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This course is designed to provide you with a well-rounded understanding of the basics of algebra. The information and assignments within are designed to support and guide you through the course your understanding and use of Algebra in and out of the classroom setting. Each of you will be given a username, password and a detailed overview of how to access, use this site. You will be required to review and adhere to the rules of conduct and our Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) before beginning. The online assignments will be used together with our in-class assignments. The materials will be updated as necessary throughout the course. I will be providing specific instructions for each assignment, but please feel free login and access the materials ANYTIME for to further or clarify your understanding on your own. Please contact me at cbellacosa@crec.org or speak with me in class if you have any questions. Good Luck and Happy Learning! Mrs. Terry
 * Welcome to Mrs. Bellacosa’s First Grade Page! **
 * COURSE WELCOME!**


 * Assignment 1 – Getting to know one another**

Please click the Tell Me About Yourself link below do the following:
 * Place your name in the discussion post title title last name, first initial (Terry, R.)
 * In the post list three of your most favorite things to do and three of your least favorite things to do
 * Submit the post
 * Due: Friday, October 7, 2011 **
 * CHAPTER 1**

Use the following link to login to your [|QuizStar] page. Complete a pretest titled **Simple Equations**. If you need assistance with logging in, please see me. The results will be used to provide me with an understanding of your incoming knowledge of algebra, vocabulary, and concepts.
 * Assignment 1 – Pre-test**
 * Due: Monday, October 3, 2011 **

Use the following link to complete the [|Vocabulary Review] crossword puzzle. Please be certain to use the information provide on Pgs. 9-11 in Chapter 1 as shown in class to assist with your understanding.
 * Assignment 2 – Vocabulary Review**
 * Due: Tuesday, October 4, 2011 **

NOTE: Completing the self-test is required. The results will not be counted for or against your grade so please attempt every problem.
 * Assignment 3 – Simple Equations**
 * Click the link to watch a video on [|Simple Equations] in preparation for our in-class discussion and overview.
 * Click the link to [|Test your understanding] – Self Test
 * Due: Thursday, October 6, 2011 **