Algebra 1-B 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 Geometry and beyond. We will be following the second half of the Algebra I CC edition curriculum guide and sequence of instruction for this course. We will also use NMSI Training Lessons as further resources on some topics.

The textbook for this course is:

Glencoe Algebra I, 2012

Course Outline:

Unit 1: Preparation for Algebra 1B

Solving Equations

  • (2.2) One-Step Equations
  • (2.3) Multi-Step Equations
  • (2.4) Variables on Both Sides

Unit 2: Linear Functions and Equations

  • (1.6) Relations
  • (1.7) Functions
  • (3.1) Graphing Linear Equations
  • (3.2) Solving Linear Equations by Graphing
  • (3.3) Rate of Change and Slope

Unit 3: Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities

  • (6.1) Graphing Systems of Equations
  • (6.2) Substitution
  • (6.3) Elimination using Addition and Subtraction
  • (6.4) Elimination using Multiplication
  • (6.5) Applying Systems of Linear Equations
  • (6.6) Systems of Linear Inequalities

Unit 4: Exponents and Exponential Functions

  • (7.1) Multiplication Properties of Exponents
  • (7.2) Division Properties of Exponents
  • (7.3) Rational Exponents
  • (7.4) Scientific Notation
  • (7.5) Exponential Functions
  • (7.6) Growth and Decay
  • (7.7) Geometric Sequences
  • (7.8) Recursive Formulas

Unit 5: Polynomials

  • (8.1) Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
  • (8.2) Multiplying a Polynomial by a Monomial
  • (8.3) Multiplying Polynomials
  • (8.4) Special Products
  • (8.5) Factoring using the Distributive Property
  • (8.6) Solving x2 + bx + c = 0
  • (8.7) Solving ax2 + bx+ c = 0
  • (8.8) Difference of Squares
  • (8.9) Perfect Squares

Unit 6: Radical Functions

  • (10.1) Square Root Functions
  • (10.2) Simplifying Radical Expressions
  • (10.3) Operations with Radical Expressions
  • (10.4) Radical Equations

Unit 7: Quadratic Relationships

  • (9.1) Graphing Quadratic Equations
  • (9.2) Solving Quadratic Equations
  • (9.3) Transformations of Quadratic Equations
  • (9.4) Completing the Square
  • (9.5) Quadratic Formula
  • (9.6) Analyzing Functions
  • (9.7) Special Functions
  • (11.2) Rational Functions
  • (11.8) Rational Equations
  • (11.5) Dividing Polynomials

Unit 8: Statistics and Probability

  • (12-2) Statistics and Parameters
  • (12.3) Distributions of Data
  • (12.4) Comparing Sets of Data
  • (12.7) Probability of Compound Events
  • (12.8) Probability Distributions

Materials:

It is highly recommended that each student purchase a basic 4 function calculator. The main thing to look for is a +/- key and a square root (√) key. I may have a limited number to use in the classroom setting, but it will be necessary for the student to use at home as well.

Testing:

Tests will be given according to the Elmore County Schools handbook. Test days will be Tuesday, Thursday, or 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 miss a test will be allowed to make up the test according to the rules in the student handbook. Missed quizzes and homework will be taken late also as per the student handbook.

Percentage / Letter
89.5% 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.