Seisen International School

Grade 7 Mathematics Course Outline (Core)

SY 2017 - 2018
Teacher: Ma. Glenda Ong email: gong@seisen.com

I. Course Description

The major goal of this class is to develop the students knowledge of the set of rational
numbers and the basic arithmetic operations with whole numbers, the decimal system, fractions,
decimals, percentage, integers, number theory, and solving simple equations. Measurement and
geometry (angles, polygons, circles, perimeters, areas and volumes) are also covered. An optional
topic on data analysis and statistics includes the measures of central tendency.

II. Content

Unit Title/Topics
Quarter
I. Chapter 1 - Expressions and Patterns
- Powers and Exponents
- Numerical and Algebraic Expressions
- Properties
- Patterns and Sequences
Chapter 2 - Integers
- Integers and Absolute Value
- Add and Subtract Integers
- Multiply and Divide Integers

II. Chapter 3 - Rational Numbers

- Compare and Order Rational Numbers
- Add and Subtract Fractions & Mixed Numbers
- Multiply and Divide Fractions & Mixed Numbers
Chapter 4 - Equations
- Addition and Subtraction Equations
- Multiplication and Division Equations

III. Chapter 5 - Proportions

- Ratios
- Rates
- Solving Proportions
Chapter 6 - Percents
- Percent of a Number
- Percent Proportion & Equation
- Percent of Change

IV. Chapter 12 - Angles and Polygons

- Angle Relationships
- Triangles
- Quadrilaterals
Chapter 10 - Volume and Surface Area
- Prisms
- Cylinders
Chapter 9 - Statistical Displays
- Measures of Central Tendency
- Measures of Variation
- Graphs
III. Grade Breakdown for each Quarter

Assessment Weighting
Major Assessments
Unit Tests & Explorations/Investigations 60%

Other Assessments
Quizzes 40%
Class Exercises, Homework

Semester 1 = 40% Q1 + 40% Q2 + 20% Exam

Semester 2 = 40% Q3 + 40% Q4 + 20% Exam

IV. Required Materials

Textbook: Math Connects Course 2
Workbook: My Maths Workbook 1

Daily materials:
Math notebook (for daily notes)
lined & graph papers
black/blue pens, red pen, pencils, eraser
ruler, compass, protractor
calculator

V. Class Expectations

1. Please come to class prepared. Be in class on time and ready to learn.

2. Date and head all of your work. This includes notebooks, quizzes, and unit
tests.
3. Write down the question (except word problems) and show ALL WORKING
OUT. Underline or box your final answer.
4. Please do all work in black or blue pen. Use a ruler and use a correction tape
or draw a neat line through any mistakes. All diagrams and graphs are to be
done in pencil.
5. Use class time wisely.
6. Do your homework. Quizzes are taken directly from the homework exercise,
so doing your homework helps ensure success.
7. All quizzes and tests will be graded and given to you promptly. They should
be signed by your parent and are to be placed in a folder. The folder shall be
kept by the teacher and should only be taken home the week before the
Semester Exam.
8. Use GOOGLE CLASSROOM as a resource.
Name: Grade 7 Math (Pre-Algebra)
Code: gpcfyl
9. Use this website as additional resource: www.mymaths.co.uk
Username: seisen
Password: cosine24