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AHS COMMON SYLLABUS: Statistical Analysis
Teacher: _Carrie Duncan_____ Phone: 410-266-5240
Ext: __________
E-mail: ___ceduncan@aacps.org___ Planning periods: A Day:___1A______ Time: ___7:17 to 8:55___
B Day: ___3B___ _ Time: __10:30 to 12:30__
Welcome to the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP)! This exciting program provides a framework of academic challenge
that is based on MYP’s three fundamental concepts of holistic learning, communication, and intercultural awareness.
Throughout your academic career, you will develop the traits of the IB learner profile: inquirer, knowledgeable, thinker,
communicator, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-taker, balanced, and reflective.
Course Overview
Aims:
The aims of any MYP subject state in a general way what the teacher may expect to teach or do, and what the
student may expect to experience or learn. In addition, they suggest how the student may be changed by the
learning experience
The aims of the teaching and study of MYP _Statistical Analysis_ are to encourage and enable students to:
IB MYP Course Aims
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Enjoy mathematics and to develop curiosity as
well as an appreciation of its elegance and
power
Develop an understanding of the principles
and nature of mathematics
Communicate clearly and confidently in a
variety of contexts
Develop logical, critical and creative thinking,
and patience and persistence in problem
solving
Employ and refine their powers of abstraction
and generalization
Apply and transfer skills to a wide range of
situations including real life, other areas of
knowledge and future developments
Appreciate how developments in technology
and mathematics have influenced each other
appreciate the moral, social and ethical
implications arising from the work of
mathematicians and the applications of
mathematics
Course Objectives
1) Knowledge and understanding: Recall,
select, and use their knowledge of
mathematical facts, concepts, and
techniques in a variety of familiar and
unfamiliar contexts.
2) Problem-solving: Recall, select, and use
their knowledge of mathematical skills,
results, and models in both real and
abstract contexts to solve problems.
3) Communication and interpretation:
Transform common realistic contexts into
mathematics; comment on the context;
sketch of draw mathematical diagrams,
graphs, or constructions both on paper
and using technology; record methods,
solutions, and conclusions using
standardized notation.
4) Technology: Use technology accurately,
appropriately, and efficiently both to
explore new ideas and to solve new
problems.
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appreciate the international dimension in
mathematics through an awareness of the
universality of mathematics and its
multicultural and historical perspectives
Appreciate the contribution of mathematics
to other disciplines, and as a particular “area
of knowledge”
AACPS Unit Title
5) Reasoning: Construct mathematical
arguments through use of precise
statements, logical deduction, and
inference, and by the manipulation of
mathematical expressions.
6) Investigative approaches: Investigate
unfamiliar situations involving organizing
and analyzing information or
measurements, drawing conclusions,
testing their validity, and considering their
scope and limitations.
MYP Unit Title
Unit Question
Global Context
Randomness, Probability, &
Simulations
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“How likely is this?”
Approaches to learning
Random Variables
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“What is Random?”
Approaches to learning
Probability Models: Binomial
and Geometric
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“What is the probability
of multiple multiple
events?”
Human Ingenuity
Inference
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“What conclusions can I
draw from my data?”
Human Ingenuity
Hypothesis Testing
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“How can I test a
hypothesis for data
collection?”
Human Ingenuity
Chi-Squared Testing
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Confidence Intervals
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“What does it mean to be Human Ingenuity
independent?”
“How confident is my
answer?”
Human Ingenuity
Intercultural Understanding
Intercultural awareness is developing students’ attitudes, knowledge and skills as they learn about their own and others’
social, national, and ethnic cultures. In mathematics courses, students will understand that math is a universal
language. Students will explore how mathematical concepts are seen throughout the world.
