Hello Everyone!
Like most of you, I have been crazy busy lately. I was fortunate enough to miss Country Jam, but I made up for it with a few long bike rides and a great escape to Ouray. Has anyone been to the mining tour there (the Bachelor/Syracuse mine)? It is so cool! You actually ride a tram 1800' back into the mountain and listen to the tour there.
I'm back into classes so I won't be able to respond as easily this next week, but I do want everyone to know that I have read your comments and done a lot of laughing along the way. It's good to see that our big family hasn't changed.
Anyway, we actually had a pretty high participation this week. I heard from a lot of people via my e-mail. We'll need to find an easier blog site next year as many people are having trouble signing in each time.
Okay, so, your mission (should you choose to accept it) is to do the #6's from each page.
Have fun, and keep in touch.
Cookie
Monday, June 25, 2007
Saturday, June 16, 2007
Mathletes of the World, Unite! - Week Four
Hello All,
We did pretty well this past week. Would someone let me know where the following people are:
CJ
Meet Virginia
Cole
Matt
Tyler
Ryun
James
No doubt they are off enjoying their summer in some tropical paradise, but in the off chance they are just slacking, let them know to check in.
If you didn't track the whole blog last week, you need to check our class' new homepage:
www.geocities.com/darrenacook
There are plenty of links, a listing of the current assignment, and some challenge problems you can do for extra credit. I'll have an aide keep it current next year so you can stay informed about homework assignments, etc.
This next week I am off to Denver for a conference on the politics of education (it's sure to be mind numbing) so I may not check in as often. Moa, please tell your parents that I would have been happy to help your family move if I didn't have previous obligations. :-) Honestly, I'm sure your excited to not have such a commute each day. Plus, Palisade is a wonderful town.
Oh, and speaking of slackers, you guys need to get your reading done and start participating on OB1's blog. We have some good debates going there, and you're missing out. If you don't have the address it's:
mgmsh7.blogspot.com
Have a great week, guys. Keep me informed of what's going on in your life, and I will do the same.
Cookie
p.s. Tux - I don't even know what to say about your dream. I would never make you choose between your two great loves: math and softball.
We did pretty well this past week. Would someone let me know where the following people are:
CJ
Meet Virginia
Cole
Matt
Tyler
Ryun
James
No doubt they are off enjoying their summer in some tropical paradise, but in the off chance they are just slacking, let them know to check in.
If you didn't track the whole blog last week, you need to check our class' new homepage:
www.geocities.com/darrenacook
There are plenty of links, a listing of the current assignment, and some challenge problems you can do for extra credit. I'll have an aide keep it current next year so you can stay informed about homework assignments, etc.
This next week I am off to Denver for a conference on the politics of education (it's sure to be mind numbing) so I may not check in as often. Moa, please tell your parents that I would have been happy to help your family move if I didn't have previous obligations. :-) Honestly, I'm sure your excited to not have such a commute each day. Plus, Palisade is a wonderful town.
Oh, and speaking of slackers, you guys need to get your reading done and start participating on OB1's blog. We have some good debates going there, and you're missing out. If you don't have the address it's:
mgmsh7.blogspot.com
Have a great week, guys. Keep me informed of what's going on in your life, and I will do the same.
Cookie
p.s. Tux - I don't even know what to say about your dream. I would never make you choose between your two great loves: math and softball.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Homework Fun - Week Threeo
Hi Guys,
I hope I didn't throw anyone with my "Spanglish" title. In English it would read "Homework Fun - Week Three." Just to bring everyone up to date with my happenings, my internet is down at home so I have to walk BLOCKS to the public library just to get my e-mail. Man, will I ever have a story to tell my kids... Anyway, I am scheduled to have Qwest come and install internet service this next Thursday (thanks for the suggestion German).
I did finish the GT class last week, so expect a high level of instruction this next year. In fact, it is going to approach perfection. Just wait. You'll see. :)
On a more serious note, we only had about 50% participation this past week so if you happen to see (or e-mail) other students in the class, remind them to log on and tell me they are continuing to progress on their homework.
Goodbyeo Studentos,
Mr. Cookie
I hope I didn't throw anyone with my "Spanglish" title. In English it would read "Homework Fun - Week Three." Just to bring everyone up to date with my happenings, my internet is down at home so I have to walk BLOCKS to the public library just to get my e-mail. Man, will I ever have a story to tell my kids... Anyway, I am scheduled to have Qwest come and install internet service this next Thursday (thanks for the suggestion German).
I did finish the GT class last week, so expect a high level of instruction this next year. In fact, it is going to approach perfection. Just wait. You'll see. :)
On a more serious note, we only had about 50% participation this past week so if you happen to see (or e-mail) other students in the class, remind them to log on and tell me they are continuing to progress on their homework.
Goodbyeo Studentos,
Mr. Cookie
Saturday, June 2, 2007
Week Two Homework Fun!
Hello Everyone!
