CP+Martin,+Leighlan

=Unit Cover Page=


 * Unit Title: Grade Level(s): 8**
 * Subject/Topic Area(s): Algebra**
 * Key Words: Linear, Graph, slope, y-intercept, x-intercept.**
 * Designed by: Leighlan Martin Time Frame: 15(80)**
 * School District: 9 School: hard knocks**

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 * =Brief Summary of Unit= ||
 * In this unit students will learn that the graph of a linear relationship y=kx+b is a line, K being slope and b the y-intercept, linear relationships are characterized by a constant rate of change, k, and lines can be used to symbolize real life situations, like acceleration. Students will be able to represent a line with a linear equation, derive a line from linear equations, be aware that lines are characterized by slope, argue why lines are charicterized by slope, adapt linear equations to describe parts of their lives, and assume the role of a professional that uses linear equations in their work. Students will learn abuot linear equations through demonstration and exploration. Students will show their understanding of linear equations through graphing equations in excel, Recreating a given graph by plugging in an appropriate equation into grapher, proving through observation that lines are characterized by slope, composing a song about the importance of slope, creating a comic that illustrates how equations relate to their hobbies, and researching and presenting how people in a chosen profession use liner equations in their work. For the final assessment students will pull it altogether to create a drawing with linear equations for a NASA competition.