Algebra I Curriculum - Math
This model Algebra 1 curriculum created by CT teachers and students for CT teachers and students emphasizes problem solving and mathematical reasoning, incorporates real-world applications and effective use of technology, and uses multiple representations.
General Information
- Overview of Curriculum
- Tips for Administrators
- Tips for Parents
- Tips for Teachers
- Top 10 Algebra 1 questions
- Geogebra and Desmos
- Standards of Mathematical Practice poster
- SAT Alignment Document
Units of Instruction
Unit Number | Title | Links |
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1 | Patterns | Documents |
2 | Equations and Inequalities | Documents |
3 | Functions | Documents |
4 | Linear Functions | Documents |
5 | Scatter Plots and Trend Lines | Documents |
6 | Systems of Equations | Documents |
7 | Intro to Exponential Functions | Documents |
8 | Quadratic Functions | Documents |
Secured Items
Additional materials for teachers who use the curriculum are available on a secure, password protected website. These materials include exit slips for formative assessment during each investigation, end-of-unit tests for summative assessment, mid-unit tests (where applicable), performance tasks for each unit with scoring rubrics, and answer keys to all activities and assessments. For access information, please contact jennifer.michalek@ct.gov
Exam Review Materials
PD Kits
- PD Resources Technology Handbook
- Connecticut CC Algebra 1 intro Presentation
- Unit 1 Patterns: Materials, Presentation
- Unit 2 Equations and Inequalities: Materials, Presentation
- Unit 3 Functions: Materials, Presentation
- Unit 4 Linear Functions: Materials, Presentation
- Unit 5 Scatter Plots and Trend Lines: Materials, Presentation
- Unit 6 Systems of Equations: Materials, Presentation
- Unit 7 Intro to Exponential Functions: Materials, Presentation
- Unit 8 Quadratic Functions: Materials, Presentation