Mathematics 30-3 Course OutlineMr. McIlroy2017
Course Overview
The main goals of mathematics education are to prepare students to:
• solve problems
• communicate and reason mathematically
• make connections between mathematics and its applications
• become mathematically literate
• appreciate and value mathematics
• make informed decisions as contributors to society.
Mathematics 20-3 is composed of 6 strands
1)Measurement
2)Geometry
3)Number
4)Algebra
5)Statistics
6)Probability
Each strand emphasizes practical applications of mathematical theory in real world situations.
Measurement
It is expected that students will:
Develop spatial sense through direct and indirect measurement.
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the limitations of measuring instruments, including:
• precision • accuracy • uncertainty • tolerance and problem solving
Geometry
It is expected that students will:
Develop spatial sense.
1. Solve problems by using the sine law and cosine law, excluding the ambiguous case.
2. Solve problems that involve: • triangles • quadrilaterals • regular polygons.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of transformations on a 2-D shape or a 3-D object, including: • translations • rotations • reflections • dilations.
Number
It is expected that students will:
Develop number sense and critical thinking skills.
1. Analyze puzzles and games that involve logical reasoning, using problem-solving strategies.
2. Solve problems that involve the acquisition of a vehicle by: • buying • leasing • leasing to buy.
3. Critique the viability of small business options by considering: • expenses • sales • profit or loss
Algebra
It is expected that students will:
Develop algebraic reasoning.
1. Demonstrate an understanding of linear relations by: • recognizing patterns and trends • graphing • creating tables of values • writing equations • interpolating and extrapolating • solving problems.
Statistics
It is expected that students will:
Develop statistical reasoning.
1. Solve problems that involve measures of central tendency, including: • mean • median • mode • weighted mean • trimmed mean.
2. Analyze and describe percentiles.
Probability
It is expected that students will:
Develop critical thinking skills related to uncertainty.
1. Analyze and interpret problems that involve probability.
Scope and Sequence
Measurement/GeometryFebruary
NumberMarch
AlgebraApril-May
StatisticsJanuary
ProbabilityJanuary
Student Expectations
The Math and Science Department of Hines Creek Composite School has determined that certain fundamental behaviours are essential for learning. Therefore the following will be considered common practice amongst all science and math classes at the junior and senior high level.
Required Classroom Materials:
Math - Textbook, Workbook, notebook/binder, Pencil, Eraser, calculator, geometry set,
Science - Textbook, notebook/binder, Pencil, Eraser, calculator, geometry set, previous handouts and assignments, blue and black ink pens.
Students will not be allowed to get materials from their locker. Students who do not have the necessary materials will need to rely on borrowing materials from classmates. This will not be allowed if it causes a disruption. Students who are unprepared may not be able to complete the classwork and as such any class or work time missed as the result of a student being unprepared will cause the student to make up an equivalent amount of time. This will occur during the next lunch period in a location specified by the teacher. Additional lunch periods may be required to make up extended amounts of missed class time.
Students with overdue, missing, or incomplete assignments will also be required to make up these assignments during their lunch periods until the assignment has been completed.
It is the student’s responsibility to arrive at their designated location by 12:05. Failure to do so will result in the student being referred to the administration for further discipline.
If an emergency situation occurs beyond the student’s control, the student will be required to immediately make up this time at next lunch period.
Regular attendance is a requirement for academic success. Therefore students should attempt to minimize their absences as much as possible. It is the responsibility of the student to determine what they’ve missed and to complete any outstanding assignments in a timely manner. This may cause the student to have to work during their lunch period.
Students beginning their class at the start of a block have built-in break time before each block therefore they will be required to be in their seat with their books opened before the bell signalling the beginning of the block. Students who change subjects during blocks have no break between periods. They are to carry all materials required for both subjects within the block so that they may be seated and ready for class as soon as possible. Students are NOT to stop at their lockers between periods for any reason, including but not limited to: picking up additional course materials, checking cellphones, visiting, obtaining a snack, etc.
Repeated failure to follow the procedures outlined above will result in students being referred to administration for further discipline.
Students are expected to behave in a manner conducive to learning. If a student’s behaviour disrupts their own learning or any other student’s learning, they will be removed from class and will be required to make up an equivalent amount of time during the lunch period.
Every attempt will be made to allow a child to be successful in the classroom but if a problem becomes chronic the matter will be referred to the administration.
Grading
Final 30%
Practice Final 5%
Tests/Quizzes 45%
Coursework20%