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Penn-Trafford Secondary Mathematics
Mathematics - Grade 6

Algebraic Concepts

Variable
The learner will be able to understand the basic concept of a variable as representing an unknown quantity.
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Symbols: Explain
The learner will be able to explain the application of combinations of symbols and numbers in expressions, equations, and inequalities.
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Expressions: Create
The learner will be able to create expressions that represent mathematical situations using physical objects and combinations of symbols and numbers.
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Number Sentence: Choose/Apply
The learner will be able to choose and apply appropriate methods, including physical materials, to obtain solutions to number sentences and describe the method of solution.
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Equations: Describe
The learner will be able to use information given in equations inequalities tables of graphs in the description of a realistic scenario.
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Algorithms: Describe
The learner will be able to describe algorithms for multiplication and division.
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Computation: Select
The learner will be able to select a suitable computational strategy.
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Rates: Explain Relationship/Time
The learner will be able to explain the relationship between rates of change and time.
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Algorithms: Create/Use/Describe
The learner will be able to create, use, and describe algorithmic procedures for computing and approximating with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and integers.
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Introduction to Equations
The learner will be able to identify and solve simple one step equations.
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Data Interpretation

Bar& Line Graphs: Organize/Display/D
The learner will be able to organize and present data in a basic bar and/or line graph.
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Decimals

Decimal Notation
The learner will be able to identify and use decimal notation.
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Operations with decimals
The learner will be able to apply algorithms to add, subtract , multiply, and divide decimals with and without a calculator.
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Compare Decimals
The learner will be able to compare and order decimal numbers.
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Decimals: Expanded Notation
The learner will be able to comprehend the use of decimals with expanded notation.
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Decimals: Read/Write
The learner will be able to correctly read decimals and/or express them in written form.
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Divide Decimals: Quotient
The learner will be able to determine the quotient, where the dividend is represented as a decimal number through the thousandths place, and the divisor is a decimal through the thousands place with only one non-zero digit; use calculators and approximation techniques when the divisor has more than one non-zero digit.
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Estimating
The learner will be able to employ strategies for estimating the range of an answer, or the number of digits in an answer to addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division problems, and articulate these strategies to others.
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Number Sense: Place Value
The learner will be able to articulate (in terms of place value) the reasoning behind placing the decimal point in the appropriate position when evaluating number sentences involving operations on decimals.
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Number Sense: Zeros With Decimals
The learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of zeros with decimals by explaining how a zero to the left of the decimal point or extra zeros to the right do not change the value of the decimal or its corresponding fraction.
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Multiply Decimal and Whole Numbers
The learner will be able to multiply several decimal and/or whole numbers.
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Fractions

Fraction Notation
The learner will be able to evaluate fraction notation in context as part of a whole, in division, or as a ratio and understand the meaning of numerator and denominator.
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Problem Solving: Fractions
The learner will be able to apply fraction representations to solve real-world problems.
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Add/Subtract Fractions
The learner will be able to demonstrate an ability to add and/or subtract mixed numbers and fractions with single digit like and unlike denominators.
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Compare Fractions:
The learner will be able to compare and order fractions.
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Division: Fractions/Mixed Numbers
The learner will be able to use models, pictures, and manipulatives to demonstrate division of fractions and mixed numbers, and be able to record and explain the results.
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Problem Solving
The learner will be able to recognize a real-world situation which calls for operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) with fractions (without being cued that the calculations involved would require a specific operation), evaluate the situation, articulate the nature and elements of the problem, solve the problem, and use inverse operations to check the solution.
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Fractions: Simplest Form
The learner will be able to use many different methods in order to express a fraction in simplest form.
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Functions: Generate/Relate
The learner will be able to use tables of data to generate functions and relate data to corresponding graphs and functions.
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Figures: Name/Identify
The learner will be able to identify, name, and/or apply properties of geometric figures.
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Figures: Identify/Properties
The learner will be able to recognize geometric shapes and/or know the properties they may possess.
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Figures: Constructed/Changed
The learner will be able to create a mental image of constructed and/or altered shapes.
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Circle: Radius/Diameter
The learner will be able to recognize the radius and diameter of a circle and measure them.
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Logic: Interpret Statements
The learner will be able to analyze and/or understand statements that are constructed with the specific language of logic, including the terms all, every, none, some, and/or many.
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Properties: Define
The learner will be able to define the elementary properties of two and three dimensional figures.
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Figures: Describe/Constructing
The learner will be able to give word descriptions of how geometric shapes are constructed.
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Triangles: Compare
The learner will be able to make comparisons of triangles based upon their sides or angles.
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Triangles: Classify
The learner will be able to classify triangles according to their side lengths and angle measures.
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Tessellations: Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize tessellations.
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Point/Line/Plane: Represent
The learner will be able to draw representations of the undefined terms (point, line, and plane) of geometry.
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Rotation: Analyze/Line Segments
The learner will be able to study the rotations of line segments at 90, 180, 270, and 360 degree increments.
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Constructions: 2-D
The learner will be able to construct two-dimensional shapes through the use of physical materials.
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Quadrilaterals: Classify
The learner will be able to classify quadrilaterals based upon their sides or angles.
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Angles: Measure
The learner will be able to measure angles in plane figures.
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Lines of Symmetry
The learner will be able to identify lines of symmetry in two dimensional figures.
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Integers: Computing
The learner will be able to perform computations involving integers through the use of models, manipulatives, and/or rules.
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Mathematics Processes

