Algebra 1
Online Course
Syllabus
INTRODUCTION
This course is a state approved Algebra 1 course. The content covered in the course is the same as that covered in Algebra 1 class in a regular classroom setting. This course is designed to provide students with one unit of credit in mathematics. Some things I want you to know for this course.
1) I will give you a math notebook. All of the notes you take can be used on the tests, so it is important for you to keep all of your math together in one place. DO NOT put any other subjects in this notebook.
2) Each lesson has either a power point or a video. It is important that you go through these and TAKE NOTES. Again, notes can be used on tests.
3) Please, please, please READ the instructions for each assignment. I will tell you important things, like if you need to graph on graph paper, or if you need to do your work on notebook paper to turn in.
4) For some lessons, you will need a calculator. Make sure to read the directions on each lesson. I will let you know when you need a calculator and provide one for you to use.
COURSE CONTENT
Algebra course competencies are presented for a one-year traditional course that meets the state Algebra standards. This course is designed to prepare students for success in advanced mathematics courses by providing a foundation in algebra and statistics. This course will build on the conceptual knowledge and skills students mastered in middle level mathematics in the areas of algebraic thinking, geometry, measurement, probability, data analysis, and proportional reasoning. The students who complete this course will be prepared for the state-mandated end-of-course assessment (Algebra 1 EOCEP) administered at the completion of Algebra 1. This test counts 20% of your overall grade.
The course consists of 11 units, as listed below.
Ø Unit One: Functions
Ø Unit Two: Solving Equations
Ø Unit Three: Inequalities
Ø Unit Four: Graphing
Ø Unit Five: Linear Functions
Ø Unit Six: Parallel and Perpendicular
Ø Unit Seven: Systems of Equations
Ø Unit Eight: Laws of Exponents
Ø Unit Nine: Polynomials
Ø Unit Ten: Factoring
Ø Unit Eleven: Quadratics
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Instructor: Ashley Toney
E-mail address: atoney@greenville.k12.sc.us
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Students are expected to uphold the integrity of the Greenville County School District’s standard of conduct, specifically in regards to academic honesty. All forms of academic honesty, including, but not limited to, cheating on assignments/tests, plagiarism and falsification of information, will call for disciplinary action. Disciplinary action imposed may include one or more of the following: written reprimand, loss of credit for assignment/test, termination from the course, and/or probation, suspension from the online learning environment/virtual school.
COMPLETION OF ASSIGNMENTS
Students will receive a floor grade of 50 on individual assignments and for final grades on progress reports and report cards. If a student fails an assignment, One (1) redo per assignment is issued and the grades of the first and second attempt will be averaged to compute the final score.
Because you can receive a redo on every assignment, I am going to require you to attempt it the first time on your own. If you do poorly the first time, call me over and I will help you on your second attempt.
The final grade average consists of major grades, and minor grades. The percentages for each category are as follows:
Major grades (Unit tests) = 60%
Minor grades (Lesson worksheets) = 40%
GRADE CALCULATION
Grades will be calculated in accordance with Greenville County School policy. The grading scale is as follows:
A: 90 – 100
B: 80 – 89
C: 70 – 79
D: 60 – 69
F: Below 60