Week 1: Welcome!!

Linear Trendlines

Thursday, April 1

Lecture Topics:

•  Introduction to course, review syllabus

•  Introduction to Excel

•  Linear Functions

•  Linear Modeling with Trendlines

Notes:

•  Linear Equation notes

•  Trendline notes: with guidelines for trendlines - is this a good prediction?

•  Justifying your prediction in Words - how to write about your prediction

In-class worksheets and Excel Files:

•  Linear: worksheet 1 

•  Mile records - excel file

Activities and Assignments:

•  Activity 1: To be completed and turned in during class

•  Assignment 1: Due Wednesday, 4/8  at beginning of class

Help:

• Tips for using Excel