Newmarket High School
Mathematics Department Course Information for Students
Principles of Mathematics, Grade 9
Course Code: MPM1D
Credit Value:
1.0
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of Gr. 8 and a recommendation to the academic
stream of Mathematics
Teacher:
Office location:
Email:
Course Website:
Mr. te Bokkel
Math Office, Room 306
marcel.tebokkel@yrdsb.ca
http://mtebokkel.abel.yorku.ca/
Textbook:
Principles of Mathematics 9, Dearling, et al., McGraw-Hill Ryerson, 2006
Rationale:
This course broadens students’ understanding of relations, extends their skills in
multi-step problem solving, and continues to develop their abilities in abstract
reasoning. Students will study concepts related to algebra, analytical geometry, and
linear systems. In addition, students will investigate the applications to verify
properties of geometric figures, as well as measurement and geometry.
Equipment:
Be prepared with pencil and pen, 3-ringed binder with dividers, paper (lined and
graph), textbook, ruler, a scientific calculator and your enthusiasm.
Communication:
On-line marks available at TeachAssist: https://ta.yrdsb.ca
Extra Help:
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Evaluation:
Extra help is available from Mr. te Bokkel on Tuesday/Thursday mornings at
7:30 am and on Wednesday afterschool. This is your first avenue to seek
help should problems arise, and an opportunity to clarify and understand the
topics we are covering. Please make arrangements ahead of time.
A Math Extra Help Room will be available as a quiet place to complete
homework and to get assistance. The Help Room is available after school
on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in room 304 from 2:50 pm until 3:30
pm.
Peer tutors are also available. This can be arranged through Guidance
Evaluation is based on the four Ministry of Education achievement categories of
Knowledge and Understanding, Thinking, Communication, and Application. A single
evaluation may include one or more of the above categories. Evaluation in this
course will be continuous throughout the year and will include a variety of
assessment methods (e.g. assignments, projects, quizzes, practical exercises,
presentations, tests, and a final exam). The distribution of marks into a grade is listed
below and will reflect the student’s most consistent level of achievement where
appropriate. Comments on the development of learning skills and contributions to
the course will also be provided on reports.
Term work will be worth 70% of the overall grade for the course;
EQAO/Examination altogether will be worth 30% of the overall grade.
Mark
Breakdown
Final
Evaluation:
Knowledge and Understanding
Thinking
Communication
Application
35%
20%
15%
30%
This will include a portion of the Grade 9 EQAO assessment, a final summative
activity and a final exam.
Topics:
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Unit Title
Number Sense
1
Algebra &
Polynomials
2
Equations
3
Scatterplots
4
Linear Relations
5
Equation of a
Line
6
Measurement &
Geometry
7
Optimization
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Content
Operations with Integers and Fractions
Order of Operations
Percents, Ratios, Rates
Powers
Exponent Laws
Polynomials
Adding and Subtracting, Multiplying , Dividing
Monomials and Polynomials
Distributive Property
Solving Multi-step Equations
Translating English to Math
Modeling with Algebra
Proportional Reasoning, Percent
Word Problems (Consecutive numbers, cost, age)
Scatter Plots and Correlations
Distance-Time Graphs
Cartesian Plane
Introduction to slope
Slope as a rate of change, slope formulas
First Differences
Direct and Partial Variation
Graphing Linear Equations
o Table of Values
o Slope and y-intercept form
o Standard Form
o Using Intercepts
Writing Equations of Lines
Writing Equations of Parallel and Perpendicular
Solving Problems Using Linear Systems
Angles in Triangles and Parallel Lines
Angles in Polygons
Pythagorean Theorem
Perimeter and Area
Volume and S.A.
Optimizing perimeter and area of polygon
Optimizing volumes and surface areas of prisms and
cylinders
Note Taking:
Students will be responsible for maintaining a complete notebook. This should
include: class notes, homework, and all assessments and evaluations.
Homework and
Class work
The teacher will provide students with daybook page for each unit, which will describe
the topics/activities covered in class each day and a list of homework, assignments
and important dates.
Homework and class work will be assessed regularly. Answers to all textbook
questions should be checked with the answers in the back of the text to help identify
where help may be required. When class work and homework are taken up in class
you must check your answers and make the appropriate corrections. Your solutions
must include all steps, NOT just the answers.
Expectations:
Mathematics is a skill subject that demands regular practice. Your understanding of
the new material depends on your skill with previous concepts. To maximize your
performance, it is important that you:
 Get all notes and homework questions with corrected solutions into your
notebook; if you have been absent borrow class notes from a classmate;
your notebook, including corrected tests and quizzes is your best study
guide.
 Inform the teacher ahead of time if you know you will be absent for any
classes (due to sports events, field trips, family/personal reasons, etc.)
 Any student missing a test must contact the teacher as soon as they are
aware of the absence.
Classroom
Guidelines:
There are a number of positive ways in which to contribute to the learning
environment of the classroom:
 Provide answers orally and/or put solutions on the board
 Ask questions. Don’t be afraid to take a risk
 Help others and work together
 Keep your mind open – each semester is a fresh start and a new opportunity
Steps for
Success:
To continue in the academic stream students should achieve a Level 3. Level 3
(which corresponds to 70-80%) is the provincial standard. Students achieving a Level
3 at the end of the course can be confident that they will be prepared for work in the
next grade.
REMEMBER:
It is your responsibility to keep up to date. If you are absent for school activities,
see your teacher in advance and get the homework you will miss. If you are
absent due to illness or other unforeseen reasons, contact your teacher as soon
as possible.
Make the decision now to do your best!
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