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Welcome to Mr. Lewis’ Math Class

You are in Room 16

Pre Algebra

&

Math 7

Please sit where you want until Mr. Lewis sets up a seating chart!


About this PowerPoint...

This PowerPoint presentation was created to introduce you to Mr. Lewis' mathematics class this year. Hopefully, it will challenge you to think about mathematics and the learning of mathematics. We are all mathematicians so enjoy!


For the next few days.....

You will get a chance to examine how you feel and think about mathematics.

Learn about your math class for this year.

Do some math. Set up your tools for learning.

So, let's start.


During this year, you should expect…..

Lot’s of math Technology as a tool to learn

math Homework


Entering and Leaving the Room

As you might notice, finding Room 16 is not easy. It is located behind Ms. Chalmer’s and Mr. Clark’s rooms. Please enter and leave the room through Mr. Clark’s room or through the outside door entrance on the west side of the room.

Do not go through Ms. Chalmer’s room even though it might seem like the shortest distance. Ms. Chalmers and Mr. Clark will appreciate your help. Thanks.


Mr. Lewis will show you the stack of folders, computer worksheets, calculator worksheets, textbook worksheets, homework sheets for the first week of school, order of operations pencils, and notebooks. As he assigns a new seat to you, go by and pick up one of each of these items and then move to your newly assigned seat. Copy the problem on the next slide onto the left hand side of the first page of your notebook while other students are being reseated. Solve the problem.

Before seeing the next slide…

How would you describe a parallelogram? On the first page in your notebook, copy (pictures can be sketched) and respond to this problem.

These are parallelograms:

These are not parallelograms:

Warm Up-Day 1

Write a detailed description of a parallelogram.




SHARE-Check with the person to the left of you. How does their answer compare to yours? ....Warm Up-Day 1



When Mr. Lewis assigns you a seat, remember…

You must sit in assigned seats. You may work with students in your group only,

unless otherwise instructed. Keep your attention on thinking math. Every minute you use wisely in class improves

your success. Let Mr. Lewis know if you have difficulty seeing

from where you are sitting. Let Mr. Lewis know if there is any other reason

that you are uncomfortable where you are sitting.


Copy and answer each question on the right side of a page in your notebook…

May you sit wherever you want? What students should you work with when we

have group work? What should you be talking about in your groups? What should you do if you have difficulty seeing

from where you are sitting? What should you do if there is any other reason

that you are uncomfortable where you are sitting ?


Setting up your composition notebook:

Write your name and period on the inside of the front cover.

Make sure that you write both your first and last names.

Do not use the notebook for graffitti. You may do mathematical drawings in it.

Use both the front and back of each sheet in the notebook. Divide each sheet into half with the left half being used for warm up activities. The right half is for notes and sample problems.

Date all work.


Have the person to your right check your notebook to make sure that…

Your name and period are written on the inside of the front cover.

Your first and last names are in the notebook.

You have no graffitti written in your notebook.

Your first page is divided into a section for warm ups, a section for notes and sample problems.

Make sure that work is dated.


In your notebook, copy and complete this sentence: Math is.....

Why did you complete the sentence the way that you did? Ask the person across from you what they wrote down to complete the sentence. How were your answers the same? How were they different?


Copy and complete:

Write three great things about mathematics:

1.

2.

3.

Check with others in your group. Put a checkmark by any of your answers that match up to other students’ answers.

Be ready to share your answers.


Here is what I think is so great about mathematics!


Math is

Art


Math is

Business


Math is

College


Math is

Demanding


Math is

EverythingEverywhere


Math is

Fun


Math is

Gigantic


Math is

Helpful


Math is

Intuitive


Math is

Jobs


Math is

Knowing


Math is

Laughing


Math is

Music


Math is

Noteworthy


Math is

Outstanding


Math is

Possible


Math is

Quiet


Math is

Ruling


Math is

Similar


Math is

Technology


Math is

Understanding


Math is

Very Cool!


Math is

Whole


Math is

Xtraordinary


Math is

Your Future


Math is Zuper


Folders Each student will keep a folder to save work in, keep your notebook, and store work when you are not present in class. Keep the folder neat and appropriately decorated.

Here is how you set up your folder. On the folder tab:1. Write both your first and last names.2. Write the number of the period that you are in to the right of your name.3. Use only appropriate drawings in your folder.


