GA Milestones Algebra EOC study plan
GA Milestones Algebra EOC · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 6 hours per week
Algebra
Identify and apply the properties of integer exponents (product, quotient, power, zero, negative) to simplify expressions
Convert between radical and rational exponent notation and evaluate numerical expressions
Add, subtract, and multiply polynomial expressions, including combining like terms and using the distributive property
Factor quadratic expressions using greatest common factor, difference of squares, and trinomial patterns
Your checkpoint
A one-page reference sheet with exponent rules, radical conversions, and a worked example of factoring a quadratic, plus a 10-question self-quiz scored at 80% or higher
Algebra
Solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable, including those with variables on both sides and absolute value
Rearrange formulas and literal equations to isolate a specified variable
Interpret and solve word problems that model real-world situations with linear equations
Graph linear equations and inequalities on the coordinate plane and identify key features (slope, intercepts, boundary lines)
Your checkpoint
A set of 8 solved word problems with written justifications for each step, and a graph of two linear inequalities with shaded solution regions
Algebra
Solve systems of two linear equations graphically, by substitution, and by elimination
Determine the number of solutions (one, none, infinitely many) from a system's equations or graph
Set up and solve systems of equations from real-world contexts
Graph the solution set of a system of linear inequalities and identify feasible regions
Your checkpoint
A comparison chart showing one system solved by all three methods, with a paragraph explaining when each method is most efficient, plus a 5-question quiz scored at 80% or higher
Algebra
Evaluate and interpret function notation, including domain and range in context
Identify key features of linear, quadratic, and exponential functions from graphs, tables, and equations
Write linear functions given two points, a point and slope, or a table of values
Distinguish between linear and exponential growth patterns in real-world scenarios
Your checkpoint
A function feature analysis worksheet comparing one linear, one quadratic, and one exponential function, each with a graph, table, equation, and written description of key features
Algebra
Solve quadratic equations by factoring, completing the square, and using the quadratic formula
Analyze the discriminant to determine the number and type of solutions
Graph quadratic functions and identify vertex, axis of symmetry, intercepts, and maximum/minimum values
Solve quadratic application problems involving area, projectile motion, and optimization
Your checkpoint
A worked solutions portfolio of 6 quadratic problems (two per method) with graphs and a written reflection on which method was most efficient for each
Algebra
Simplify, multiply, divide, add, and subtract rational expressions
Solve rational equations and identify extraneous solutions
Simplify radical expressions and solve radical equations, checking for extraneous roots
Apply rational and radical equations to real-world contexts (rates, work, geometry)
Your checkpoint
A two-column error analysis log: left column shows a worked problem with a deliberate mistake, right column explains the error and provides the correct solution, covering four rational and four radical problems
Algebra
Interpret and analyze data displays (dot plots, histograms, box plots) and describe distributions
Calculate and interpret measures of center, spread, and outliers
Create and interpret scatter plots, fit linear models, and assess correlation
Distinguish correlation from causation and evaluate the appropriateness of a model
Your checkpoint
A mini data investigation: collect or use a provided dataset, create a scatter plot, fit a line of best fit, interpret the slope and intercept in context, and write a one-paragraph conclusion about the model's fit
Algebra
Review and synthesize all Algebra domains through mixed practice problems
Take a timed full-length practice test under exam conditions
Analyze practice test errors by domain and create a targeted remediation list
Re-solve previously missed problems and verify understanding with a second attempt
Your checkpoint
A completed full-length practice test with a domain-by-domain error analysis and a one-page 'final review' sheet of the top 10 concepts to remember
Milestones
Week 4: Complete a 20-question cumulative quiz covering Weeks 1–4 (exponents, polynomials, factoring, linear equations/inequalities, systems, functions) and score at least 75%, with a written log of missed concepts
Week 6: Complete a 15-question quiz on quadratics, rational expressions, and radicals and score at least 80%, and submit the error analysis log with corrected solutions
Week 8: Score at least 80% on the full-length practice test and submit the domain error analysis showing improvement from the Week 4 milestone