Course Objectives & Goals

 Algebra 2 Pre-AP:

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

1.         Demonstrate and apply knowledge of properties of functions, including domain and range, operations, compositions, and inverses.

2.          Recognize and apply polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions and solve related equations.

3.         Apply graphing techniques.

4.         Evaluate all roots of higher degree polynomial and rational functions.

5.         Recognize, solve and apply systems of linear equations using matrices.

All Subjects: 

Program Learning Outcomes

·       The student will be able to apply quantitative skills to synthesize, analyze, and evaluate mathematical equations.

·       The student will be able to read and construct mathematical arguments and proofs.

·       The student will be able to identify, formulate and analyze real-world problems with quantitative and statistical reasoning or mathematical techniques.

·       The student will be able to utilize technology and computer skills appropriately as an effective tool in investigating, analyzing and solving problems.

·       The student will be able to clearly communicate mathematical ideas in appropriate contexts visually, orally and in writing to a range of audiences. 

Required Core Objectives

1.  CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS: to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information.

2.  COMMUNICATION SKILLS:  to include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and visual communication.

3.  EMPIRICAL AND QUANTITATIVE SKILLS:  to include the manipulation and analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions.

4.  COLLABORATION/TEAMWORK:  to include the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal.

5.SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:  to include intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities.

6.PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY:  to include the ability to connect choices, actions, and consequences to ethical decision-making.