British Columbia
Math
Discover comprehensive Grade 8 Math courses aligned with BC's curriculum. From algebra to geometry, our program guides students through key concepts, ensuring a strong foundation for future math success.
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CE.8.1 | Perfect squares and cubes: Using color tiles, pictures, or multi-link cubes; Building the number or using prime factorization |
CE.8.2 | Square and cube roots: Finding the cube root of 125; Finding the square root of 16/169; Estimating the square root of 30 |
CE.8.3 | Percents less than 1 and greater than 100: Solving percent increase/decrease problems; Converting between fractions, decimals and percents |
CE.8.4 | Numerical proportional reasoning: Two-term and three-term ratios; Solving proportional reasoning problems |
CE.8.5 | Operations with fractions: Using manipulatives like pattern blocks; Simplifying fraction expressions with brackets |
CE.8.6 | Discrete linear relations: Two-variable discrete linear relations; Expressions, table of values, and graphs; Four quadrants, integral coordinates |
CE.8.7 | Expressions - writing and evaluating using substitution: Using expressions to describe relationships; Evaluating expressions by substituting values |
CE.8.8 | Two-step equations with integer coefficients', 'constants', 'and solutions: Solving and verifying equations; Modeling preservation of equality |
CE.8.9 | Surface area and volume of regular solids: Exploring strategies to determine surface area and volume; Using nets, 3D design software |
CE.8.10 | Pythagorean theorem: Modeling and deriving the theorem; Finding missing sides of right triangles |
CE.8.11 | Construction', 'views', 'and nets of 3D objects: Drawing top, front and side views; Matching nets to 3D objects; Constructing 3D objects from nets |
CE.8.12 | Central tendency: Mean, median, and mode |
CE.8.13 | Theoretical probability with two independent events: Using tree diagrams, tables, graphic organizers; Calculating probabilities of combined events |
BC's Grade 8 Math curriculum covers number concepts, patterning, variables and equations, measurement, 3D objects, data analysis, and probability, aligning with provincial standards.
Parents can support learning by reviewing daily work, encouraging regular practice, using online resources, and maintaining open communication with teachers about progress and challenges.
While BC doesn't have a specific standardized test for Grade 8 Math, students may participate in the Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) which includes a math component.
Grade 8 Math builds foundational skills in algebra, geometry, and problem-solving that are essential for success in high school math courses and beyond.
Students can excel in algebra by practicing regularly, understanding variables and equations, solving word problems, and using visual aids to represent abstract concepts.
BC Grade 8 Math Curriculum - StudyPug Learning Support | StudyPug