Content Standard: G. Patterns, Relations, Functions
Students will understand that mathematics is the science of patterns, relationships, and functions.
Common Assessment(s):

Performance Indicators Students will be able to:	Essential Elements (Specific grade level learning objectives)			Suggested Performance Activities	Suggested Classroom Assessments	Vocabulary
1. Use the patterns of numbers, geometry, and a variety of graphs to solve a problem.	Read the problem and determine task. Select most efficient strategy for task with visuals, tools, or manipulatives. Develop and carry out task. Write clear description to support rationale for answer.			Exemplar: "Expanded Rectangles"	Exemplar: "Toothpick Square" (summer course). Make a graph on how many toothpicks per square(s).	pattern graph horizontal vertical axis chart table t-chart system strategy diagram rationale
2. Use variables and open sentences to express relationships.	Number sentences involving addition, subtraction or simple multiplication using one variable or one unknown.			Function machines (If this is put in, what comes out?) nX6=? Input: 2 Output: 12 Houghton Mifflin '95 p. 110	Exemplar: "Gathering Nuts" (summer course)	variable relationship