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chARTer~TECH High School for the Performing Arts2012-2013 Course Syllabus

Department: Mathematics

Course: Algebra A

Instructor/s: Mrs. Krieger-Wilcutt - MKrieger-Wilcutt@chartertech.orgMr. Veit - PVeit@chartertech.org

Course Description:This course is designed as a first year mathematics course. This course allows students to receive training in the foundations of Algebra I with an integration of basic geometry. The main focus of this course is to provide students with the fundamentals of algebra and geometry that will enable them to have an in depth understanding of more advanced material as they progress through their academic careers.

Required Materials:Binder, pencils, notebook, & loose-leaf paper

Course Objectives:1. Perform basic arithmetic operations on whole numbers, integers, and rational numbers2. Use the Order of Operations to solve mathematical sentences3. Understand and apply the notion of place value4. Translate verbal expressions into mathematical expressions and vice versa5. Find the GCF and LCM of two numbers6. Classify numbers according to sets7. Plot integers on a number line8. Compare and order rational numbers9. Find equivalent fractions through reduction10. Convert rational numbers into decimals and percents11. Convert decimals and percents into rational numbers12. Choose a procedure to sample a population13. Use the measures of central tendencies14. Find weighted averages15. Interpret data from tables, charts, and survey results16. Read and create stem-and leaf plots, box and whisker plots, histograms, scatter plots,

pie charts, bar graphs, and line graphs17. Make predictions using bar and line graphs18. Find a sample space for a given event19. Find simple and compound probability20. Understand the concept of a variable21. Solve equations and inequalities using addition and subtraction22. Solve equations and inequalities using multiplication and division

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23. Solve two-step equations24. Use the Distributive Property to simplify equations25. Simplify equations by combining like terms26. Solve equations with variables on both sides27. Manipulate formulas for a specific variable28. Plot an inequality on a number line29. Set up ratios30. Set up and solve proportions31. Find discount, interest, and taxes for a given item32. Find the percent change between two values33. Use and understand the language of geometry34. Measure and find the midpoints of segments35. Draw and classify angles36. Solve equations involving midpoint and angles37. Choose appropriate units of measurements38. Convert units of measurement39. Perform basic operations using units of measurement40. Identify and classify geometric figures41. Find the area and perimeter of polygons42. Find the circumference and area of circles43. Find the area of an irregular shape44. Connect the subject matter to the real world45. Connect the subject matter to the student’s major46. Solve problems integrating algebra and geometry

Assessment:Students will receive homework on a daily basis as well as pop quizzes based upon the homework. Announced tests and quizzes will also be given regularly. Students will receive a variety of class work such as but not limited to: review games, practice worksheets, problems of the day, labs, and journals.

Grading Policy:Tests (30%)Quizzes ( 25%)Homework ( 20%)Class work ( 25%)

TESTS: Tests are always announced in advance. There will be a minimum of 2 tests per marking period including projects. Any projects count as a test grade. No extra time will be given to complete the Test unless special arrangements have been

made.

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You may retake any Test if you meet the following guidelines:1) In order to retake the test, you must have ALL HOMEWORK completed for the

chapter before the original Test and schedule an extra help session to go over the original test.

2) You must take the retest no later than one week after the date that the graded test was returned.

3) The new score will be calculated by averaging the original and the retake.

QUIZZES: Quizzes can be announced or unannounced. There will typically be a minimum of 3 quizzes per marking period Quizzes are not eligible for retakes.

CLASSWORK: There are two types of class work:

o Type 1: Collected and graded for accuracyo Type 2: Graded for effort and completeness

HOMEWORK: All homework must contain date, assigned problems, work, and answers. There are two possible types of homework:

o Type 1: Collected and graded for accuracyo Type 2: Graded for effort and completeness

Homework will be graded as followso On Time = Maximum grade of 10 out of 10 pointso 1 Class Late = Maximum grade of 5 out of 10 pointso More than 1 Class Late = No Credit

For absences, you have the same number of days to make up the homework as you were absent. Refer to the Student Handbook.

JOURNAL ENTRIES: All Journal Entries will count as 2 Homework Assignments. They are graded on the following scale:

4- Completely and neatly answers the question with appropriate information. 3- Complete answer but work isn’t neat. Work is neat but the entry may be missing one concept.2- Work isn’t neat and a concept is missing. Work is neat but several concepts are missing.1- The student attempted to answer the question.0- The student didn’t complete the journal entry.

Classroom Policies:

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Be prepared for class. You must have the following items with you at all times: Pencils Covered textbook Loose-leaf paper Binder or notebook

Be on time. Be in your seat by the time class is scheduled to start. Complete the following:

Put I-pods and phones away in purse, backpack, etc (ear buds should not be in your ears)

Remove backpacks and purses from desks Place homework in the corner of your desk Have pencils already sharpened Complete the Problem of the Day

Be respectful. As per school rules there are no cell phones in class. Show respect toward fellow classmates and the teacher. Raise hand and wait to be called on by the teacher before you speak. Please be advised that cursing will not be tolerated in any form and will result in an

automatic teacher detention and possible referral to the office. No listening to IPOD during class without permission! No lavatory or locker passes during a lesson, with an exception of emergencies for

lavatory. Go before or after class or wait until class work time.

Be attentive.Try to come to class everyday! If you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to get the notes and assignments missed while you were absent from a classmate, which means, the teacher will not remind you of the missed assignment.

Course Outline:Basic Review- Addition and Subtraction of Whole Numbers- Multiplication and Division of Whole Numbers- Place Value- Decimals- Order of Operations- Open Sentences- Patterns and Sequences- Greatest Common Factor- Least Common Multiple- Identify and understand important terms found in word problems

Integers

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- Introduction to Integers- The Number Line- Addition and Subtraction of Integers- Multiplication and Division of Integers

Rational Numbers- Introduction to Rational Numbers- Comparing and Ordering Rational Numbers- Equivalence and reduction of rational numbers- Addition and Subtraction of Rational Numbers- Multiplying Rational Numbers- Dividing Rational Numbers

Data, Statistics, and Probability- Measures of central tendency- Data Analysis via graphs

o Stem-Leaf Plotso Box-Whisker Plotso Histogramso Scatter Plotso Pie Charts

- The probability fraction- Tree diagrams/sample space- Dependent/Independent events

Equations- Introduction to the notion of a variable- Set up open sentences- Solving equations via addition and subtraction- Solving equations via multiplication and division- Solving two-step equations- The Distributive Property- Solving equations with variables on both sides

Inequalities- Introduction to inequalities- Plot inequalities on a number line- Solving inequalities using Addition and Subtraction- Solving inequalities using Multiplication and Division- Solving multi-step inequalities- Set up and solve open sentences involving inequalities

Ratios and Proportions

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- Ratios and Proportions- Percents- Solving proportions via cross-multiplication- Discount, interest, and taxes- Percent Change- Weighted Averages

Points, Lines, Planes, and Angles- Introduction to the language of geometry- Points, Lines, and Planes- Measuring Segments- Midpoint and segment congruence- Exploring angles and angle relationships- Integration: Algebra

Two-Dimensional Geometry- Units of Measurement- Area, perimeter, and circumference- Squares and rhombi- Rectangles- Parallelograms- Triangles- Trapezoids- Circles- Integration: Algebra- Solve and manipulate formulas.