Accelerated G/T Mathematics Program
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Accelerated G/T Mathematics ProgramOrientation Session 2012
Mrs. [email protected]
http://mrskrummel.com
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by J.A.H. Hunter
The lucky cats in Stratton StreetHad seven mice apiece to eat.
The rest made doWith only two:The total scoreBeing twenty-four.
How many cats ate mousie meat?
A Tale of the Cats
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• Algebra is a branch of mathematics that studies the relationships between quantities that vary.
• These relationships can be represented verbally, numerically, graphically, and symbolically.
• Emphasis on functions and their applications as mathematical models
What is Algebra?
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A Tale of the Cats
Symbolically:
Numerically:
7x +2y = 24
x y0 121 8.52 5
Graphically:
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• Geometry is a branch of mathematics that studies spatial relationships (size, shape, relative position, properties of space).
• Emphasis on spatial reasoning, proof, properties of two-dimensional shapes and three-dimensional figures
What is Geometry?
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A Tale of the Cats
A cat on a 25-ft tall rooftop of a house on Stratton Street spies a mouse at a 55° angle of depression. How far away is the mouse?
Marcio Melo. Cat on the Roof in the Moonlight, 2001.
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• Discrete Mathematics is a branch of mathematics that studies discrete (as opposed to continuous) objects.
• Emphasis on problem-solving, logic, proof, combinatorics and probability, vertex-edge graphs
What is Discrete Mathematics?
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A Tale of the Cats
A clever cat has mapped out 8 mouse holes on Stratton Street. Can he check all 8 mouse holes without checking any hole twice?
Cathy Breedyk Law. City Cat, 2008.
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Middle School Course Sequence
Year One:• Algebra 1 G/T• Geometry G/T Part 1
Year Two:• Geometry G/T Part 2• Algebra 2 G/T
Year Three:• Discrete Mathematics G/T
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Current High School Course Sequence
Grade 9: Precalculus G/T
Grade 10: AP Calculus AB
Grade 11: AP Calculus C
Grade 12: AP Statistics Discrete Mathematics
Differential Equations (offered at some high schools or a central location – HCC)
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Class Schedule & Location
River Hill High School: (transportation not provided)
• Tuesdays 4-6 pm OR• Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm
Home Schools:• Work independently during
scheduled math period
Expected Time Commitment: 225+120=345 min. per week
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Student Expectations:
Students will be expected to:
• Think critically• Communicate mathematically
both verbally and in writing• Persevere with challenging
problems• Work independently• Ask questions and seek help
when needed
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Teacher Support:
Mrs. Krummel is available to assist students via:
•Email•Web Conferencing•Instant messaging tools•Online forum•Telephone•Scheduled school visits•Video Tutorials
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Student Grading:
• Grades posted online in real time
• Interim Reports provided• Students expected to maintain
A/B+ average consistently • Parent/Student/Teacher
conferences conducted as needed
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Use of Technology
• Graphing calculatoro TI-Nspire with TI-84 faceplateo TI-84, TI-83 families
• Use of Internet tools to conduct mathematical investigationso GeoGebra
• Use of Internet tools to improve mathematical communicationo Schoologyo Discussion Forum
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American Mathematics Competitionshttp://amc.maa.org
• Missiono Increase interest in mathematicso Develop problem solving through a
fun competitiono Challenge students with
interesting mathematical questions
• AMC 8 (grade 8 and below)o Administered in Novembero 25 questions, 40 minuteso Content through Prealgebra
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American Mathematics Competitionshttp://amc.maa.org
• AMC 10 (grade 10 and below)o Administered in Februaryo 25 questions, 75 minuteso Content through Algebra II
• AMC 12 (grade 12 and below)o Administered in Februaryo 25 questions, 75 minuteso Content through Precalculus
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American Mathematics Competitionshttp://amc.maa.org
• AIME o Administered in Marcho 15 questions, 3 hours, integer
answerso AMC 10/12 top 2.5%/5%o Content through Precalculuso 7,185 participants
• USAMO/USAJMOo Administered in Aprilo 500 participants
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Student Panel Q&A
• Duncan Rheingans-Yoo, OMHS
• Colin Murphy, EMMS
• Irene Lu, HMS
• Peter Jen, LKMS
• Daniel Mahoney, HCMS
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Student Panel Q&A
• Why did you decide to participate in the accelerated math program?
• How did your learning experiences as a student in this program compare to your prior experiences?
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Student Panel Q&A
• How was the adjustment from having math every day to the once-a-week class schedule?
• Describe your success working independently. How much extra support did you need?
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Student Panel Q&A
• How has the use of technology enhanced your learning?
• What is the most significant thing you have learned about yourself as a result of participating in this program?
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Student Panel Q&A
• How did participation in the program impact your high school experience?
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Conclusion
• Please return consent forms and student self-evals by May 30th.
• You will be contacted during the summer via email to register for Schoology and receive your first assignment.
Mrs. [email protected] http://mrskrummel.com