Modeling: Multiplication
The learner will be able to illustrate the idea of multiplication as area, volume, array, change in size, rate factor, and/or repeated addition through the use of concrete models as well as pictorial and algebraic representations.
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Models: Fractions/Decimals
The learner will be able to illustrate fractions and decimals using models.
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Relationships: Conclusion
The learner will be able to arrive at a conclusion by combining numeric relationships.
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Units
The learner will be able to obtain solutions to and approximate suitable answers for problems that use metric and/or customary measurement units.
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Measurement Concepts: Add/Subtract
The learner will be able to perform addition and/or subtraction with measurement values, including weight and/or length.
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Accuracy: Apply Concept
The learner will be able to apply the related concepts of accuracy, precision, and error of measurement.
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Number Forms: Negative Numbers
The learner will be able to apply the simple concepts of negative numbers.
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Number Theory Concepts: Develop/Apply
The learner will be able to develop and apply number theory concepts to illustrate numbers in many different ways.
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Expanded Notation: Whole Numbers
The learner will be able to write whole numbers in expanded notation.
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Primes/Composites: Describe
The learner will be able to describe the idea of prime and composite numbers.
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Multiples
The learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of multiples.
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Factors: Applications
The learner will be able to understand and use factors.
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Number Theory: Renaming
The learner will be able to use number theory concepts to rename a number quantity.
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Place Value: Whole Numbers/Decimals
The learner will be able to identify place value in whole numbers and decimals through decillions and millionths.
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Place Value: Whole Numbers/Decimals
The learner will be able to comprehend place value concepts related to whole numbers and decimals (to two decimal places) as well as the manner in which they relate to simple fractions, and apply concepts of negative numbers.
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Place Value: Whole Numbers/Decimals
The learner will be able to explain properties of, give a definition of, produce examples of, and/or apply the place value of whole numbers and decimals to both real world and mathematical situations.
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Equivalent Forms: Represent/Use
The learner will be able to display and/or apply numbers in many different equivalent forms.
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Other number systems
The learner will be able to use base 2 and 5 number systems to reinforce place value and exponents (optional).
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Rounding: Whole Number/Decimals
The learner will be able to display, write, name, make comparisons, order, and round off whole numbers (up to 1 trillion), decimals (though ten-thousandth), fractions, and mixed numbers then extend these ideas to the real-world, and use tools and technology as necessary.
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Pattern Concepts: Applying
The learner will be able to apply an understanding of mathematical patterns to deal with number systems, operations, and forms.
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Estimation: Apply/Problems
The learner will be able to apply estimation methods to many different problems including time and money problems.
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Mental Math: Computations
The learner will be able to perform mental computations through the use of various strategies that may include multiples of ten, powers of ten, compensation, breaking apart numbers, or compatible numbers.
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Pattern: Identify/Duplicate/Continue
The learner will be able to identify, duplicate, continue, create, and describe patterns, sequences and relationships orally, numerically, symbolically and graphically, using many different materials.
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Pattern: Rules
The learner will be able to identify and describe rules for given patterns.
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Comparison: Numbers
The learner will be able to compare and order numbers.
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Estimation: Evaluate Reasonableness
The learner will be able to evaluate the reasonableness of sums, differences, products, and quotients of whole number operations by using a variety of estimation strategies.
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Estimation
The learner will be able to use estimation in solving problems.
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Rounding: Demonstrate Skills
The learner will be able to demonstrate the skills necessary to round numbers.
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Magnitude: Compare
The learner will be able to make comparisons of the magnitudes of numbers.
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Estimation: Appropriate Uses
The learner will be able to identify when estimation is appropriate, and understand the usefulness of an estimate as distinct from an exact answer.
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Roman Numerals
The learner will be able to read and write Roman Numerals up to 3000 (optional).
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Probability/Statistics

Mean/Median/Mode:
The learner will be able to apply the concepts of mean, median, and mode.
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Probability of Events: Analyzing
The learner will be able to analyze the probability of events to determine their dependence or independence.
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Probability
The learner will be able to illustrate and/or display probability measures as rational numbers.
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Data: Organize/Display
The learner will be able to organize and illustrate data using pictures, tallies, tables, charts, bar graphs, and circle graphs.
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Predictions: Check/Confirm
The learner will be able to apply models, number facts, properties and relationships to check and confirm predictions and explain reasoning.
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Venn Diagram: Sort
The learner will be able to use Venn diagrams to sort data.
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Probability: Determine
The learner will be able to identify the probability of an event involving "and", "or" or "not".
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Probability: Simple Event
The learner will be able to determine the probability of a simple event.
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Probability: Predict
The learner will be able to predict the probability a situation will occur based on the analysis of data.
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Data: Create/Defend Conclusions
The learner will be able to create and defend simple conclusions that are based on data.
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Predictions: Simulations
The learner will be able to perform simulations with physical devices to predict the probability of the occurring of an event.
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Statistics: Quantify Issues
The learner will be able to quantify issues using statistics such as mean, mode, and median.
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Tree Diagrams
The learner will be able to use tree diagrams to represent possible outcomes.
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Combinations: Find All
The learner will be able to determine all combinations and arrangements that have a limited number of variables.
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Experiments: Pattern
The learner will be able to identify patterns formed as a result of an experiment.
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Impossible/Certain Events: Predict
The learner will be able to predict and identify why some outcomes are certain, more likely, less likely, equally likely or impossible.
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Probability Concepts: Spinners
The learner will be able to identify the fairness of the design of a spinner.
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