Ms. Penner
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Ms. Penner |
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[Algebra I] [Applied
Math I and II] [College
Algebra / H.S. Trig.] [Traditional Geometry]
Grade levels 9, 10, 11, 12. Full year course. Required for graduation. Prerequisites: Pre-Algebra/Applied Math/Recommended by 8th Grade Instructor. Algebra I is a study of the real number system. The purpose of the course is to develop the understanding of mathematical principles to help in problem solving. Topics that will be covered include signed number, evaluation of algebraic expressions, solving equations, factoring, graphing, word problems which include (ratio, percent, coin, distance) two equations, two unknowns, work with irrational numbers, and introduction to geometry by concentrating on the concepts of area and volume, and Pythagorean theorem. The study of probability is also begun with problems that teach average, basic probability and the probability of a series of independent events.
Grade levels 10, 11, 12. Full year course. No prerequisites. This course is designed to develop math skills that will be used in many vocational areas. The use of word problems is extensive and covers the topics of problem solving, simple geometry, ratios, measurements, and basic algebraic equations. These topics are utilized to solve problems in the fields of technology, agriculture, home economics, medicine, and general contracting. The use of a calculator is required and will be taught in the first few lessons. The students must supply their own calculator.
College Algebra/ H.S. Trig. or equivalent
Grade level 12. Semester each. College Algebra may be taken for college credit. Prerequisites: Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry and 2.75 GPA and passing scores on the CCCC test or ACT score of 21+ in Math. The first half of the course is College Algebra involving equation solving with polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions. Inequalities, elementary analytic geometry, and solutions of systems of equations are also considered. Students may elect to receive college credit. (The second half of the course is devoted to studying circle and triangle trigonometry. There is also a section on the trigonometric addition formulas and applications to sequences, series, and probability.)
Traditional GeometryGrade level: 10, 11, 12. Full year course. Prerequisite: Algebra I. In this course, students will study properties of plane and solid figures. Emphasis will be upon obtaining information about geometric figures, developing logical thinking by means of proof, thinking in three-dimensional terms and developing an appreciation of the applications of geometry in the modern world. Assessment review topics will be stressed.