A complete formative lesson with embedded slideshow, mini lecture screencasts, checks for understanding, practice items, mixed review, and reflection. I create these assignments to supplement each lesson of Pearson's Common Core Edition Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry courses. See also mathquest.net and twitter.com/mathquestEDU.

Solve It! During summer vacation, you work two jobs. You walk three dogs several times a week, and you work part time as a receptionist at a hair studio. You earn $8 per hour as a receptionist and $20 per week per dog. Your weekly schedule (shown here) is the same each week. How much will you earn in 10 weeks?

Problem 1 Got It?

Problem 2 Got It?
Problem 3 Got It? What is the value of the expression below for x = 6 and y = -3?
Enter only a number.

Problem 4 Got It?

Problem 5 Got It?

Problem 5 Got It?






Error Analysis: A student simplified the expression as shown in the canvas. Identify the errors and correct them.
Compare and Contrast: How are algebraic expressions and numerical expressions alike? How are they different? Include examples to justify your reasoning.
Review Lesson 1-2: Sort the numbers from least to greatest.
Review Lesson 1-2: Sort the numbers from least to greatest.
Review Lesson 1-3: Simplify the expression.
Review Lesson 1-3: Simplify the expression.
Key Concept: Properties for simplifying algebraic expressions.
Match each property with the algebraic example of the property. Each example is used exactly once.
Distributive Property of Subtraction
Multiplication by 0
Multiplication by -1
Opposite of a Sum
Opposite of a Difference
Opposite of an Opposite
Notes: Take a clear picture or screenshot of your Cornell notes for this lesson. Upload it to the canvas. Zoom and pan as needed.
For a refresher on the Cornell note-taking system, click here.
Reflection: Math Success