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As a result of studying Math Literacy, I will be able to:

(1) Number Operations

·        Whole Numbers

·        Decimals

·        Fractions

2.1.1  Demonstrate proficiency of number operations, when I can add, subtract, multiply and divide

o     Whole Numbers

o     Decimals

o     Fractions

(2) Problem Solving using

·        Whole Numbers

·        Fractions

·        Decimals

·        Percents

1.1.2  Demonstrate my ability to solve word problems when I can

o     Take the words of a problem and answer the question being asked using the basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division involving

o     Whole numbers

o     Fractions

o     Decimals

(3) Percents

·        Decimal to a percent

·        Percent to a decimal

·        Percent of a number

2.1.3 Show understanding of percents when I can

o     Change a decimal to a percent

o     Change a percent to a decimal

o     Find the percent of a number

(4)  Measurement

·        English units

·        Metric units

·        Area and Perimeter

5.4.4 Show an understanding of measurement and its uses when I can

o     Measure lengths in English units

o     Measure lengths in Metric units

o     Find the area and the perimeter of basic polygons

(5) Basic Statistics and Probability

·        Tables, charts and graphs

·        Basic probability

·        Practical applications of basic statistics and probability

1.1.5 Show an understanding of basic statistics and probability when I can

o     Read, interpret and react to tables, charts and graphs

o     Find the probability of an event occurring

o     Interpret the information given in a newspaper, magazine or other publication using my knowledge of statistics and probability

(6) Throughout this course the following will be stressed

·        Study Skills

·        Correct mathematical language

·        Appropriate Labeling

·        Importance of mathematics to their lives

As a result of studying Math Literacy I will

o     Work to improve my study skills

o     Use correct mathematical language

o     Use appropriate labeling on problems

o     Discuss with my teacher and other members of the class the importance of mathematics in my life