COURSE OUTLINE:

GRADE SEVEN MATHEMATICS

The main goals of mathematics education are to prepare students to:
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solve problems
H communicate and reason mathematically

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make connections between mathematics and its applications
become mathematically literate
L appreciate and value mathematics make informed decisions as contributors to
society
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S Students who have met these goals:

O gain an understanding and appreciation of the role of mathematics in society

exhibit a positive attitude toward mathematics
P engage and persevere in mathematical problem solving
contribute to mathematical discussions
H take risks in performing mathematical tasks
exhibit curiosity about mathematics and situations involving mathematics.
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Key Learner Outcomes Year Plan

Each of the strands is broken into key learner outcomes and has associated pages within the
course text.

Strand: Number
S Develop number sense.

E Demonstrates an understanding of divisibility rules.

o Textbook: Chapter 1
P Demonstrate an understanding of addition and subtraction of integers, concretely,
T pictorially, and symbolically.
o Textbook: Chapter 2
Compare and order positive fractions, positive decimals (to thousands) and whole
numbers by using benchmarks, place value, equivalent fractions and/or decimals.
to o Textbook: Chapter 3
Demonstrates an understanding of the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and
division of decimals to solve problems.
D o Textbook: Chapter 3
Solve problems involving percent from 1% to 100%.
E o Textbook: Chapter 3
Demonstrate an understanding of adding and subtracting positive fractions and
C mixed numbers, with like and unlike denominators, concretely, pictorially, and
symbolically.
o Textbook: Chapter 5
 Strand: Patterns & Relations
Patterns
Use patterns to describe the world and to solve problems.
Variables and Equations
Represent algebraic expressions in multiple ways.
J Demonstrate an understanding of oral and written patterns and relations and their
A equivalent linear relations.
o Textbook: Chapter 1
N Create a table of values from a linear relation, graph the table of values, and
analyze the graph to draw conclusions and solve problems.
o Textbook: Chapter 1
Explain the difference between and expression and an equation.
o Textbook: Chapter 1
to Demonstrate an understanding of preservation of equality by modelling
preservation of equality concretely, pictorially, and symbolically, and applying
preservation of equality to solve equations.
o Textbook: Chapter 1 & Chapter 6
Evaluate an expression, given the value of the variable.
F o Textbook: Chapter 6
Model and solve, concretely, pictorially, and symbolically, problems that can be
E represented by one-step linear equations of the form x + a = b, where a and b are
B integers.
o Textbook: Chapter 6
Model and solve, concretely, pictorially, and symbolically, problems that can be
represented by linear equations of the form: ax + b = c, ax = b, = b (a 0),
where a, b, and c are whole numbers.
o Textbook: Chapter 6

Strand: Shape & Space

Use direct and indirect measurement to solve problems.
F Describe the characteristics of 3-D objects and 2-D shapes, and analyze the
E relationships among them.

B Demonstrate an understanding of circles.

o Textbook: Chapter 4
Develop and apply a formula for determining the area of triangles, parallelograms,
and circles.
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o Textbook: Chapter 4
Perform geometric constructions of specific line segments and bisectors.
o Textbook: Chapter 8
Identify and plot points in the four quadrants of a Cartesian plane, using integral
ordered pairs.
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o Textbook: Chapter 8
Perform and describe transformations of a 2-D shape in all four quadrants of a
A Cartesian plane (limited to integral number vertices).
o Textbook: Chapter 8
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 Strand: Statistics and Probability
Collect, display and analyze data to solve problems.
Use experimental or theoretical probabilities to represent and solve
problems involving uncertainty.

J Construct, label, and interpret circle graphs to solve problems.

U o Textbook: Chapter 4
Demonstrate an understanding of central tendency and range.
N o Textbook: Chapter 7
E Determine the effect on the mean, median, and mode when an outlier is
included in a data set.
o Textbook: Chapter 7
Express probabilities as ratios, fractions, and percent.
o Textbook: Chapter 7
Identify the sample space (36 or fewer elements) for a probability
experiment involving two independent events.
o Textbook: Chapter 7

J REVIEW
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Review/ Prep. For Final Exam
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Study Guides
E FINAL EXAM
 RESOURCES
Program of Studies
Math Makes Sense (Pearson Publishers, 2008) - Student text, teachers guide, test package,
computer package

INSTRUCTION PROCEDURES & METHODS

Teacher led instruction

Small group work
Individual practice
Relate learning to practical scenarios

EVALUATION
Students will be assessed in two manners.

1. Formative Assessment. The student will have the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of concepts on
assigned work. This type of evaluation can be used on homework assignments, group work, projects, labs, practice quizzes
etc. Marks are not awarded to these assignments. The assignment may be marked as insufficient, basic, proficient and
excellent. Some assignments will have comments only, (descriptive feedback) the purpose is to direct student learning.
Formative assessment is advantageous as it gives the student an opportunity to check their understanding of concepts
learned and adjust as needed.

2. Summative Assessment. The student will receive a mark / grade on their performance. This can be used on quizzes,
projects, unit exams and the final exam.

Both formative and summative evaluations will be recorded in Power school. All students and parents can access this
information at any time.

TEST, QUIZZES, & PROJECTS: 90% FINAL EXAM: 10%

Evaluation
Strand Percentage
Number 25
Patterns and Relations 25
Shape and Space 22
Statistics and Probability 18
Final Exam 10