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One of my favorite quotes ...

"Life is good for only two things, discovering mathematics and teaching mathematics."

- Simëon-Denis Poisson

Syllabus for: Algebra 1 & Geometry

Akron Early High School 2009 – 2010

Darlene R. Hensley, Ph.D., Instructor

Room 232, Polsky’s Building/ Summit College/ The University of Akron

Common Information

Grading Scale and Policy:

The APS Grading Scale: (i.e. 100 – 97 A+, 96 – 93 A, 92 – 90 A-, 89 – 87 B+, 86 – 83 B, 82 – 80 B-, 79 – 77 C+, 76 – 73 C, 72 – 70 C-, 69 – 67 D-, 66 – 63 D, 62 – 60 D-, 59 – 0 F) will be followed. The overall quarter grade will be determined on the following basis: 85% of the final grade will be based on Academic Achievement and 15% on Academic Practice.

Common Code of Behavior for Our Classroom:

1. Be a RESPECTFUL member of our learning community.

2. ADOPT as your own The University of Akron’s Behavioral Policy as well as

the  APS/BOE Code of Student Behavior.

3. Be PREPARED for class (i.e. on time with the necessary tools for learning)

4. NO EATING or DRINKING IN THE CLASSROOM during instructional time.

N.B. Rewards will be given for compliance and consequences will be issued for

non-compliance to this Common Code of Behavior for Our Classroom.

TOOLS OF LEARNING:

HAVE THESE THINGS READY FOR USE AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS

1. Textbook, please pick-up a text on your way into the classroom.

2. Notebook with notebook paper and tabs or spiral bound notebook and folder

3. Calculator picked-up on the way in the classroom or brought with you.

4. Bell Work/ Exit Ticket paper picked-up on the way in the classroom.

5. Writing implements (pens and pencils)

6. Straight edge (ruler or protractor)

7. Textbook and other sources of information

8. Completed homework assignments which are posted on New School Notes.

9. Positive attitude, lots of enthusiasm, love of learning, an open mind, etc.

Course Overview: ALGEBRA 1

The following areas of the Algebra will be studied this academic year: Linear and Non-linear Functions, Expressions, Equations, Inequalities, Polynomials, Systems of Equations and Inequalities, Ratio and Proportions, as well as basic Right Triangle Trigonometry. Understanding the mathematical process i.e. the combination of critical thinking and problem solving and an ability to communicate an understanding both in writing and orally will be an essential part of our academic studies.

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Overview of topics to be covered each Quarter of ALGEBRA 1

Overview of topics that will be covered for the Algebra 1  1^st Semester Exam & Final Exam.

 Algebra 1 students, please note:

The quantity of work you will asked to complete the first semester is rather large and the demands I must and will make on you, my students, will be great but I am certain that you are up to the task at hand. Know that I will be with you all the way. Although, the quantity of material to be covered in the second will be less than the first the topics themselves will be a bit more challenging. A challenge you are certain to welcome and meet. Again be assured that I will be with you the entire time.

The only the way the task/ the challenge will conquer you/ me/ us is if we let. Let’s band together to victorious this Marvelous Mathematical Madness called ALGEBRA 1.

I promise you my personal best effort and total confidence in you and your ability. I ask the same of you. And I know that you yes to this simple request, we will have a wonder-filled academic year.

Sincerely yours;

Doc

Course Overview: GEOMETRY

The following areas of the Geometry will be studied this academic year: the Vocabulary of Geometry, Deductive and Inductive Reasoning, Proof, Congruency, Similarity, Perimeter, Area, Surface Area, Volume, Angle and Linear Measurement, Parallel, Perpendicular, Lines and Parts of a Circle, and Basic Right Triangle Trigonometry. Understanding the mathematical process i.e. the combination of critical thinking and problem solving and an ability to communicate an understanding both in writing and orally will be an essential part of our academic studies.

Overview of topics to be covered each Quarter of GEOMETRY

Overview of topics that will be covered for the Geometry  1^st Semester Exam & Final Exam.

Geometry students, please note:

The quantity of work you will asked to complete the first semester is rather large as we may need to begin second semester’s at the end of first semester along with taking time out to prepare for the OGT Mathematics test and the demands I must and will make on you, my students, will be great but I am certain that you are up to the task at hand. Know that I will be with you all the way. Although, the quantity of material to be covered in the second will be less than the first the topics themselves will be a bit more challenging. A challenge you are certain to welcome and meet. Again be assured that I will be with you the entire time.

The only the way the task/ the challenge will conquer you/ me/ us is if we let. Let’s band together to victorious this Marvelous Mathematical Madness called Geometry.

I promise you my personal best effort and total confidence in you and your ability. I ask the same of you. And I know that you yes to this simple request, we will have a wonder-filled academic year.

Sincerely yours;

Doc