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MONTGOMERY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Algebra 2 Mrs. Giles - Room 256 [email protected] 2011-2012

SYLLABUS:

Credit: 1 credit Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: successful completion of Algebra 1

Description:

This course is designed for college-intending students. In addition to expanding the mathematical concepts of Algebra 1, emphasis should be placed on preparation for study of higher mathematics/abstract thinking skills. Topics include solving systems of linear equations and inequalities, characteristics and applications of functions (includes linear, quadratic, polynomial, radical, rational, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions), sequences and series, and probability and statistics.

Course Standards:

Students will learn to:  study characteristics and parameters of functions.  use and solve systems of linear equations and inequalities.  investigate arithmetic and geometric sequences and series.  calculate experimental and theoretical probability.  explore statistical methods.

Text Used: Algebra 2 by Prentice Hall

Required Materials:

 graph paper  ruler  notebook/paper

Graphing calculators will be used frequently. However, the purchase of a graphing calculator is optional. The math department owns several TI-83 Plus graphing calculators that students may use during class time as conditions warrant their use. Please consult with the teacher before purchasing your own graphing calculator.

Graphing calculator (TI-83 plus):

A classroom set of graphing calculators will be used on and off during the semester. These calculators will be used during class time ONLY and will never be available outside of the school day. These calculators should not be compromised in any way from the original settings and if a calculator is compromised, please tell me as a soon as possible. The cost to replace a damaged calculator is $100!!!

Method of Grading: The final course grade will be determined by averaging the four 9-weeks grades. Each 9-weeks grade is determined by dividing the number of points earned by the number of points possible in the given 9 weeks grading period and converting to a percentage. Generally students can expect the following:

 homework assignments (5-10 points each; late homework WILL NOT be accepted; special circumstances require prior arrangements to be made with the teacher)  quizzes (20-60 points each)  unit/chapter tests and other common assessments (100 points each)  formative assessments (5-10 points)  ***END-OF-COURSE assessment 20% of your final grade***

Make-up Policy:

Students may only make up work for excused absences (see school policy in student handbook). In the event of an unexcused absence, students will receive a zero for any assignment, quiz, or test administered on that date.

Extra Credit:

Extra credit can be obtained before or after-school by attending study/tutoring sessions in the classroom. This time is to be used for receiving individual help from the teacher when the student is falling behind or experiencing difficulty with a particular topic. The time spent by the student will be recorded and the teacher will add 1/2% to the 9 weeks grade for every 45 minutes that the student accumulates, not to exceed 3%. Most students accumulate time by staying anywhere from 15 minutes to 60 minutes per tutoring session. The student must arrange a tutoring time with the teacher that is convenient for both teacher and student. Students do not accumulate extra credit time for time spent making up tests or quizzes. Time spent in ESS may also be used for extra credit. However, the student must provide written proof of all time spent in ESS.

Course Content/Calendar:

Review Unit: Algebra 1 Review (2 week) Chapter 4: Properties of Quadratic Functions (2 weeks) Chapter 5: Solving Quadratic Equations and Complex Number System (2 weeks) Chapter 6: Polynomial Functions (2 weeks) Chapter 7: Radical Functions and Rational Exponents (2 weeks) Chapter 8: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions (2 weeks) Chapter 9: Rational Functions (2 weeks) Chapter 11: Sequences and Series (2 weeks) Chapter 13: Periodic Functions and Trigonometry (2 weeks)

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