Course Title: Algebra 2/Trig Teachers: Mrs. Ramsey
Room: C16
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COURSE DESCRIPTION AND OVERVIEW
The purpose of the study of algebra is to develop methods to find the value of an unknown quantity (or quantities) by applying basic field properties of real numbers, along with graphical application and interpretation of such quantities and variables. Mastery of algebra is critical for success in any math course you take in the future.
GRADING CATEGORIES
Formative assessments (quizzes) and summative assessments (tests) will be given, along with benchmark exams and a final exam. A suggested study guide to review for these exams would consist of your notes, classwork, and homework for that unit.
GRADING
The overall semester grade will be broken down as follows:
Assignments, Classwork, Homework (Practice) = 10% of semester grade
Quizzes (Formative Assessments) = 15% of semester grade
Tests AND Final (Summative Assessments) = 75% of semester grade
Once the overall semester percentage grade is tabulated and rounded to the nearest percent, the corresponding letter grade for the course will be assigned according to the following scale:
A90% and higher
B80% – 89.99%
C70% – 79.99%
D60% – 69.99%
F59.99% and lower
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Regular attendance in class.
- Bring all needed supplies daily:
●Pencil!
●Calculator - preferably a TI-83, TI-83+, TI-84, or TI-84+
●Headphones, we will be using technology a lot, and some parts require students to watch videos
●Notebook
HOMEWORK & NOTES:
Homework will be checked in one of the following ways on a regular basis:
●Homework quizzes
●Random checking of assignments
●Google form submission
Notes need to be taken during every lecture!
WHAT TO EXPECT:
●Students will start each class with a homework quiz or a homework check (see parent letter on “flipped classroom” policies)
●Notebook Checks will be given at random (this means any day, anytime)
●Homework/classwork is usually given every night except on exam or quiz days
●Exams are given at the end of each chapter
●IF YOU ARE ABSENT, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO SEE YOUR TEACHER AND CHECK GOOGLE CLASSROOM! MAKE UP ASSIGNMENTS OR TESTS WILL BE TURNED IN DEPENDING ON HOW MANY DAYS ABSENT. YOU WILL BE GIVEN AN EQUITABLE NUMBER OF MAKE UP DAYS CONSISTENT WITH NUMBER OF DAYS ABSENT. TESTS/QUIZZES MUST BE MADE UP ON THE DAY YOU RETURN TO SCHOOL.
DISCIPLINE:
●Respect this class and everything within its four walls!
●Bathroom Policy – Students will be allowed to use the restroom if needed, after any lectures have taken place. If this policy is misused, individual policies will be created on a case-by-case basis.
●Classroom Disturbances will not be tolerated!
EXTRA HELP:
Every student should feel at ease to ask for help any time. We encourage all students to work in study groups while doing homework and test preparation. Students may set up either personal or parent appointments throughout the year. Parent- Teacher conferences require at least 24 hours advanced notice.
**Electronic Signature
In order to make sure that the parent/guardian and the student have read this document, please go to classroom.google.com and create an account to electronically sign (you must use your ggusd.net account). By electronically signing, you are agreeing that you understand the rules and expectations for this class.
Due: Sept 8, 2015 @ 11:59PM
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