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Required materials
Students are expected to bring the following materials to every class every day:
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3” Binder (with dividers) or use a Hanging Folder
Lined Paper
Pencil and/or Pen
Agenda (given out on Day 1, kept in binder)
Textbooks and Resources
Students will be using the textbook “Workshop Statistics: Discovery with Data and the Graphing Calculator”
Assessments (addressing formative & summative)
Students will be informally assessed throughout each unit, and formally assessed at the end of each unit. In Statistical
Analysis, students are assessed using the following criteria:
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Demonstrate their knowledge and understanding
Investigating patterns
Communicate mathematically
Reflect on the process or the answer to a mathematical question
Grading/Assessment:
A (89.5-100%) - Outstanding level of achievement
B (80-89%) - High level of achievement
C (70-79%) - Satisfactory level of achievement
D (60-69%) - Low level of achievement
E (59% -50)- Failure
0 – If student does not attempt the work
Grades will be assessed in the following weighted categories:
65% - Assessments (This includes Unit tests and other graded in-class assignments)
20% - Groupwork/Projects
15% - Homework/Classwork
Minimum: A minimum grade of 50% will be given for all assignments or assessments for which the student made a
good faith effort, as determined by the teacher. If a student does no work on an assignment or assessment, the
teacher shall assign a grade of zero.
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Approximate expectations for assignments and assessments:
Homework- daily
Classwork- every other day
Major Projects- once per unit (every two weeks)
Major Unit Tests- once per unit (every two-three weeks)
Parent Notification:
Parents will be notified at least three weeks prior to the end of a marking period if a student is currently earning a
failing grade. At any time, parents may check parentconnect.aacps.org to see their student’s grade. Please contact
the guidance office if you do not already have a login.
Late Work/Redo’s:
Late Work: Please endeavor to turn all work in when due. If you have a reason that the work must be late please
meet with me.
Redo’s:
Students shall have ONE additional chance to improve their score on a major test or assessment (as designated by
the teacher). In order for this to happen the student MUST have submitted the original assignment ON TIME and set
up a time with the teacher for re-teaching within 5 days of getting the graded assignment back. After the re-teaching,
the student will have 10 days to resubmit the assignment. The higher grade will be the grade of record.
Work that will be reassessed includes: Assessments
Work that will not be reassessed includes: Groupwork/Projects and Homework/Classwork.
All student re-teaching will take place after school Tuesdays please endeavor to schedule this meeting in advance so
that we both are prepared.
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Attendance/Tardiness:
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IF YOU ARE ABSENT, PLEASE CONTACT Ms. Duncan at ceduncan@aacps.org to receive your make up work.
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All effort will be made to facilitate students when absent. Please make prior arrangements, if possible, to
collect work from the instructor for days that are to be missed.
It is the Annapolis High School expectation that all students will be on time. The policies for the tardy table
will be followed.
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Academic Integrity:
In order to promote the pursuit of academic excellence and learning, Anne Arundel County Public Schools expects its
students to conform to specific standards of academic integrity. Academic integrity is an integral part of promoting
self-respect, trust, student achievement, and positive relationships among all stakeholders in our school community.
Academic integrity means exhibiting honesty in all academic exercises and assignments. Academic dishonesty refers
to any form of misconduct that occurs in relation to all formal academic exercises.
Cell Phone Expectations:
Teachers need to outline the green/red expectations in their class using positive language
Behavioral Expectations:
Annapolis High School students, staff, and visitors will make a pledge and commitment to their school and its
mission. In doing so, students show respect for themselves, learning, others, and property.
Self
Learning
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Others
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Be prepared
Use appropriate school language
Have respect for yourself
Try your best!
Have a “Can Do” Attitude!
Listen when others are talking
Participate in class activities
Use language appropriate for school
Avoid conflict in class
Offer and accept constructive criticism
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Come to class daily and on time
Bring all required materials
Participate in class
Study for tests and quizzes by doing practice
problems
Ask for help when needed
Follow instructions and stay on task
Complete all assignments on time
Property
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Keep an organized notebook complete with
quality notes
Keep your space clean
Stay in your seat and keep the desk clean
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Please sign below to indicate that you have read and understood the course syllabus for STATISTICAL
ANALYSIS.
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