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Middle
Grades Mathematics Textbooks
A Benchmarks-Based Evaluation
Heath Passport
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Roland E. Larson, Laurie Boswell, Timothy D. Kanold, and Lee
Stiff |
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McDougal Littell |
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1996 |
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This series is designed for grades 6, 7, and 8. The books are
labeled Heath Passport to Mathematics: An Integrated Approach (Book 1 and Book 2) for grades 6 and 7 respectively,
and Heath Passport to Algebra and Geometry: An Integrated Approach (Book 3) for grade 8. |
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In a typical chapter, students
begin with an introduction to the chapter theme and objectives, work in small groups on
hands-on investigations designed to extend mathematics, and work through a chapter project
(in Books 1 and 2). In each lesson, students (1) read about lesson goals and why they are
important, (2) read through a demonstration of the mathematics skills or procedures, and
(3) work through guided and independent practice exercises, including review and extension
exercises. |
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Assessment includes a problem of the day, warm up exercises,
and practice and reteaching worksheets for each lesson. Formal assessments include
quizzes, mid-chapter tests, and chapter tests. Other tools for assessment include labs,
projects, and partner quizzes, and suggestions for math logs and journals. |
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| Web Site: |
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http://www.mcdougallittell.com/ |
