Algebraic Connections Syllabus
Course Overview:
This course will cover all topics in the Elmore County Pacing Guide.
The objective of this course is to prepare students for the ACT and the Algebra II. It will give students an understanding of the mathematical concepts needed for the ACT exam and real world applications. It will also provide students with a working knowledge of technology necessary to help them succeed at this level.
The textbook for this course is:
Math Matters 3, National Textbook Company, (2001)
Course Outline:
Unit 1: Essential Mathematics
· (1.1) The Language of Mathematics
· (1.2) Real Numbers
· (1.3) Union and Intersection of Sets
· (1.7) Distributive Properties and Properties of Exponents
· (1.8) Exponents and Scientific Notation
Unit 2: Essential Algebra and Statistics
· (2.1) Patterns and Iterations
· (2.2) Coordinate Plane
· (2.3) Linear Functions
· (2.4) Solve One-Step Equations
· (2.5) Solve Multi-Step Equations
· (2.6) Solve Linear Inequalities
· (2.7) Data & Measures of Central Tendency
Unit 3: Geometry and Reasoning
· (3.1) Points, Lines, and Planes
· (3.2) Types of Angles
· (3.3) Segments and Angles
· (3.4) Construction and Lines
Unit 4: Triangles, Quadrilaterals, and Other Polygons
· (4.1) Triangles and Triangle Theorems
· (4.6) Inequalities in Triangles
· (4.7) Polygons and Angles
Unit 5: Measurement
· (5.1) Ratios and Units of Measure
· (5.2) Perimeter, Circumference, and Area
· (5.4) Irregular Shapes
· (5.5) Three-Dimensional Figures and Loci
· (5.7) Volume of Three-Dimensional Figures
Unit 6: Linear Systems of Equations
· (6.1) Slope and Slope Intercept
· (6.2) Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
· (6.3) Write Equations for Lines
· (6.4) Systems of Equations
· (6.5) Solve Systems by Substitution
· (6.6) Solve Systems by Addition, Subtraction, and Multiplication
· (6.8) Systems of Inequalities
· (6.9) Linear Programming
· (6.7) Matrices and Determinants
Unit 7: Similar Triangles
· (7.1) Ratios and Proportions
· (7.2) Similar Polygons
· (7.3) Scale Drawings
· (7.7) Indirect Measurement
Unit 8: Transformations
· (8.5) Add and Multiply Matrices
· (8.6) Operations on Matrices
· (8.7) Determinants and Creamer’s Rule
Unit 9: Probability and Statistics
· (9.1) Review Percent and Probability
· (9.2) Problem Solving Skills: Simulations
· (9.4) Independent and Dependent Events
· (9.6) Scatter Plots and Box Plots
· (9.7) Standard Deviation
Unit 10: Right Angles and Circles
· (10.1) Irrational Numbers
· (10.2) Pythagorean Theorem
· (10.3) Special Right Triangles
· (10.4) Circles, Angles, and Arcs
Unit 11: Polynomials
· (11.1) Add and Subtract Polynomials
· (11.2) Multiply Polynomials
· (11.3) Divide and Find Factors
· (11.4) Multiply 2 Binomials
· (11.5) Find Binomial Factors
· (11.6) Special Factoring Patterns
· (11.7) Factor Trinomials
· (11.9) More on Factoring Trinomials
Unit 12: Quadratic Functions
· (12.1) Graph Parabolas
· (12.2) General Quadratic Function
· (12.5) The Quadratic Formula
· (12.6) Use Pythagorean Theorem
Unit 13: Quadratic Relations
· (13.1) Equation of a Circle
· (13.5) Direct Variation
Unit 14: Trigonometry
· (14.1) Basic Trigonometric Ratios
· (14.2) Solve Right Triangles
Banking
· Saving Accounts
· Checking Accounts
· Certificates of Deposit
· Credit Purchases
Loans
· Loans
· Buying a Car
· Buying a House
Project: Best Plan for Cell Phone Service
Project: Best Plan for Car Insurance
Materials:
It is highly recommended that each student purchase a scientific calculator. I have a limited number to loan and you may not have access to one of mine. Have it with you every day. Three ring binder, graph paper, ruler, and pencils.
Testing:
The test days are Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Grading:
The grading for the course will consist of tests, quizzes, and homework/classwork. The percentage for each is as follows:
Tests: 60%
Quizzes: 30%
Homework: 10%
Quizzes will most often consist of selected pre worked homework problems, as well as separate given quizzes.
Students who perform poorly on a test will be allowed to make corrections for additional points.
Percentage / Letter89.5% to 100% / A
79.5% to 89.49% / B
69.5% to 79.49% / C
59.5% to 69.49% / D
Below 59.5% / F
Tutoring:
Tutoring sessions will be provided every Wednesday beginning immediately after 7th period.