Norcross High School
HIGH SCHOOL COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE TITLE .....AP Calculus BC/IB Math II HL TERM .........................Fall, 2015; Spring, 2016
TEACHER .............Mrs. Michelle Larate
ROOM #.......................B102
Email Address
Michelle_Larate@gwinnett.k12.ga.us
Teacher Support
(Help sessions etc.)
I am available for extra help each morning beginning at 6:45 am and afterschool on Thursdays. Peer
tutoring is available after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
COURSE DESCRIPTION (Published in the Choice Book)
This is a two – semester course option. Topics include limits, derivatives and integrals of algebraic and transcendental
functions, continuity, applications of derivatives to related rates, maxima and minima, curve sketching, integration
formulas, applications of the definite integral, methods of integration, graphing, and integrating in polar coordinates,
infinite sequences and series, power series, vectors, and differential equations. The objectives for this course follow the
College Board syllabus, preparing students for the optional Advanced Placement exam.
Prerequisite - Meets achievement criteria for Accel. Integrated Precalculus or IB Math I HL.
COURSE CURRICULUM CONTENT
The entire list of College Board Standards for this class are available in the “AP Calculus Course Description”
document on the College Board web site: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/teachers_corner/2178.html
COLLEGE BOARD GOALS
UNITS / TOPICS
• Students should be able to work with functions represented in a
I. Functions, Graphs, and Limits
variety of ways: graphical, numerical, analytical, or verbal. They
•
Analysis of Graphs
should understand the connections among these representations.
•
Limits of Functions (including one-sided limits)
• Students should understand the meaning of the derivative in terms of •
Asymptotic and Unbounded Behavior
a rate of change and local linear approximation, and should be able to
•
Continuity as a Property of Functions
use derivatives to solve a variety of problems.
•
Parametric, Polar, and Vector Functions
• Students should understand the meaning of the definite integral both
as a limit of Riemann sums and as the net accumulation of change,
II. Derivatives
and should be able to use integrals to solve a variety of problems.
•
Concept of the Derivative
• Students should understand the relationship between the derivative
Derivative at a Point
and the definite integral as expressed in both parts of the Fundamental •
•
Derivative as a Function
Theorem of Calculus.
•
Second Derivatives
• Students should be able to communicate mathematics and explain
•
Applications and Computation of Derivatives
solutions to problems both verbally and in written sentences.
• Students should be able to model a written description of a physical
III. Integrals
situation with a function, a differential equation, or an integral.
•
Interpretations and Properties of Definite Integrals
• Students should be able to use technology to help solve problems,
•
Applications of Integrals
experiment, interpret results, and support conclusions.
• Students should be able to determine the reasonableness of
•
FundamentalTheorem of Calculus
solutions, including sign, size, relative accuracy, and units of
•
Techniques and Applications of Antidifferentiation
measurement.
•
Numerical Approximations to Definite Integrals
• Students should develop an appreciation of calculus as a coherent
body of knowledge and as a human accomplishment.
IV. Polynomial Approximations and Series
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Concept of Series
Series of constants
Taylor Series
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
Published Materials
Calculus: Graphical, Numerical, Algebraic, Scott
Foresman/Addison Wesley
Cost: $97.47
Instructional Supplies
1)
2)
Paper, Pencils, and 3-Ring Binder (large)
Graphing Calculator (TI-83/84/89)
EVALUATION AND GRADING
Assignments
AP
Problems/Homework
Quizzes
Tests
Performance Final
Exam
Objective Final Exam
Grade Weights 1st Semester
Formative Assessments
35 %
 Homework 5%
 AP Problems 5%
 Quizzes 25%
Interim
2%
Summative Assessment
43 %
Final Exam
20%
 Performance Final 5%

Objective Final 15%
Grade Weights 2nd Semester
Formative Assessments
35 %
 Homework 5%
 AP Problems 5%
 Quizzes 25%
Interim
2%
Summative Assessment
43%
Final Exam
20%
 Performance Final 5%

Objective Final 15%
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B:
C:
D:
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Grading Scale
90 and above
80 – 89
74 – 79
70 – 73
69 or below
OTHER INFORMATION
Expectations for Academic Success
1) Get your classwork and homework done
2) Participate in class
3) Get to class on time
4) Ask questions
5) Be respectful to the teacher and fellow classmates
6) Do your own work-cheating earns a zero and a parent
contact
7) Challenge yourself to continuously improve
Additional Requirements/Resources
Peer Tutoring Available Tuesday & Thursday
Make sure to get help at the first sign of trouble-do not wait
until the day of the test/quiz!
Being organized is very important
Questions are free…Mistakes can be costly! ASK!!
Classroom Rules
Any violent or threatening behavior will result in immediate dismissal from class to see an administrator. Two warnings will be
given for all other rule violations, than a detention will be issued.
All Norcross High School Student Handbook policies and rules will be followed.
Attendance
1. Regular attendance is expected.
2. Make-up work must be completed within two days of an excused absence. It is the student’s responsibility to find out what
work needs to be made up from my web page and to get missed notes from a classmate.
3. Failure to complete missed work will result in a zero for the assignment.
4. All work missed during an unexcused absence will receive a grade of zero.
5. If you are absent the day of a quiz or test, you must take the quiz or test on the day you return.
Homework
1. Homework is to be expected every day, including weekends.
2. All homework must be done in pencil, dated, and properly labeled (pages/problem numbers) or it will not be accepted.
3. Homework will be reviewed in class the day it is due and checked for completion.
4. Homework may be turned in late three times during the semester for full credit. It will only be accepted one day late.
The syllabus may be updated as needed throughout the year.