/ Westview Centennial Secondary School
September 2016 /
Course Title: / Principles of Mathematics
Grade 9, Academic / Student’s Name: ______
Course Code: / MPM1D / Credit Value: 1
Textbook: / Principles of Mathematics 9 / Prerequisite: None
Overview
This course enables students to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts related to algebra, analytic geometry, and measurement and geometry through investigation, the effective use of technology, and abstract reasoning. Students will investigate relationships, which they will then generalize as equations of lines, and will determine the connections between different representations of a linear relation. They will also explore relationships that emerge from the measurement of three-dimensional figures and two-dimensional shapes. Students will reason mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems.
Main Topics and Expectations
The following is a list of strands for the course, as well as the overall expectations for each strand:
Measurement and Geometry
  • Determine, through investigation, the optimal values of various measurements
  • Solve problems involving the measurements of two-dimensional shapes and the surface areasand volumes of three-dimensional figures
  • Verify, through investigation facilitated by dynamic geometry software, geometric propertiesand relationships involving two-dimensional shapes, and apply the results to solvingproblems
Number Sense and Algebra
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the exponent rules of multiplication and division, and apply them to simplify expressions
  • Manipulate numerical and polynomial expressions, and solve first-degree equations.
Linear Relations
  • Apply data-management techniques to investigate relationships between two variables
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics of a linear relation
  • Connect various representations of a linear relation

Analytic Geometry
  • Determine the relationship between the form of an equation and the shape of its graph with respect to linearity and non-linearity
  • Determine, through investigation, the properties of the slope and y-intercept of a linear relation
  • Solve problems involving linear relations

Assessment
The teacher will perform ongoing assessments to ensure that each student is learning to their full potential. Ongoing feedback will be provided to students regarding their progress in the course. Assessment information may be obtained through a variety of means, which may include formal and informal observations, discussions, learning conversations, questioning, conferences, homework, tasks done in groups, demonstrations, projects, portfolios, performances, peer and self-assessments, self-reflections and tests.
Evaluation
Evaluation is based on the Ministry of Education document, Growing Success: Assessment, Evaluation, and Reporting in Ontario Schools, First Edition, Covering Grades 1 to 12, 2010.
Each student’s grade in this course will be generated as follows:
  • 70% of the grade will be based on evaluations conducted throughout the course. Such evidence of student achievement can come from three sources: observations, conversations, and student products.
  • 30% of the grade will be based on a culminating activity and/or exam at the end of the semester.
Throughout the course, all evaluations will be divided into categories as set out by the Achievement Chart. Please note that not all categories will be included in a particular evaluation. The categories and their approximate weighting are as follows:
Category / Weighting
Knowledge and Understanding
Subject-specific content acquired in each course, and the comprehension of its meaning and significance / 20-30%
Thinking
The use of critical and creative thinking skills and/or processes / 20-30%
Communication
The conveying of meaning through various forms / 15-25%
Application
The use of knowledge and skills to make connections within and between various contexts / 20-30%
Learning Skills
A student’s learning skills will be assessed on an ongoing basis and will receive a rating of “Excellent”, “Good”, “Satisfactory”, or “Needs Improvement” on his/her report card. The learning skills assessed are:
Responsibility / Completes and submits class work, homework and assignments according to agreed-upon timelines.
Independent work / Uses class time appropriately to complete tasks and meet goals. Follows instructions with minimal supervision.
Collaboration / Works willingly and cooperatively with others to resolve conflicts and build consensus to achieve group goals.
Organization / Manages and uses time effectively and creatively, demonstrates ability to organize and manage information
Self-Regulation / Sets own individual goals and monitors progress toward achieving them. Seeks clarification or assistance when needed.
Initiative / Approaches new learning situations with confidence and a positive attitude, seeks assistance when needed
Student Responsibilities (Homework, Missed/Late Assignment, Missed Test Policies)
Students are to be reminded of the importance of consistency of effort and initiative in a successful outcome. Motivation, homework, teamwork, as well as daily practice and review are essential to achieving as excellent a grade as possible.
  • All daily homework must be done. If a class is missed for any reason, the student is responsible to catch up on any missed work, and get the homework assigned from a classmate or teacher.
  • Any presentation, assignment, quiz or test missed may be administered with an explanatory parental phone call, doctor’s note or parental note. Late assignments have the same policy.
  • Students are expected to follow the standard rules of academic integrity with respect to plagiarism, handing in someone else’s work, using copyrighted material, etc.

Student’s Signature: ______/ Teacher’s Signature: ______
Parent/Guardian Signature: ______
(If student is under 18) / Date: ______