ALGEBRA 1A Level 2 - COURSE SYLLABUS
TEACHER:
Ms. Young
(610) 847-5131 x 2317
SCHEDULE:
Meets daily for one semester; Period 4 (1:03pm-2:32pm)
MATERIALS:
Text: Algebra 1. Prentice-Hall. 2007. Pennsylvania edition.
Prentice Hall Algebra 1 Online Book
1. Go to www.phschool.com
2. Click on “SuccessNet login”
3. Click register and enter the access code D4BFFCF3C7EE5FC7A9A0
4. Choose a username and password
Supplies: A three ring binder with lined paper, pencil, eraser, and a calculator.
Calculator: Graphing calculators are provided during classroom instruction only; it is recommended that you purchase a scientific calculator for homework. A limited number of graphing calculators are available to sign out of the library. This course will have limited calculator use to enhance the development of fundamental math skills.
COURSE CONTENT
DESCRIPTION OF COURSE:
The Algebra I-A objectives are to develop a thorough understanding of the basic concepts and structure of the real number system and the applications of linear and exponential models. Course content includes operations with real numbers, ways of displaying data, solving equations and inequalities, analyzing graphs of functions and relations, linear models and problem solving.
UNITS OF STUDY:
1. Variables, Function Patterns, and Graphs
a. Using Variables
b. Exponents and Order of Operations
c. Exploring Real Numbers
d. Mean, Median, Mode, and Range
e. Supplement- Box and Whisker Plots
2. Rational Numbers
a. Adding Rational Numbers
b. Subtracting Rational Numbers
c. Multiplying and Dividing Rational Numbers
d. The Distributive Property
e. Properties of Numbers
f. Theoretical and Experimental Probability
3. Solving Equations
a. Solving Two-Step Equations
b. Solving Multi-Step Equations
c. Equations with Variables on Both Sides
d. Ratio and Proportion
e. Proportions and Similar Figures
f. Equations and Problem Solving
g. Percent of Change
h. Finding and Estimating Square Roots
4. Solving Inequalities
a. Inequalities and Their Graphs
b. Solving Inequalities Using Addition and Subtraction
c. Solving Inequalities Using Multiplication and Division
d. Solving Multi-Step Inequalities
e. Compound Inequalities
EVALUATION:
Quarter Grade: Test, Quizzes, Projects, and Performance Tasks: 70%
Homework/Class work and participation: 30%
Course Grade: Third Quarter: 40%
Fourth Quarter: 40%
Midterm/Final: 20%
HOMEWORK POLICY:
~ Homework will be assigned regularly and is due the following day. Late homework will receive no credit.
Work must be shown for each problem; answers only are not acceptable. Grades for homework will be
determined as follows:
Full credit (2 pts): All problems are completed and all work is shown.
Half credit (1 pt): At least half of the problems are done all the corresponding work is shown.
No credit (0 pts): Less than half of the problems have been attempted or no work is shown.
~ You will receive two “free” homework passes per quarter. Choose wisely!
CLASSROOM POLICIES:
~ Absences, lateness, and plagiarism will be dealt with according to school policy. See your student handbook
for details.
~ If you miss class to participate in a school-approved trip or activity, assignments will still be due on original
due date. See your student handbook for details.
~ Classroom expectations, procedures, and corresponding consequences will be discussed as often as necessary
and are expected to be followed. See the “Classroom Expectations and Consequences” document and
“Classroom Procedures” document for detailed information.
PORTFOLIO ENTRIES:
Projects and selected performance assessments all make great portfolio entries.
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION:
~ A number of extra credit assignments will be given throughout the semester. Be sure to take advantage of
these opportunities!
~ After school help will be available as often as needed. Please let me know in advance if you plan on staying
after.
~ All homework assignments, class notes, and study guides will be posted on my website. To get to all
teacher websites go to www.palisadessd.org/palisadeshs, click on the Teachers tab, then choose the
appropriate teacher name.
**Course content may vary from this outline in order to meet the needs of this particular group.**