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Grade 8 Math Curriculum Framework
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Know and apply the properties of exponents to write equivalent expressions
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Use square root and cube root symbols to represent solutions to equations
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Graph proportional relationships, interpreting the unit rate as the slope of the graph
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Analyze, solve and graph linear equations and systems of linear equations
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Define, evaluate and compare functions, and use functions to model relationships between quantities
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Understand congruence and similarity of geometric figures
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Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to solve real-world and mathematical problems
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Solve problems involving the volume of cylinders, cones and spheres
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Write and evaluate numerical expressions involving whole-number exponents
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Understand how to solve inequalities and equations with one variable
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Solve real-world problems involving area, surface area and volume
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Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them
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Reason abstractly and quantitatively
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Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others
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Model with mathematics
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Use appropriate tools strategically
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Attend to precision
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Look for and make use of structure
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Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning
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Grade 8 Literacy Curriculum Framework
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Students will build reading, writing, speaking and listening skills, using grade 8 complex texts and other media formats
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Analyze text explicitly citing strong textual evidence and inferential observations
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Determine the development of theme related to characterization, setting or plot and provide an objective summary
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Identify the impacts of dialogue or story events on the actions or decisions of the characters
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Determine the connotative and figurative meanings of words/phrases and analyze the impact of specific word choice, contrasts in structure, and the use of suspense or humor
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Analyze and evaluate a filmed or live production of a story or drama in comparison to the text or script
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Evaluate written arguments and specific claims, including two or more texts with conflicting information on the same topic
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Plan, write, revise and share argumentative, informative and narrative pieces in a clear, organized manner using logical reasoning, evidence, credible sources, domain-specific vocabulary, cohesion, and a supportive or reflective conclusion
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Use conventions of standard English grammar with particular attention to the function of verbs and verbals in a sentence
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Clarify meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words/phrases with range of strategies including the use of Greek/Latin roots or affixes, figurative language, word relationships and nuances
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Engage in a range of collegial discussions on various issues, topics and texts with diverse partners, who are prepared to probe, reflect, evaluate and justify their own point of views
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Present ideas and claims to an audiences emphasizing significant facts, valid reasoning, adaptive speaking skills and multimedia components
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Grade 8 Literacy Curriculum Resources
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10 Minute Grammar
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Writing Rubrics
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Novel Studies: Fiddler on the Roof, Of Mice and Men, Night, The Book Thief, Getting Away with Murder
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Edgar Allen Poe Unit: The Raven, The Tell-Tale Heart, Black Cat, The Masque of the Red Death, Hop Frog, The Fall of the House of Usher
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Grade 8 Math Curriculum Resources