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mvsd Mathematics The Idaho State Achievement Standards for Mathematics provides skills for kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Algebra I The Idaho State Achievement Standards for Mathematics lists learning goals for students in grades 9-12. |
| Algebraic Concepts |
| The Algebraic Concepts Unit includes Competencies/Objectives which focus on algebraic equations and operations. This unit includes studying number systems, operations, and forms. Students explore the symbolic nature of algebraic concepts by identifying and extending patterns in algebra, by following algebraic procedures, and by proving theorems with properties. |
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Properties: Real Numbers
The learner will be able to identify and use properties of real numbers.
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Algebraic Concepts: Simplify/Fractions
The learner will be able to simplify basic algebraic fractions.
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Equations: Translate/Words
The learner will be able to translate word expressions into algebraic equations.
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Exponents: Laws of Exponents/Simplify
The learner will be able to apply the laws of exponents to simplify expressions containing integer exponents.
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Expressions: Evaluate/Basic
The learner will be able to evaluate basic algebraic expressions.
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Expressions: Translate
The learner will be able to translate word expressions into algebraic expressions.
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Factoring: Basic/Quadratic Expressions
The learner will be able to factor basic quadratic expressions.
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Formulas: Evaluate/Basic
The learner will be able to evaluate basic formulas.
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Inequalities: Graph/Solution/Number Line
The learner will be able to graph, on a number line, the solutions to an inequality.
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Inequalities: Solve/Basic/One Variable
The learner will be able to obtain solutions to basic inequalities involving one variable.
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Inequalities: Solve
The learner will be able to obtain solutions to inequalities with one variable.
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Linear Equations: Graph
The learner will be able to graph linear equations with two variables given suitable information.
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Linear Equations: Graph/Two-Variables
The learner will be able to graph a linear equation in two variables.
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Linear Equations: Slope/Intercept
The learner will be able to recognize the slope and/or intercepts of a linear equation.
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Linear Equations: Solving
The learner will be able to obtain solutions to linear equations employing a variety of methods.
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Linear Equations: Write
The learner will be able to write the equation of a line when presented with suitable information.
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Linear Inequalities: Problem Solving
The learner will be able to solve problems by solving linear inequalities.
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Linear System of Equations: Apply
The learner will be able to apply a system of linear equations to obtain problem solutions.
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Linear System of Equations: Solve
The learner will be able to obtain solutions to a system of linear equations through a variety of techniques.
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Linear System of Equations: Solve/Graph
The learner will be able to solve a system of linear equations by graphing.
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Polynomials: Add/Subtract/Multiply
The learner will be able to perform addition, subtraction, and multiplication of polynomials.
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Polynomials: Determine/Coefficients
The learner will be able to determine the leading coefficient, constant term, and total number of terms in a polynomial.
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Polynomials: Determine/Degree
The learner will be able to determine the degree of polynomials.
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Polynomials: Divide by Monomial
The learner will be able to divide a polynomial by a monomial.
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Polynomials: Find/Monomial Factor
The learner will be able to find monomial factors in polynomials.
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Polynomials: Recognizing Expressions
The learner will be able to recognize polynomial expressions.
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Radicals: Equations/Basic/Solve Problems
The learner will be able to obtain solutions to problem involving basic radical equations.
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Simplify Expressions: Algebraic
The learner will be able to simplify algebraic expressions.
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Simplify Expressions: Numeric
The learner will be able to simplify numeric expressions by using the order of operations.
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Basic Operations: Integers/Fractions
The learner will be able to use combinations of the four basic operations with integers, fractions, and decimals to solve problems.
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Quadratic Equations: Factor
The learner will be able to factor quadratic equations.
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| Functions |
| The Functions Unit includes exploring polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, and circular functions. |
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Functions/Relations: Differentiate
The learner will be able to differentiate between functions and relations.
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Functions/Relations: Problem Solving
The learner will be able to apply relations and functions to obtain solutions to problems.
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Graphing: Domain/Range
The learner will be able to identify the domain and range of a given function or relation.
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| Geometry |
| The Geometry Unit includes Competencies/Objectives which focus on exploring geometric concepts from multiple perspectives. The Geometry Unit includes properties and construction of figures, proofs and theorems, history of geometry, transformations, logic, and problem solving. |
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Points: Identify
The learner will be able to identify the coordinates of a point in a plane.
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Pythagorean Theorem: Use/Converse/Solve
The learner will be able to apply the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse in problem solving scenarios.
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| Mathematics Processes |
| The Mathematics Processes Unit focuses on mathematical connections, communication, modeling, concepts and procedures. |
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Communication: Ideas
The learner will be able to ask questions and express mathematical concepts clearly through the use of language and/or symbolism.
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Mathematical Concepts: Form/Express
The learner will be able to develop and express mathematical definitions and/or generalizations derived through explorations.
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Mathematical Concepts: Relationships
The learner will be able to ponder and/or clarify mathematical concepts and relationships.
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Learning: Interpret/Written/Illustration
The learner will be able to interpret a mathematical illustrations and illustrate written mathematical concepts.
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| Number Theory |
| The Number Theory Unit focuses on manipulating number forms and classifications. Students make connections between number forms and their real-world applications. |
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Square Roots: Operations
The learner will be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide with square roots and exponents.
