What are the main topics covered in Grade 8 math in New Brunswick?

Grade 8 math in NB covers square roots, percents, ratios, linear relations, Pythagorean theorem, 3D geometry, data analysis, and probability of independent events.

How can I prepare my child for the transition to Grade 8 math?

Review Grade 7 concepts, practice problem-solving skills, encourage regular math practice, and consider online resources or tutoring for additional support.

Are there any standardized tests for Grade 8 math in New Brunswick?

Yes, New Brunswick administers provincial assessments for Grade 8 students, which include mathematics. These tests evaluate student progress and curriculum effectiveness.

What support is available for struggling Grade 8 math students?

Support options include teacher assistance, peer tutoring, online resources, after-school programs, and specialized learning materials aligned with the NB curriculum.

How does Grade 8 math prepare students for high school mathematics?

Grade 8 math builds foundational skills in algebra, geometry, and data analysis, preparing students for more advanced concepts in high school math courses.

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Grade 8 Math Courses - New Brunswick Curriculum

Discover comprehensive Grade 8 math courses aligned with New Brunswick's curriculum. Explore key concepts in algebra, geometry, and data analysis to build a strong foundation for high school mathematics.

New Brunswick Grade 8 Math Curriculum

SCO_ID	Curriculum Outcome - Elaborations	StudyPug Topic
NB.SCO.8.N1	Demonstrate an understanding of perfect squares and square roots: Understand perfect squares and square roots concretely, pictorially and symbolically	Square and square roots Converting radicals to mixed radicals Converting radicals to entire radicals Squares and square roots Estimating square roots

NB.SCO.8.N2

Determine the approximate square root of numbers that are not perfect squares: Estimate square roots of non-perfect square whole numbers

Cubic and cube roots

NB.SCO.8.N3

Demonstrate an understanding of percents greater than or equal to 0%: Understand and work with percents 0% and greater

Representing percents

Percents, fractions, and decimals

Percent of a number

Adding and multiplying percents

Taxes, discounts, tips and more

Simple interest

NB.SCO.8.N4

Demonstrate an understanding of ratio and rate: Understand and apply concepts of ratio and rate

Ratios

Rates

NB.SCO.8.N5

Solve problems that involve rates, ratios and proportional reasoning: Apply rates, ratios and proportional reasoning to problem-solving

Proportions

Identifying proportional relationships

NB.SCO.8.N6

Demonstrate an understanding of multiplying and dividing positive fractions and mixed numbers: Multiply and divide positive fractions and mixed numbers concretely, pictorially and symbolically

Multiplying fractions and whole numbers

Dividing fractions with whole numbers

Fractions: Multiplying proper fractions

Multiplying improper fractions and mixed numbers

Dividing fractions and mixed numbers

Applications of fraction operations

NB.SCO.8.N7

Demonstrate an understanding of multiplication and division of integers: Multiply and divide integers concretely, pictorially and symbolically

Understanding integer multiplication

Multiplying integers

Understanding integer division

Dividing integers

Applications of integer operations

NB.SCO.8.PR1

Graph and analyze two variable linear relations: Graph and analyze linear relations with two variables

Understanding graphs of linear relationships

Understanding tables of values of linear relationships

Applications of linear relationships

Cartesian plane

Draw on coordinate planes

NB.SCO.8.PR2

Model and solve problems using linear equations: Solve linear equations of various forms concretely, pictorially and symbolically

Model and solve one-step linear equations: ax = b, x/a = b

Solving two-step linear equations using addition and subtraction: ax + b = c

Solving two-step linear equations using multiplication and division: x/a + b = c

Solving two-step linear equations using distributive property: a(x + b) = c

Solving literal equations

NB.SCO.8.SS1

Develop and apply the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems: Use the Pythagorean Theorem for problem-solving

Pythagorean theorem

Using the pythagorean relationship

Applications of pythagorean theorem

NB.SCO.8.SS2

Draw and construct nets for 3-D objects: Create nets for three-dimensional objects

Nets of 3-dimensional shapes

NB.SCO.8.SS3

Determine the surface area of right prisms and cylinders to solve problems: Calculate surface area of right rectangular prisms, triangular prisms, and cylinders

Introduction to surface area of 3-dimensional shapes

Surface area of prisms

Surface area of cylinders

NB.SCO.8.SS4

Develop and apply formulas for determining the volume of right prisms and cylinders: Use formulas to find volumes of right prisms and cylinders

Introduction to volume

Volume of prisms

Volume of cylinders

Word problems relating volume of prisms and cylinders

NB.SCO.8.SS5

Draw and interpret top, front and side views of 3-D objects: Create and understand different views of 3D objects composed of right rectangular prisms

Line symmetry

Rotational symmetry and transformations

NB.SCO.8.SS6

Demonstrate an understanding of tessellation: Explain properties of shapes that tessellate, create tessellations, identify them in environment

Understanding tessellations

Tessellations using translations and reflections

Tessellations using rotations

NB.SCO.8.SP1

Critique ways in which data is presented: Analyze and evaluate different methods of data presentation

Advantages and disadvantages of different graphs

Misleading graphs

Critiquing data presentation

NB.SCO.8.SP2

Solve problems involving the probability of independent events: Calculate and apply probability of independent events in problem-solving

Determining probabilities using tree diagrams and tables

Probability of independent events

Probability with Venn diagrams

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