8.EE.1

8.EE.1. Know and apply the properties of integer exponents to generate equivalent numerical expressions.

- Powerpoint to have students "discover" the properties of multiplying powers, dividing powers, and taking a power of a power. First slide in each section gives examples and asks students to create a rule...second slide shows why the rule works..third slide has some additional practice.
 * [[file:Laws of Exponents Foldable.docx]]-foldable (print front/back) to take notes on during powerpoint discussion.

- Introduces meaning of a negative exponent and builds to apply properties of exponents to simplify expressions.
 * [[file:Negative Exponents PPT Notes.docx]]

- Formative assessment items from Howard county dealing with powers of exponents...open ended and multiple choice/short answer.

Exponential Growth Video : []

- Game with deck of cards for applying the properties of exponents. from[| Andy Zsiga]

[|Properties of Exponents Discussion Prompt]