Enhanced Algebra Unit 1A Notes Packet

What is included?

• ✅ Full Notes Packet with Answer Key

• ✏️ Fully Editable — customize to fit your teaching style and classroom needs

• 📘 Aligned to Georgia’s Enhanced Algebra: Concepts and Connections Standards
• Includes both the GA DOE Curriculum Map and Evidence of Student Learning documents for easy reference

• 🗓️ Yearly Pacing Guide
• Features links to relevant Desmos activities aligned to each unit

• 🎥 Links to YouTube Videos for Each Set of Notes
• Perfect for posting on Google Classroom or Canvas so absent students can easily catch up

Which standards are covered?

This packet is specifically for the Enhanced Algebra: Concepts and Connections course, which combines 8th grade math and Algebra 1. It can also be used for Algebra 1, but it will not follow the state standards/ units for Algebra 1 exactly. The standards covered are highlighted in the preview document.

What topics are covered?

Unit 1A Notes Packet includes the following:

• 1.1: Solving Equations
• 1.2: Solving Equations with Fractions
• 1.3: Justifying Equations
• 1.4: Verbal Translations
• 1.5: Equation Word Problems
• 1.6: Literal Equations
• 1.7: One Variable Inequalities
• 1.8: Inequality Word Problems
• 1.9: Analyzing Parts of an Equation
• 1.10: Positive and Negative Intervals
• 1.11: Function Notation
• 1.12: What is a Function?

How do I use it in class?

I’ve used these packets as my main form of notes for over 11 years, and they’ve become a cornerstone of my students’ success. Each packet is printed at the beginning of a unit and handed out to students. This makes it easy for them to stay organized and keep up — even if they’re absent — since they can fill in missed notes at home with the video links provided.

I recommend that students use a 3-ring binder to keep all of their packets together throughout the year. During lessons, I project the notes on the board and fill them in with the class.

These packets have been proven effective year after year — I’ve consistently seen significant growth in my students’ standardized test scores as a result of using this note-taking system.

*Please note: These packets include the guided notes only, not full lesson plans. After introducing concepts, I reinforce learning through games, activities, projects, Desmos, DeltaMath, and more to deepen understanding and engagement.

What programs will I need?

The notes packet and key are both pdf documents. The editable documents are all Word files. The video links and pacing guide are both Excel files.