Folders On one page in your notebook, trying writing your name backwards as Leonardo Da Vinci did. Now try and draw its mirror image.


You will often work in groups. Remember that it is your responsibility to:

Help others in your group when appropriate; Talk to others in your group when appropriate; Talk to others about math; Help get folders and put them away; Help collect papers and tools; Help complete group projects. Help clean up your area.

In your notebook, on the right side of the page, write the title: An Example of When You Should be Talking In a Group. Write a short paragraph to go with this title.


Some people have come to me and said...

I can't do math; I am no good at math; I am dumb at math; I don't understand math;


However,

Everyone

can

learn

math!


Everyone can

learn math!


So, when you think that you cannot do math, remember that Einstein had difficulties too....

"Do not worry too much about your difficulties in mathematics, I can assure you that mine are still greater."(Albert Einstein)


Putting your folder away...

1. All folders from your set of desks go in a green folder and are stored in one of the two filing cabinets in the room. 2. Make sure that you put your folders in the correct draw.3. Leaving your folder out, will result in demerits on your citizenship grade.4. Decide within your group how you will choose who picks up the folders and who puts them away.


Homework Assignment

On a computer at home or here at school, log onto:


Spend at least 15 minutes examining the website.

Write down five things that you learned from the webpage.

Mr. Lewis’ Wiki

Your homework assignment is to log onto www.lewisinmath.wikispaces.com

Spend Fifteen minutes with your parents reviewing the website. When you are finished, click the “Discussions” Tab and send me a message about how much you love math. For the subject, enter your period number. Make sure that you sign you name with your initials only.


If there is extra time, enjoy the video!

http://youtube.com/watch?v=cqj5Qrxd5M0&mode=related&search=


Warm Up... What do you know?

SHARE OUT!

Make a list of everything that you know about math.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=Ooa8nHKPZ5k&mode=related&search=


Citizenship Grade-In your group, discuss what you think your citizenship grade should be based upon.

The grade for citizenship will be based on student preparedness, participation and engagement, behavior, proper care for school equipment and materials, and timeliness. Students will receive a score of 100 for their citizenship at the beginning of each quarter. Demerits are given when students do not meet the criteria listed above. For example, 5 demerits are given if a student is tardy to class. Marking up your desk may result in 2-5 demerits. Students may make up demerits by turning in written essays on their behavior and how they will improve. Citizenship grades are listed as their first grade on students’ weekly grade sheets.


Citizenship Grade

What is your citizenship grade based upon?

What citizenship grade does each student start the quarter with?

What will students receive demerits for?

Where can you see your citizenship grade?

How may student improve their citizenship grades?


Grades in a Picture-What percentage of your grade should be for citizenship, class and home assignments, quizzes, starters, a student portfolio, and tests? Draw a pie chart to show how you would set up your math grade.


Grades in a Picture-

Quarter GradesStudent grades will be based upon a mean average of citizenship, starters, class and home assignments, a student portfolio, quizzes, and tests. Each of these four areas is weighted according to the following percentages:

Students will receive weekly grade sheets You will typically be handed your grade sheet on Friday. These sheets give a list of assignments and grades for to date. It also shows you your overall academic grade as well as your citizenship grade.

Math Grades 2008-2009

Starters10% Class and

Home Assignments

23%

Student Portfolio

10%

Quizes19%

Tests28%

Citizenship10%


Grades in a Picture

Quarter GradesWhat six areas will student grades will be based upon?

What percent of your grade is each of these areas based upon?

How often will you receive a grade sheet?

How else might you find out what your grade in math is?

Math Grades 2008-2009

Starters10% Class and

Home Assignments

23%

Student Portfolio

10%

Quizes19%

Tests28%

Citizenship10%


Attendance

is one of the most important keys to success in class and later in the work world.

You should miss class only when absolutely necessary.

If you are absent from class you are expected to make up your work outside of class time.

It is your responsibility to find out what you missed and get it turned in as quickly as possible.

Work that you miss (not including quizzes or tests) will be in your math folder when you return.

You should speak with members of your team to find out what was covered when you were gone.

If you have further questions, you are welcome to see Mr. Lewis before or after school.


Absences from class including school assemblies and other school activities:

When you miss class for any reason, you miss out on learning.

The most important thing that you can do each day is be in class.

However, if you do miss class for illness, vacation, family matters, or to attend other school activities, remember that it is your responsibility to make up all work.


