Thomas Alva Edison High School

Thomas Alva Edison High School 2016-2017 Advanced Algebra Teacher: Mr. jadwin Room 324 E-mail Address: [email protected]

Course Description Advanced Algebra is a yearlong course that focuses on recognizing, describing, and generalizing patterns to make predictions. You will be interpreting results, making conjectures, and using mathematical reasoning to solve problems using knowledge and understanding of the topics studied. We will use algebraic symbols and operations to represent and analyze mathematical structures. Through inquiry-based learning we will be investigating patterns of graphs, tables, equations, and contexts. You will be expected to use correct language in your communication of mathematics throughout this course. We will focus on justifying mathematical findings using effective reasoning both orally and in writing. Throughout the learning process you will have time to practice reflection in mathematics. You will have the opportunity to reflect upon the processes and evaluate the correctness as well as the significance of your mathematical findings. Reflection will also allow you to become aware of the strengths and challenges you face as a learner.

Course Topics The units established in the Focused Instruction Curriculum Guide are: • Unit 1: Sequences and Series • Unit 5: Polynomials • Unit 2: Families of Functions • Unit 6: Probability • Unit 3: Exponential, Power and Logarithmic Functions • Unit 7: Connecting it All • Unit 4: Linear Programming • Unit 8: Circle Trigonometry

TOMMIE CREED Team I will respect myself and others by being open-minded and a good communicator. Opportunity I will prepare for college and the career of my choice by being a thinker and becoming more knowledgeable. Make a Difference I will honor myself, my family and my school by being principled. Make it Right I will restore my relationships and advocate for myself. I will be caring and try to understand others by being an inquirer. Integrity I will make good decisions. I will stay balanced and be reflective about my choices. Excellence I will do my personal best and be a positive risk-taker.

MYP Fundamental Concepts Throughout the year, our curriculum will support the three underlying principles of the I.B. Middle Years Programme: inquiry, action, and reflection. We will ask questions about math and the world around us, apply math in our community, and think deeply about what and how we are learning.

MYP Global Contexts You will be learning Intermediate Algebra through six Global Contexts. The Global Contexts give meaning to what is learned through the exploration of real-world problems. Through inquiry and active learning, you will use higher-order thinking skills to deepen comprehension and reflection to better understand yourself as a learner.

Identities and relationships: Explore identity; beliefs and values; personal, and physical, mental, social and spiritual health. Also, look at human relationships, communities and cultures. Think about what it means to be human. Orientation in space and time: Explore turning points in humankind from discoveries and explorations to the relationships between individuals and civilizations. Do this through different perspectives, not just yours, but also others in Minneapolis, the U.S, and the world.

Personal and cultural expression: Explore the different ways that we discover and express ideas and feelings on everything from nature to culture. Think about all the different ways that we reflect on and enjoy our human creativity, and our appreciation of “beauty.”

Scientific and technical innovation: Explore the relationship between people and the natural world and the impact of scientific/technological advances on communities and environments. Also think about the impact of environments on human activity; how do we adapt?

Globalization and sustainability: Explore human-made systems and communities; and how our local experiences at home affect the whole world. Reflect on the positive and negative effects of world “interconnectedness.” Is it sustainable? Will it last?

Fairness and development: Explore rights and responsibilities, especially the relationship between different communities around the world. Do we share what we have with other people? With other living things? Can we all achieve equal opportunities and peace?

Personal and Fairness and Identities and Orientation in Scientific and Globalization and Cultural Development Relationships Space and Time Technical Innovation Sustainability Expression What is the What are the What is the How do we nature and consequences Who am I? meaning of understand the How is everything purpose of of our Who are we? “where” and world in which we connected? creative common “when”? live? expression? humanity?

Approaches to learning are a set of learning skills we will be developing in this class, as well as in all of your classes, including communication, social, self-management, research, and thinking skills. What you should bring to class Please come EVERY DAY to class prepared by bringing your math notebook and assignment, a pencil, and most importantly, A POSITIVE ATTITUDE. Other tools (including a calculator) will be provided for your use.

Grading Breakdown 85% Learning Targets Each of the eight units established in the Focused Instruction Curriculum Guide will be broken down into learning targets. You will have several opportunities to demonstrate your comprehension of each learning target throughout the unit. These opportunities will include tests, quizzes, projects, class work, and additional assessments. Learning targets will be graded using the rubric shown:

Score MCA Terms Description Got it and more! 7-8 EXCEEDS Defends understanding of learning target in writing or solves an unfamiliar problem. Got it! 5-6 MEETS Shows understanding of learning target. Kinda got it! 3-4 PARTIALLY MEETS Shows mostly correct process but incorrect solution. Don’t get it! 1-2 DOES NOT MEET Attempts the task but does not address the learning target. Didn’t do it! 0 No work shown/submitted. No attempt to meet the learning target.

15% Classwork/Assignments/Projects You will receive a weekly grade for classwork/assignments based on the previous rubric. Homework will be assigned Monday through Thursday. Assignments are designed to take 15-20 minutes. To be successful in this class, completing homework assignments is a necessity. Assignments are due at the START of the hour in order to receive credit.

Grading Scheme

Grade Percentag Grade Percentage e A 91-100% C+ 71-74% A- 87-90% C 67-70% B+ 83-86% C- 60-66% B 79-82% CR 45-59% B- 75-78% NC 0-44%