Functions model relationships between quantities. The Smarter Balanced sample items demonstrate the assessment strategies for eighth grade function modeling standards. Items range from constructing linear functions from a table and a graph to graphing a function from a written description. The 10-item presentation is part of the Gr. 8 Claim 1 Item Slide Shows series covering the math targets.

Concepts

rate of change, functions, linear functions, linear, non-linear functions, graphing functions, table of values

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the items as a review for a test
• Develop a test based upon the types of items

Classroom Considerations

• Individuals should understand the relationship between slope and rate of change

Pros

• Includes a rubric denoting the point allocation
• Contains an answer key

Cons

• None

Common Core

8.F.B.4 8.F.B.5