COURSE OF STUDY OUTLINE

DEPARTMENT: MATHEMATICS

COURSE TITLE: Math 1

Grade Level: 9-12

Length: Two semesters

Number of Credits: Ten Units

Prerequisites: C or better in Math 8. D or better in Foundational Math

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Math 1 is the first course in an integrated sequence which is replacing Algebra 1. It is required for all high school students and counts as one year of the math requirement for the UC and CSU systems. This is a college preparatory course. Students receive instruction in traditional topics from algebra, geometry, probability and statistics in a problem-centered, connected approach.

RATIONALE FOR THE COURSE:

This course is focused on the fundamentals of algebra, geometry, probability and statistics and the use of these operations in problem solving. It is designed to:

  1. Emphasize the structure of algebra along with systematic instruction in techniques of algebra.
  2. Encourage reasoning and discovery by the student.
  3. Give the student an understanding of the real number system.
  4. Help students apply algebraic and geometric concepts and skills.
  5. Show students the need for precision in language.

This course meets an a-g UC/CSU requirement.

EXPECTED SCHOOL WIDE LEARNING RESULTS (ESLRS):

  1. Informed
  2. Excellent
  3. Purposeful

COURSE OUTLINE

SUGGESTED TEACHING STRATEGIES

I. Lecture

II. Cooperative learning groups

III. Lab investigations

IV. Student explanations and presentations

V. Modeling

VI. Peer tutoring

ASSESSMENTS

I.  Oral questions/answers

II.  Written quizzes and examinations

III.  Portfolio assignments

IV.  Pre- and post- tests

V.  Growth-over-time problems

RESOURCES

Textbooks: Core Connections: Integrated 1: CPM Educational Program

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