strategies: 2, 4, 5,
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts and
bell work assignment
Homework: p. 360 (2-34 evens)
WEDNESDAY:
Bell Work: Using a colored piece of paper make a “hot-dog” fold,
label across the top Special Right Triangles and label each
column 45-45-90 and 30-60-90.
*Quiz* - Proportions in right triangles, Pythagorean theorem, and
classification of triangles.
(100 pts.)
TSW use properties of special right triangles to solve for
missing lengths.
Standards: see above…
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 5, 9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: p. 370 (24-29) all
THURSAY: Parent Teacher Conferences / NO SCHOOL
FRIDAY:
Bell Work: Review Questions and puzzle
TSW use properties of special right triangles to solve for
missing lengths.
Standards: see above!
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 5, 9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: Finish up worksheets (extra practice)
Week 8
MONDAY:
Bell Work: What are your thoughts on how trig and geometry can
be related? What are Tangent, Sine, and Cosine???
TSW use trig ratios to solve missing measurements in a right
triangle.
stnadards: see above…
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 5
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
classwork: Trig Ratio Worksheet
TUESDAY:
Bell Work: Review trig ratios and solve a puzzle
TSW Use angle of elevation and depression to solve real world
problems
TSW Describe vectors and use vector addition to solve real world
problems
Standards: see above
Marzano strategies: 1, 2, 4, 8
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts and
bell work assignment.
Homework: p. 484 (3-15) and p. 493 (3-24) mult. of 3
WEDNESDAY:"FAV. FOOTBALL TEAM DAY"
Bellwork: Review
TSW solve missing lengths in right triangles by LAW OF SINES
Standards: see above
Writing Assignment:Reading and writing using math concepts and
Journal
Homework: complete worksheet
THURSDAY: "RODEO DAY"
Bellwork: Review law of sines
TSW solve missing lengths of right triangle using LAW OF COSINES.
Standards: see above
Writing Assignment: Jouranl
Homework: Complete Worksheet!
FRIDAY: HOMECOMING "BLUE AND WHITE DAY" Go Blue Devils!
Bellwork: Review
TSW review / catch-up on Right Triangle concepts.
Standards: see above
Writing Assignment: Journal
Homework: Study for quiz!
Week 9
MONDAY:
Bell Work: review problems and puzzle
TSW Review Right Triangle concepts in a study guide format.
Standards: see above!
Marzano strategies: 3,6,7,8
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: Study for test
TUESDAY:
Bell Work: Review Questions and puzzle
TSW be formally tested on all the concepts covered on Right
Triangles
Standards: see above!
Marzano strategies: 3,7,9
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: chp 6 definitions - quadrilaterals
WEDNESDAY:
Bell Work: REVIEW
TSW review practice mid-term and correct (showing work) the ones
you missed. To be turned in!
Standards: See Above!
Marzano strategies: 1,2,4,5,7,8
Writing assign: Reading and writing using math concepts
Homework: Study for Mid-term!
Thursday
Bell Work: Scrambled City Quiz
TSW be formally tested on all the concepts covered thus far
through a mid-term (benchmark) format.
TSW play games in groups after test.
Standards: See Above!
Marzano strategies: 3, 7, 9
FRIDAY:
Bellwork: Logic puzzle
Midterm makeups! (9 week benchmark)
TSW discuss misconceptions made on 9 week benchmark as we go over
the solutions.
Standards: see above
Writing Assignment: journal
NO HOMEWORK! ENJOY FALL BREAK!!!
Week 10
MONDAY:
Bellwork: Quadrilateral puzzles...such as how many squares can you find in the figure....
TSW Classify quadrilaterals by their properties and the coordinate method.
TSW Use properties of a parallelogram to evaluate angles and side/diagonal measurements.
Standards:
Journal Assignment: Explain what criteria is used to group quadrilaterals into families.
HomeWork: Use your graphic organizer (quad tree) to answer questions on back side.
TUESDAY:
Bellwork: Graph the following coordinates ... and classify the quad with the most precise name.
Prove your answer!
TSW Use properties of special parallelograms (rhombus, rectangle, and square) to evaluate
angles, sides, and diagonals.
Standards: See Above!
Journal Assignment: Explain why a square is always a rectangle, but all rectangles are not
squares.
Homework: Special Parallelogram riddle worksheet and problems
WEDNESDAY:
Bellwork: challenge (ACT) problem using parallelogram properties.
TSW analyze and record properties of kites and trapezoids.
TSW Use properties of Kites and Trapezoids to evaluate sides, diagonals, and angle
measurements.
Standards: See Above!
Journal Assignment:
Homework: Kite and Trapezoid worksheet
THURSDAY:
Bellwork: Challenge Problems involving kites and traps.
TSW apply the properties of quadratic equations into quadrilateral situations and figures.
Standards: See Above!
Journal Assignment:
Homework: Quadratics in Quadrilaterals worksheet. Study for Quiz!
FRIDAY:
Bellwork: Review Problems
TSW be formally assessed on quadrilaterals standards.
Standards: See Above!
Journal Assignment:
HomeWork: Find a comic strip in the paper or online to bring to class on Monday.
Week 11
MONDAY:
Bellwork: Ratio and Proportion review problem
TSW define and evaluate ratios and proportions.
TSW use a scale factor to create a scale drawing by gridding and enlarging a comic strip.
Standards:
Journal Assignment: Discuss when you have used a scale drawing in your life and how it helped
you.
HomeWork: Finish comic strip project
TUESDAY:
Bellwork: Similar Figure Review Problem
TSW discover and identify the golden ratio found in nature.
TSW solve real world problems using the golden ratio.
Standards: See Above
Journal Assignment: When have you seen the golden rectangle "spiral" in nature? How was this
ratio discovered?
HomeWork:
WEDNESDAY:
THURSDAY:
FRIDAY: