Course Outline
The Alberta Mathematics curriculum for Grade 9 is divided into four sections called strands. The four strands are as follows:
1. Number
2. Shape and Space
3. Patterns and Relations
4. Statistics and Probability
These strands are divided into thirteen chapters in the Basic Math Skills student textbook. The Grade 9 curriculum objectives of each strand are covered within the student text. The tentative outline is as follows:
Whole Numbers
Number Theory
Fractions
Decimals
Ratio and Proportion
Percent
Geometry
Measurement
Graphing and transformations.
Goals
The main goals of Mathematics education are to prepare students to:
Use mathematics confidently to solve problems within our daily lives
Communicate and reason mathematically
Appreciate and value mathematics
Commit to lifelong learning and become mathematically literate adults
Evaluation
75% semester work. Term marks are cumulative. The grade will be broken down as follows:
20% Assignments, Mental Math, Quizzes, Homework
80% Regularly Scheduled Exams (usually 1 per unit) and Cumulative Tests
25% end of year assessment (PAT)
Extra Math Help
Students are encouraged to attend tutorial if they need extra help from 11:30 to 12:00 every school day.
Materials:
A binder with notes and paper
Pencil & sharpener (or preferably mechanical pencil), eraser
Textbook
Scientific Calculator
How to Succeed:
Come to class with the materials required
Record notes and examples, share in discussion and ask questions!
Expect homework every day. You must practice the skills taught in class to be successful. Time will be given in class if lessons are done, so use your time effectively!
In-class quizzes will be given periodically.
Exams (end of unit assessment) will be given at the conclusion of each unit and will be scheduled well in advance.
Absences:
If you are away from school or anticipate being away it is your responsibility to let the school know and catch up on the work missed.