Absences from class including school assemblies and other school activities:

Who is responsible for making up assignments when they are absent from class?

Who is responsible for getting the work that needs to be made up?

How do you find the assignments that you miss?

How long do students have to make up assignments?

ATTENDANCE

YOU MISS A DAY,

YOU MISS A LOT!!!


Late work and make up work (how and where do you get papers and assignments? )

A copy of most worksheets will be put in your folder if you are not in class.

Additional copies of worksheets are placed in the yellow basket near the door.

Daily assignments are posted in the class. You may also access worksheets and

assignments at:



Rules for laptop use:

Taking the laptop out and putting it up. Opening the laptop and turning it on. Turning the laptop off. Blue screens. Updates. Sharing. Appropriate sites (user agreement). Food/Drinks.


You will be getting a computer with a partner to complete the computer worksheet from your folder:

Two students from each group should get the appropriate computer from the storage cabinet.

When the computer boots up, you should click the Explorer icon to hook into the internet.

Log onto: lewisinmath.wikispaces.com

You will work on the assigned sheet in pairs within your group to learn about Mr. Lewis’ wikispace.


Late work and make up work (how and where do you get papers? )

http://www.lewisinmath.wikispaces.com/


Share Out....lewisinmath.wikispaces.com

Review worksheet results.

Questions?????


Homework

By tomorrow…

Send an email to Mr. Lewis to say “hi.”Write your math period and complete name in the email. Let Mr. Lewis know

if he may send emails to you at the address that you sent your email from?


the RULEShttp://www.teachertube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=6d51f86c7f1a89850c46


Here are the basic class rules. See if you can unscramble each rule. Number from 1 to 5 in your notebook. Write the correct rule when you unscramble it.


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Rule Number One

Be on time!• Tardiness disrupts the class and

causes the tardy student as well as the entire class to miss valuable instruction and activities. Citizenship grades will be lowered significantly if a student is tardy.


Rule Number One

Be on time!• Being on time means that you

are in the classroom getting ready to work when the bell rings.

• If you are coming into the room when the bell rings, you are tardy.

• When you are tardy, you lose ten citizenship points, receive a grade of zero for your starter for the day, and must work outside of your group for the period.


Rule Number One

Be on time!

What does it mean to be tardy to Mr. Lewis’ class?


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Rule Number Two

Be impeccable with your word!


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Rule Number Three

Try your best.


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Rule Number Four

Be prepared!


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Rule Number Five

Be Polite!


What rule do you think is the most important to your learning?

Why?


Consequences when students follow or abridge rules:

When you follow rules you will: Enjoy learning with your teacher and classmates, Earn special activities in class. Earn Respect Cards Improve your citizenship grade.

When you do not follow the rules you will: Receive demerits on their citizenship grade. Receive a verbal warning, Conference with your teacher, Earn time out Contact your parent Receive a referral


TI 73 Tutorial

Two people from each group need to get a computer as Mr. Lewis sends you to the laptop lab.

You will be viewing several videos on the calculator that you will be using for the remainder of the year. Here is the site that we will use. You may review these at home also.

http://hotmath.com/graphing_calculators/ti73_movie_index.html

You will have the remainder of the period to complete each of the ten beginning lessons on the web page listed above.

As you are watching the videos and practicing using the TI 73, you should complete the worksheet that is assigned.

Debrief.


Warm Up

http://youtube.com/watch?v=eDDBnSLABKI


Emergency Procedures

In an emergency, follow the lead of the students around you! Listen carefully to all directions that the teacher is giving.


Your math book Two people from each group will need to get a laptop. Mr. Lewis will be assigning math books to you today. When you

leave school today, take your math book home. You should leave it at home for studying. You will return the math book in May, 2009. You will need to return a book checkout form tomorrow. This counts as a homework assignment.

While Mr. Lewis assigns books to each of you, you will also use computers to log onto your math book online.

To access the book online,go back to Mr. Lewis’ web page at lewisinmath.wikispaces.com

Click “Textbooks” Write down the log on and password for your textbook and then

click the link. Complete the assigned worksheet as you view the textbook online.


DisclosuresYou will be given a copy of Mr. Lewis' disclosure. This paper outlines much of the information that has been shared with you for the past few days. Please take it home and return the third page tomorrow, signed by your parents and yourself.

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