Tools of Algebra: Expressions, Equations, & Inequalities, Part 1 – Functions
From the CUNY Math Packet
Teachers can use these materials to help students develop algebraic reasoning and learn how to use algebra as a tool in problem-solving. Students also learn about mathematical symbols and how they are used.
In Part 1, students study:
- Mathematical equality
- How to evaluate equations and expressions and solve equations using visual models like area models, hanger diagrams, and balance scales
- The distributive property of multiplication and the order of operations
- How to write equations to describe real-life situations.
Please note that these materials also have a Part 2, which builds on what students learn in Part 1.