It's time to start a new thread as we are ready to begin the next assignment (problem #3 from all the assignments). The biggest problems I have heard about have been to do with solving systems of linear equations using the substitution method, so here is an example for everyone:
2x + 3y = 11
3x + y = 6
In the substitution method you need to isolate one of the variables in one of the equations. In this system, it would be easiest to isolate the "y" in the second equation by subtracting "3x" from both sides making it:
y=-3x + 6
Then, in the first equation, substitute (hence the name, the substitution method) in a "-3x+ 6" everywhere you see a "y". The first equation should now read:
2x + 3(-3x+6) = 11
Using the distributive property:
2x + -9x + 18 = 11
Simplify:
-7x + 18 = 11
Subtract 18 from both sides:
-7x = -7
Divide by negative 7 on both sides
x=1
Now substitue 1 for x in either equation (I'll choose the second one):
3(1) + y = 6
or
3 + y = 6
Subtract three from both sides:
y = 3
So the solution, by using the substitution method, is x=1 and y=3 or the point (1,3).
I hope that helps. Call me if you need me to walk you through another problem.
I finally got my bike rack installed and got a swing set for the girls in the back yard thinking that would give them something to do... Jasmine is convinced she is too young to swing on her own and needs pushed each time. I have totally failed at teaching her how to swing on her own. In my own defense, she is a pretty resistant student.
Goodbyeo Studentos,
Mr. Cookie
It's time to start a new thread as we are ready to begin the next assignment (problem #3 from all the assignments). The biggest problems I have heard about have been to do with solving systems of linear equations using the substitution method, so here is an example for everyone:
2x + 3y = 11
3x + y = 6
In the substitution method you need to isolate one of the variables in one of the equations. In this system, it would be easiest to isolate the "y" in the second equation by subtracting "3x" from both sides making it:
y=-3x + 6
Then, in the first equation, substitute (hence the name, the substitution method) in a "-3x+ 6" everywhere you see a "y". The first equation should now read:
2x + 3(-3x+6) = 11
Using the distributive property:
2x + -9x + 18 = 11
Simplify:
-7x + 18 = 11
Subtract 18 from both sides:
-7x = -7
Divide by negative 7 on both sides
x=1
Now substitue 1 for x in either equation (I'll choose the second one):
3(1) + y = 6
or
3 + y = 6
Subtract three from both sides:
y = 3
So the solution, by using the substitution method, is x=1 and y=3 or the point (1,3).
I hope that helps. Call me if you need me to walk you through another problem.
I finally got my bike rack installed and got a swing set for the girls in the back yard thinking that would give them something to do... Jasmine is convinced she is too young to swing on her own and needs pushed each time. I have totally failed at teaching her how to swing on her own. In my own defense, she is a pretty resistant student.
Goodbyeo Studentos,
Mr. Cookie
Friday, June 1, 2007
Week One Finale
Hey Guys,
Here's who I show still not checking in for this week:
Abbs
CJ
Meet Virginia
Cole
H Squared
Orion
Averio
Matt
Tyler
Ryun
James
Nikka
Remember to make your comments in the newest posting. I have stopped looking back in the older ones. Plus, as Liberty mentioned, it's a little tedious scrolling all the way down. However, on my mom's computer it saves your spot. I'm not sure why.
Anyway, Lexi and I went to Cinderella at the Cabaret last night. She was in Heaven. She got a picture with Cinderella and Prince Charming and only had to cover her eyes once (when they were kissing). I'll try to scan the picture and post it later.
For those of you who have read The Giver, it mentions that Rosemary is The Giver's daughter and it alludes that Gabriel and Jonas are possibly brothers (based on the fact they all have pale eyes). I wondered if they are all related? Also, what did you think of the parents' reaction when Jonas asked them if they loved him? One last one, how do you feel about some people having the power to lie in that society (specifically about release)? Is it better not to know sometimes? Do you think people in a position of power over you (i.e. your parents, your teachers, etc.) lied to you, but rationalized that it was for your own good? Remember in the Matrix when the guy said he wished he had never taken the pill to pull him out of the matrix? So, is ignorance bliss, or is it better to know the truth? I love novels that make you think!
I'm switching cable and internet providers, so I will be in and out of contact until the 6th of June. If you post a comment and don't get a response, give me a call.
Mr. Cookie
Here's who I show still not checking in for this week:
Abbs
CJ
Meet Virginia
Cole
H Squared
Orion
Averio
Matt
Tyler
Ryun
James
Nikka
Remember to make your comments in the newest posting. I have stopped looking back in the older ones. Plus, as Liberty mentioned, it's a little tedious scrolling all the way down. However, on my mom's computer it saves your spot. I'm not sure why.
Anyway, Lexi and I went to Cinderella at the Cabaret last night. She was in Heaven. She got a picture with Cinderella and Prince Charming and only had to cover her eyes once (when they were kissing). I'll try to scan the picture and post it later.
For those of you who have read The Giver, it mentions that Rosemary is The Giver's daughter and it alludes that Gabriel and Jonas are possibly brothers (based on the fact they all have pale eyes). I wondered if they are all related? Also, what did you think of the parents' reaction when Jonas asked them if they loved him? One last one, how do you feel about some people having the power to lie in that society (specifically about release)? Is it better not to know sometimes? Do you think people in a position of power over you (i.e. your parents, your teachers, etc.) lied to you, but rationalized that it was for your own good? Remember in the Matrix when the guy said he wished he had never taken the pill to pull him out of the matrix? So, is ignorance bliss, or is it better to know the truth? I love novels that make you think!
I'm switching cable and internet providers, so I will be in and out of contact until the 6th of June. If you post a comment and don't get a response, give me a call.
Mr. Cookie
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