GRADE 8 MATH

Fall Semester

Topics

  • Integers
  • Factors, multiples and primes
  • Multiplying and dividing integers
  • Square and cube roots
  • Expressions, formulae and equations
    • Constructing expressions
    • Using expressions and formulae
    • Expanding brackets
    • Factorising
    • Equations and inequalities
  • Place Value and Rounding
    • Multiplying and dividing by 0, 1, and 0.01
    • Rounding
  • Decimals
    • Ordering decimals
    • Multiplying and dividing decimals
  • Angles and Constructions
    • Parallel lines
    • Exterior angle of a triangle
    • Constructions
  • Collecting Data
  • Fractions
    • Fractions and recurring decimals
    • Ordering fractions
    • Subtracting mixed numbers
    • Multiplying and dividing integers by a mixed number
  • Shapes and Symmetry
    • Quadrilaterals
    • Polygons
    • Circle

Spring Semester

Topics

  • Sequences and Functions
  • Percentages
  • Graphs
    • Functions
    • Plotting graphs
    • Gradient and intercept
  • Ratio and Proportion
    • Simplify
    • Sharing in a ratio
    • Direct proportion
  • Probability
    • Calculating probabilities
  • Position and Transformation
    • Bearings
    • The midpoint of a line segment
    • Translating 2D shapes
    • Reflecting shapes
    • Rotating shapes
    • Enlarging shapes
  • Distance, Area and Volume
    • Converting between miles and kilometres
    • Area of parallelogram and trapezium
    • Volume of triangular prisms
    • Surface area of triangular prisms and pyramids
  • Interpreting and Discussing Results
    • Frequency diagrams
    • Time series graphs
    • Stem and leaf diagrams
    • Pie charts
    • Representing data
    • Using statistics

Fall Semester

Assessments

  • Formative Assessments:
    • One per unit, totalling 4 per semester.
    • Based on weekly classwork, completed packets, and reflection activities.
    • Each formative assessment is worth up to 100 points (25 points per week of each unit).
  • Summative Assessments:
    • One after every two units, totalling 2 per semester.
    • Includes weekly notebook checks and homework assignments.

Spring Semester

Assessments

  • Formative Assessments:
    • One per unit, totalling 4 per semester.
    • Based on weekly classwork, completed packets, and reflection activities.
    • Each formative assessment is worth up to 100 points (25 points per week of each unit).
  • Summative Assessments:
    • One after every two units, totalling 2 per semester.
    • Includes weekly notebook checks and homework assignments.