BRUTON HIGH SCHOOL

Syllabus 2007-2008

 

Instructor:   Mr. Lewis                                     Telephone #: 220-4050

Room : 320                                                 E-Mail: slewis@ycsd.york.va.us

                                                                            

Fees: None                                                                           

 

  1. Course Title: Algebra 1- Part 2 
  1. Text(s): Algebra 1, Glencoe: Integration, Applications, Connections  
  1. Course Description:  This course is a study of applied basic algebraic concepts needed to solve algebraic equations. It is intended to provide algebra reinforcement at a modified pace.  

 

  1. Course Outline:

I.                     First Quarter

­Unit I: Properties of Real Numbers/Order of Operations/Statistics

 

• Opposites and Absolute Values

• Four Basic Number Operations

• Real Number Systems

• Measures of Central Tendency and Range

• Powers

• Factoring

• Combining Like Terms

 

Unit II: Linear Equations

 

• Addition and Subtraction

• Multiplication and Division

• Two or More Operations

• Line Terms in Equations

• Variables on Both Sides

• Problem Solving/Applications

1. Using Real Numbers

2. Conditions

3. Geometry

4. Percent

5. Distance

 

 

 

Unit III: Solving Inequalities

 

• Graphs of Inequalities

• Properties of Order

• Solving Inequalities Using Four Operations

• Solving Inequalities with More Than One Step    

• Problem Solving and Application Using Inequalities

• Box-and-Whisker Graph

 

Unit IV: Exponents

 

• Products of Powers

• Quotients of Powers and Zero Exponents

• Negative Exponents

• Powers of Products and Quotients

• Powers of Powers

• Scientific Notation

 

Division Math Assessment for quarter 1: 10/31-11/9 time frame.

DMA will count as a quiz grade.                                  

 

II.                  Second Quarter

 

Unit V: Radicals

 

• Numbers in Radical Form

• Simplifying Radical Expressions

• Approximations of Radicals

• Problem Solving/Applications/Rule of Pythagorean

• Products of Radicals

• Sums and Differences of Radicals

• Quotients of Radicals

 

Unit VI: Polynomials

 

• Monomials

• Operations with Monomials

• Operations with Polynomials

• Quadratic Equations

 

Unit VII: Factoring

 

• Common Monomial Factors

• Difference of Two Squares

• Combined Types of Factoring

• Factoring Trinomials

• Trinomial Squares

 

 

*Semester Grade: 1st quarter (40%) 2nd quarter (40%) exam (20%)*

 

 

 

5. Course Requirements: Pencil, Textbook (supplied), notebook (three-ring binder with loose-leaf paper), notebook dividers, pencils, a simple four function calculator at the least..

Calculators: The calculator is an integral part of modern technology. Its proper use is essential. The recommended calculator for this course and those that follow is the Texas Instruments TI-83 or TI-84. 

 

6. Attendance Policy: To comply with Virginia Law, students are expected to attend school every day and to be on time unless there is illness or death in the immediate family.

 

 

7. Evaluation: Test/Quiz Average (40%)  

Worksheet Assignments (35%)

Daily/Class Participation (25%)

 

8. Class Procedures:.

             Hall Passes:  Students will only be allowed to leave the room with a hall pass 5                                   

times during each quarter, so plan appropriately and use your 5 minutes between classes wisely.

Bathroom: The student must have an agenda. Hall passes will not be issued during the first 10 minutes of class or during lesson time.

Water: Use fountain outside room.  Not allowed during the first 10 minutes of class or during lesson time.

Lockers: Student must have agenda. Hall passes will not be issued during the first 10 minutes of class or during lesson time.

Homework/Classwork: assigned & checked daily, occasionally collected for accuracy check, seat checked or collected for completeness.

Preparedness:  must have all needed materials

Paper headings: every paper must have name, date, title, and assignment number if applicable. 

Make-up work: compensatory time will be given for make up work due to illness and/or emergency.          

 

A major component of the course is the regular use of group work, both in and out of the classroom. Lectures focus on  understanding the main concepts and applications of Algebra and de-emphasizing rote memorization and drill.

  

9.. Class Expectations:

1)       Attend class regularly and be on time.

2)      Respect yourself, others, and all property.

3)      Bring all needed materials and assignments to class.

4)      Listen when others are speaking and participate fully in all activities.

5)      Obey all other school rules.

 

10.) Tutoring: Available with one day’s advanced notice.  A day’s notice is necessary to insure that I am available and to make sure you have arranged for a ride home. Rides should be here no later than 3:00pm

 

 

 

 

11.) A new syllabus will be distributed for the second semester. Please be aware that each subsequent topic and material requires a good understanding of the previous material taught. Each student must keep up to insure success.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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