<p> Peace River High School 2013-2014 Grade 9 Mathematics</p><p>Teacher: Mrs. R. Castelino [email protected] </p><p>Timeframe: 84 minute classes Math 9A: Day 1, Block C</p><p>Math 9B: Day 2, Block A</p><p>Math 9C: Day 2, Block C</p><p>Goals for Students</p><p>The aim of mathematics education is to prepare students to:</p><p> Use mathematics confidently to solve problems</p><p> Communicate and reason mathematically</p><p> Appreciate and value mathematics</p><p> Make connections between mathematics and its applications</p><p> Commit themselves to lifelong learning</p><p> Become mathematically literate adults, using mathematics to contribute to society.</p><p>Learning Outcomes</p><p>As per the Alberta Grade 9 Mathematics Program of Studies, the following learning outcomes will be covered in this course:</p><p>Number (29%)</p><p>• demonstrate an understanding of powers, operations on powers, and rational numbers</p><p>• determine the square root of a number Patterns and Relations (39%)</p><p>• use patterns to describe the world and to solve problems • represent algebraic expressions in multiple ways Shape and Space (24%)</p><p>• use direct and indirect measurement to solve problems • describe the characteristics of 3-D objects and 2-D shapes, and analyze the relationships among them • describe and analyze position and motion of objects and shape Statistics and Probability (8%)</p><p>• collect, display and analyze data to solve problems • use experimental or theoretical probabilities to represent and solve problems involving uncertainty *****</p><p>Materials Required : Scientific Calculator, pencil, eraser, ruler, graph paper, notebook or binder with lined paper, 2 Duo tangs.</p><p>Resources : Math Makes Sense 9 by Pearson (2009) and other materials supplied by the teacher as required.</p><p>Student Expectations :</p><p> You will be expected to follow the guidelines set out in the student handbook. </p><p> Attendance is one of the most important factors for academic success. It is expected that you come to class every day on time with the materials you require for class. All notes, hand outs and assignments missed due to absence are your responsibility. Please make arrangements with your teacher or with a classmate to obtain missed materials.</p><p> If you miss a test due to an excused absence, you may write the test in class on your first day back. A note from your parents and/or guardians excusing the absence will be required. </p><p> All homework and assignments are to be handed in at the beginning of class on the due date. If you are away on the due date, with an excused absence, you may hand the work in on your first day back.</p><p> Listen attentively to instruction and be sure to ask questions to clarify concepts. Chances are you are not the only one who doesn’t understand. Listen when others ask questions; listen to both the question and the answer. It may be that the student asking the question thought of something that you didn’t think of. </p><p> Mature and considerate behavior is expected in class. Respect for one another, for your teacher, and for the classroom is essential.</p><p> Music & iPods: Okay sometimes….</p><p> During independent seat work, you are welcome to listen to music. </p><p> You may NOT listen to music during instructional time or during any quiz, test, or exam. </p><p> This is a privilege and can be easily removed.  A daily demonstration of a willingness to participate in class activities and exercises, attending regularly, and showing a consistent, conscientious effort towards the course material will increase your chance of success in this course! You are here to do the best you can!</p><p> Practice, Practice, Practice! Practice as much as possible. The only way to really learn how to do problems is to work lots of them. </p><p>“Whether you think you can or think you cannot, you are right!”</p><p>Tentative Timeline:</p><p>Chapter(s) Unit Dates</p><p>1.Squareroots and surface area Sep 4th –Sep 25th Numbers 2.Powers and Exponent laws Sep 26th - Oct 22nd 3.Rational Numbers Oct 23rd – Nov 22nd 4.Linear Relations Nov 25th – Dec 20th Christmas Break: Dec 21st-Jan 5 Patterns and Relations 5. Polynomials Jan 6th – Feb 6th 6. Linear equations & Feb 7th – March 19th Inequalities Shape and Space March 20th – April 17th 7.Similarity & Transformations Easter Break: April 18th – 27th </p><p>8.Circle Geometry April 28th –May 15th </p><p>Statistics and Probability 9.Probability and Statistics May 20th – June 9th Final exam review and final Review: June 10th – June 18th exam June 24th, 2014 - PAT Evaluation:</p><p>Evaluation per unit Final Course Evaluation Assignments/ Projects/ Quizzes 75% Number 22% Chapter Tests 25% Patterns & Relations 29% Shape and Space 18% Statistics 6% Midterm 5% Final Exam 20%</p><p>Teaching Methodology</p><p>Students will begin class each day with “bell work” that could include review of prior lessons or knowledge, a Math puzzle or trivia question. The purpose of bell work is to help keep the student academically engaged from bell to bell. </p><p>Students will be taught through a variety of different instructional methods including: direct teaching, cooperative learning, independent learning, as well as small and large group discovery-based activities.</p><p>Technological means including the use of a Smart board, online tools, and interactive response systems may be used when and where appropriate.</p><p>Students will have opportunity in class to engage in practice exercises of the material taught each day. Should the textbook practice assignments not be completed in class, the expectation is that they are completed for homework.</p><p>Quizzes and Assignments: Each chapter consists of various learning outcomes. Achievement indicators will be used to determine whether students have met the corresponding specific outcomes. Quizzes are always completed in class. Assignments will be given in class and may be completed for homework.</p><p>Chapter Tests: These will occur at the completion of each chapter. Extra Help: Be sure to ask questions to clarify concepts. Please do not hesitate to make an appointment with your teacher to obtain any extra help you may need throughout the course. </p><p>Other Important Dates</p><p>Parent, Student, Teacher Conference: October 16th-2013, November 27th -2013, March 19th -2014, May 7th - 2014</p><p>Report Card 1: November 19th, 2013</p><p>Report Card 2: January 30th, 2014</p><p>Report Card 3: April 17th, 2014</p><p>Report Card 4: June 27th, 2014</p><p> The final exam is Provincial Achievement Test (PAT) which will be on Tuesday, June 24th (9:00 – 10:30 a.m.)</p><p> The midterm will take place during the last week of January. Exact date to be announced.</p><p>Home Logic</p><p>Students and parents can view attendance and marks at any time by logging into Home Logic, as found on the Peace River High School website. Attendance is taken daily, and marks will be entered as tasks are completed and evaluated. </p><p>References http://education.alberta.ca/admin/testing/achievement.aspx https://questaplus.alberta.ca/ Parents/Guardians:</p><p>Please take the time to review your child’s course outline. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at [email protected] Thank you. </p><p>If you wish to provide me with your email address, I can contact you if I have any questions/concerns about your child.</p><p>Student’s Name: ______</p><p>Parent/Guardian Signature: ______Date:______</p><p>Parent/Guardian Email: ______Where do we go from here?</p><p>The new 10-12 curriculum is laid out in the following sequence:</p><p>“-1” Course Sequence This course sequence is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical thinking skills identified for entry into postsecondary programs that require the study of calculus. Topics include algebra and number; measurement; relations and functions; trigonometry; and permutations, combinations and binomial theorem.</p><p>“-2” Course Sequence This course sequence is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of calculus. Topics include geometry, measurement, number and logic, logical reasoning, relations and functions, statistics, and probability.</p><p>“-3” Course Sequence This course sequence is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the work force. Topics include algebra, geometry, measurement, number, statistics and probability.</p>