Algebra II

2016-2017

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Unit 1: Sequences, Series, and Functions

Total Days: 23
Dates: 8/1/2016 - 9/2/2016

Unit Overview:
The material in the in Topic 1 provides a foundation on which students can build future study of
other kinds of sequences and their associated series. Sequences and series model many real-world
phenomena. They connect to discrete linear and exponential functions on the positive integers,
and they give students an accessible entre to the concept of limits.
In Algebra I, students studied quadratic functions and may have been introduced to exponential
functions. Topic 2 introduces the square root and logarithmic functions as inverses of these
functions. The topic is not intended to teach the exponential, logarithmic, and square root
functions fully, but focuses instead on developing the concept of an inverse function and on
identifying parent functions and their inverses. Each of these functions will be studied at greater
depth in later topics in this course.
Topic 3 extends students previous study of transformations of quadratic functions by introducing
the notion of a horizontal shift (translation) of a quadratic function. The topic then generalizes the
work with quadratic functions to more general transformations on parent functions.
(From Agile Mind AFI)

Essential Questions:
How are sequences and series used to model real world situations?
How can parent functions and their transformations be used to model situations in the real world?

Topic 1 Arithmetic &

Geometric Sequences
and Series
Topic 2 Understanding
Inverse Relations
Topic 3 Transforming
Functions

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How can we use the structure of functions to determine their attributes and behavior in
transformations?

Unit 1: Sequences, Series, and Functions

Topic 1: Arithmetic & Geometric
Alignment to Indiana Standards
Sequences and Series
Learning Goals:
AII.EL.1: Write arithmetic and geometric
Students will be able to
sequences both recursively and with an
explicit formula; use them to model situations
Recognize arithmetic sequences &
and translate between the two forms.
identify the common difference
Recognize geometric sequences &
AII.CNE.6: Find partial sums of arithmetic
identify the common ratio
and geometric series and represent them
Recognize that sequences are functions
using sigma notation.
with an integer domain
Find explicit terms and sums for
arithmetic and geometric sequences
Determine convergence and divergence
of infinite series
Learn the conditions for convergence of
infinite geometric series
Use explicit formulas to find the sum of
an infinite geometric series
At a Glance:

series

Overview
EX: Arithmetic sequences &

Guidance
Sequences and series are an
emerging skill for Algebra II
students. Consider that students
need to understand the concept
more than they need to manipulate
formulas.
Infinite Series are not part of the
Indiana standards, but they do
foreshadow precalculus and
calculus, by observing and
discussing end behavior and limits.
If students are struggling with
sequences and series, the Infinite
Series Exploring could be
eliminated. However it is suggested
that Algebra IIX and Algebra II 10th
grade should cover this topic.
Perhaps use it as a way to
personalize learning in your classes
for students who are ready for the

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EX: Geometric sequences &

series

EX: Infinite Series (See

Guidance)

Practice

Assessment
(7 days recommended)
Topic 2: Understanding Inverse
Relations
Learning Goals:
Students will be able to

Understand the graphical,

tabular, and algebraic relationship
between a linear function and its
inverse

Understand the relationship

between exponential and logarithmic
functions

Understand the relationship

between quadratic and square root
functions

Identify one-to-one functions

Be able to restrict the domain

of a quadratic function in order for its
inverse to be a function
At a Glance:

Overview

EX: The inverse of a linear

function

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concept.

Alignment to Indiana Standards

AII.F.1: Determine whether a relation
represented by a table, graph, or equation is
a function.
AII.F.2: Understand composition of functions
and combine functions by composition.
AII.F.3: Understand that an inverse function
can be obtained by expressing the dependent
variable of one function as the independent
variable of another, as f and g are inverse
functions if and only if f(x)=y and g(y)=x, for
all values of x in the domain of f and all
values of y in the domain of g. Find the
inverse of a function that has an inverse.
AII.F.4: Understand that if the graph of a
function contains a point (a, b), then the
graph of the inverse relation of the function
contains the point (b, a); the inverse is a
reflection over the line y = x.

Guidance

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EX: The exponential function

and its inverse

EX: The quadratic function

and its inverse

EX: Inverses and Composition

Practice

Assessment
(8 days recommended)
Topic 3: Transforming Functions
Learning Goals:
Students will be able to

Apply transformations to
graphs of parent functions

Recognize the general form

of a quadratic equation and explain how
the values of a, h, and k affect the
shape of the parabola

Describe the transformations

from one function to another in terms
of vertical shifts, vertical
shrinks/stretches, and horizontal shifts

Relate geometric
transformations to tables of values for
functions
At a Glance:

Overview
EX: Transformation to fit data
EX: Generalizing

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AII.EL.5: Know that the inverse of an
exponential function is a logarithmic function.
Represent exponential and logarithmic
functions using graphing technology and
describe their inverse relationship.

Alignment to Indiana Standards

AII.F.5: Describe the effect on the graph of
f(x) by replacing f(x) with f(x) + k, k f(x),
f(kx), and f(x + k) for specific values of k
(both positive and negative) with and without
technology. Find the value of k given the
graph of f(x) and the graph of f(x) + k, k f(x),
f(kx), or f(x + k).

Guidance

A district assessment
will be given over topics 1-3
between August 29 and
September 2.

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transformations

EX: Making the algebrageometry connection

Practice

Assessment
(7 days recommended)
Materials:

Resources:

Chromebooks
Graph Paper
Rulers
Graphing Technology
Scissors
Poster paper
Markers
Centimeter or inch cubes
Patty paper
Rubber ball

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