Algebra I is an engaging course that lays the foundation needed in subsequent courses in math and science. The course provides an opportunity for students to practice logical and abstract reasoning skills. Topics include: working with variables, functions, graphing, inequalities, equation solving, and number systems. Emphasis is placed on the development and application of skills.
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will demonstrate the ability to reason quantitatively when analyzing, representing, and solving problems.
2. Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze and use structure in expressions to solve problems.
3. Students will demonstrate the ability to solve problems when applying concepts of polynomial expressions.
4. Students will demonstrate the ability to create and use algebraic models to connect mathematical concepts and properties when solving real-world problems.
5. Students will demonstrate the ability to explain and justify reasoning when solving equations, inequalities, and systems of equations.
6. Students will demonstrate the ability to interpret, analyze, and use functions when applied in a variety of contexts, including real-world phenomena.
7. Students will demonstrate the ability to build functions that model relationships between two quantities.
8. Students will demonstrate the ability to distinguish among situations that can be represented with linear and quadratic models and provide evidence to support reasoning.
9. Students will demonstrate the ability to apply algebraic models to express geometric relationships.
10. Students will demonstrate the ability to apply statistical methods or reasoning to summarize, represent, and interpret categorical and quantitative data.
11. Students will demonstrate the ability to make inferences and justify or critique conclusions.
12. Students will demonstrate the ability to apply the rules of probability including conditional probability to determine the likelihood of a given outcome.
Units:
Real Numbers
Solving Linear Equations
Rate, Ratio, Proportions
Solving Inequalities
Graphing Linear Functions
Writing Linear Functions
Solving Systems of Linear Equations
Exponents and Operations on Polynomials
Factoring Polynomials
Radical Expressions and Equations
Quadratic Functions
Descriptive Statistics
Textbook and Replacement Cost:
The textbook for this class costs $60 to replace if lost or damaged. It will be used sparingly. It can be signed out on request.
Materials:
Students should have a binder or notebook for notes and homework, dated each day. Scientific calculators are helpful to have, although not required, as we do have a class set. Students should come to class each day with a pencil.
Technology:
Technology will be used often in this class. We will often have a set of iPads in the classroom, but students will be encouraged AT APPROPRIATE TIMES to use the school's wifi network and any smart devices they may have. All other times the phone or device should be put away and silenced. Homework assignments will often be submitted to https://www.assistments.org/ for students to receive immediate feedback on their progress. Freshmen will be expected to have their chromebooks every day and WILL NOT be allowed to charge in the classroom.
Grading:
QUARTER GRADE:
Formative Hw: 5%
Formative Assessments: 15%
Summative Assessments: 80%
FINAL GRADE:
Q1: 22.5%
Q2: 22.5%
Midterm Assessment: 5%
Q3: 22.5%
Q4: 22.5%
Final Assessment: 5%
See pdf below for additional information
Retakes:
The class retake policy will follow the school-wide retake policy(See retake pdf below).
Expectations:
Students are expected to be in class on time and participate with maximum effort.
Students are expected to be in school and track down assignments and notes if they miss school.
Students are expected to follow school rules concerning respect, hats, food, and drinks.
Homework:
Homework should be expected nightly. Homework assignments will be posted on this website.
Homework is graded on a 2 point scale.
2: Complete and on time
1: More than half done OR complete and late
0: Less than half done
Extra Help(subject to change):
Tuesdays(2nd and last tuesday of the month): 2:30-3:00
Wednesdays: 2:30-3:00
Thursdays: 2:30-3:00
6th Period and 4th Period by appointment
Other times can be arranged by request.