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Ratios and Proportions: Problem Solve
The learner will be able to solve problems involving ratios and proportions.
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Logarithms: Comprehend/Properties
The learner will be able to comprehend properties of logarithms.
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Number Forms: Represent/Scientific
The learner will be able to illustrate numbers in scientific notation.
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| Numeration |
| The Numeration Unit focuses on exploring ordinality, identifying and extending number patterns, comparing numbers, and demonstrating number relationships. |
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Patterns: Associate/Function
The learner will be able to associate patterns to the concepts of functions.
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Patterns: Problem Solving
The learner will be able to apply patterns in order to obtain solutions to problems.
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| Percents |
| The Percent Unit focuses on the concept of percent. This unit includes performing operations with percents, converting percents to other number forms, using manipulatives to demonstrate percents, and solving problems with percents in real-world contexts. |
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Problem Solving: Percents
The learner will be able to obtain solutions to problems involving percents.
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| Data Analysis/Probability/Statistics |
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Data Analysis: Interpret/Predict
The learner will be able to interpret and formulate predictions for data presented in line graphs or scatter plots through investigation of patterns and identification of algebraic ideas.
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Mean/Median/Mode/Range: Summarize
The learner will be able to obtain summaries of data in a variety of ways including the application of mean, mode, median, and/or range.
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Predicting: Probability
The learner will be able to make predictions and/or descriptions of the probability (possibly expressed as a rational number between 0 and 1) of a certain event.
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Probability: Compound
The learner will be able to perform and/or interpret experiments involving compound probabilities.
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Outcomes: Identify
The learner will be able to recognize potential outcomes for an elementary experiment.
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Probability: Define
The learner will be able to mathematically define probability.
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Data Analysis: Analyze/Compare
The learner will be able to analyze and make comparisons of data presented in frequency distributions, diagrams, charts, tables, and graphs, and formulate predictions or conclusions about this data.
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Independent/Dependent Events
The learner will be able to understand how the difference between independent and dependent events affects the results of given probability scenarios.
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Probability:With and Without Replacement
The learner will be able to find probabilities with or without replacement.
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Table/Chart: Create
The learner will be able to create tables and charts to display data.
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Interpret/Create/Tables ,Charts,Graphs
The learner will be able to interpret and create a variety of tables, graphs, and charts.
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Graphs: Organize/Defend/Choice
The learner will be able to organize data in tables and graphs and defend the choice of the particular table or graph that has been selected.
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Tables/Charts: Create/Read/Interpret
The learner will be able to create, read, and/or interpret tables and charts for groups of data.
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Graphs/Correlation
The learner will be able to describe what type of correlation a graph has.
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| Problem Solving |
| The Problem Solving Unit focuses on the problem solving effort. This unit includes analyzing problems, evaluating solutions, problem exploration, and strategies. |
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Problem Solving: Tools/Manipulatives
The learner will be able to obtain problem solutions that connect ideas to one another and to practical applications using instruments and manipulatives.
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Problem Solving: Estimate/Predict
The learner will be able to apply estimation strategies to predict calculated results when solving problems.
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Represent Problems: Algebraically
The learner will be able to represent problem scenarios with algebraic expression and equations.
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Solution: Reasonableness
The learner will be able to evaluate the reasonableness of a given solution.
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Strategies: Choose/Suitable
The learner will be able to choose suitable problem solving strategies.
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Strategies: Choose/Tools/Suitable
The learner will be able to choose suitable mathematical tools to obtain solutions to problems.
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| Rational and Irrational Numbers |
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Irrational Numbers: Approximations
The learner will be able to determine decimal approximations of irrational numbers and simple radicals with and without a calculator.
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Operations: Rational Numbers
The learner will be able to apply the four basic operations on rational numbers with and without a calculator.
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Rational Numbers: Represent
The learner will be able to represent rational numbers in equivalent forms.
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Rational Numbers: Square Root
The learner will be able to determine the square root of a rational number through the simplification of radicals and by using a calculator.
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| Real Numbers and the Coordinate Plane |
| The Real Numbers and the Coordinate Plane Unit includes graphing equations, and making connections between algebraic concepts and their geometric correspondences. |
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Cartesian Plane: Graphing Inequalities
The learner will be able to make graphs of linear inequalities using coordinates and/or the Cartesian plane.
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Coordinate Plane: Plot Points
The learner will be able to plot points on a coordinate grid.
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Graphing: Recognize/Lines
The learner will be able to recognize graphs of lines, including special cases.
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Slope: Compute
The learner will be able to compute the slope when presented with the change of the two variables.
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Slope: Explain/Rate of Change
The learner will be able to explain the definition of the slope of a line as a rate of change.
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| Calculus and Pre-Calculus |
| The Calculus and Pre-Calculus Unit includes studying the following concepts: limits, matrix algebra, functions, vectors, conic sections, mathematical induction, and sequence and series using graphical calculators, computers, and models. |
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Matrices: Problem Solving
The learner will be able to apply matrices to obtain solutions to problems.
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Vectors: Understand
The learner will be able to comprehend the characteristics of vectors.
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Vectors: Understand/Applications
The learner will be able to develop an understanding of the applications of vectors.
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