Geometry Course Syllabus

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Geometry is a high school mathematics course designed for students who have successfully completed Algebra 1.

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Geometry is a high school mathematics course designed for students who have successfully completed Algebra 1.

This course emphasizes understanding the relationships among geometric figures and using those relationships along with your ____________ to solve problems.

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Geometry is a high school mathematics course designed for students who have successfully completed Algebra 1.

This course emphasizes understanding the relationships among geometric figures and using those relationships along with your ____________ to solve problems.algebra skills

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STUDENT REQUIREMENTS

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Have demonstrated mastery of Algebra 1 material with a final grade of ____________.

STUDENT REQUIREMENTS

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Have demonstrated mastery of Algebra 1 material with a final grade of ____________.

STUDENT REQUIREMENTS

C (or better)

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Have demonstrated mastery of Algebra 1 material with a final grade of ____________.

Attend class daily, participating in class discussions and activities.

STUDENT REQUIREMENTS

C (or better)

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Have demonstrated mastery of Algebra 1 material with a final grade of ____________.

Attend class daily, participating in class discussions and activities.

Complete homework assignments.

STUDENT REQUIREMENTS

C (or better)

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Have demonstrated mastery of Algebra 1 material with a final grade of ____________.

Attend class daily, participating in class discussions and activities.

Complete homework assignments.

Study materials presented in class, online, and from the textbook.

STUDENT REQUIREMENTS

C (or better)

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COURSE MATERIALS:

Basic Text, Geometry, Concepts and Applications. Glencoe / McGraw-Hill, 2006.

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COURSE MATERIALS:

Basic Text, Geometry, Concepts and Applications. Glencoe / McGraw-Hill, 2006.

TOOLS - Scientific Calculator, compass, protractor, ruler and straightedge three-ring binder, paper, and pencil(s).

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COURSE MATERIALS:

Basic Text, Geometry, Concepts and Applications. Glencoe / McGraw-Hill, 2006.

TOOLS - Scientific Calculator, compass, protractor, ruler and straightedge three-ring binder, paper, and pencil(s).

NOTE: If you should choose to purchase a graphing calculator, I recommend the TI-84 Plus.

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GRADING POLICY:

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GRADING POLICY:

10% Homework & Class Participation

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GRADING POLICY:

10% Homework & Class Participation

25% Various Technology Projects

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GRADING POLICY:

10% Homework & Class Participation

25% Various Technology Projects

25% Section Quizzes

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GRADING POLICY:

10% Homework & Class Participation

25% Various Technology Projects

25% Section Quizzes 30% Chapter Exams

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GRADING POLICY:

10% Homework & Class Participation

25% Various Technology Projects

25% Section Quizzes 30% Chapter Exams

10% Final Exam

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GRADING POLICY:

10% Homework & Class Participation

25% Various Technology Projects

25% Section Quizzes 30% Chapter Exams

10% Final Exam

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SOME TECHNOLOGIES:

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SOME TECHNOLOGIES:

Email - All students are required to have an email account! I suggest Google’s gmail.

Wiki – All students will have a wiki (web) page. Math journaling will be done here. Wiki pages can be edited / worked on from any computer with internet access.

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SOME TECHNOLOGIES:

Email - All students are required to have an email account! I suggest Google’s gmail.

Wiki – All students will have a wiki (web) page. Math journaling will be done here. Wiki pages can be edited / worked on from any computer with internet access.

SlideShare – A site that allows anyone to create an account, and upload their PowerPoint slideshows for the world to view. They are then easily placed in the wiki page.

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SOME TECHNOLOGIES:

Email - All students are required to have an email account! I suggest Google’s gmail.

Wiki – All students will have a wiki (web) page. Math journaling will be done here. Wiki pages can be edited / worked on from any computer with internet access.

SlideShare – A site that allows anyone to create an account, and upload their PowerPoint slideshows for the world to view. They are then easily placed in the wiki page.

Voki – A site that allows anyone to create an account, and animated characters with a voice. They are then easily placed in the wiki page.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

I am available every evening after school! Therefore, there should be no excuse for a student to get behind in their work or not understand any concept.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

I am available every evening after school! Therefore, there should be no excuse for a student to get behind in their work or not understand any concept.

We will spend a considerable amount of time on computers. Any undirected web-surfing (e-mail, music searching, games, etc.) will constitute an immediate loss of privileges. I will require a meeting with parents and administration to restore such privileges.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

I am available every evening after school! Therefore, there should be no excuse for a student to get behind in their work or not understand any concept.

We will spend a considerable amount of time on computers. Any undirected web-surfing (e-mail, music searching, games, etc.) will constitute an immediate loss of privileges. I will require a meeting with parents and administration to restore such privileges.

Cell-phones, CD-players, I-Pods, etc. (being used in the classroom), will be confiscated and will only be released to parent(s) or guardian(s).

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

I am available every evening after school! Therefore, there should be no excuse for a student to get behind in their work or not understand any concept.

We will spend a considerable amount of time on computers. Any undirected web-surfing (e-mail, music searching, games, etc.) will constitute an immediate loss of privileges. I will require a meeting with parents and administration to restore such privileges.

Cell-phones, CD-players, I-Pods, etc. (being used in the classroom), will be confiscated and will only be released to parent(s) or guardian(s).

Parents are welcome and encouraged to contact me or visit our classroom at any time.