Department of Mathematics St. Edmund Campion Secondary School Course Code: MFM1P1 Course Name: Mathematics Level: Grade 9, Applied This course enables students to develop understanding of mathematical concepts related to introductory algebra, proportional reasoning, and measurement and geometry through investigation, the effective use of technology, and hands-on activities. Students will investigate real-life examples to develop various representations of linear relationships, and will determine the connections between the representations. They will also explore certain relationships that emerge from the measurement of three-dimensional objects and two-dimensional shapes. Students will consolidate their mathematical skills as they solve problems and communicate their thinking. Learning through hands-on activities and the use of concrete examples is an important aspect of this course. Overall Course Expectations: Number Sense and Algebra Solve problems involving proportional reasoning; Simplify numerical and polynomial expressions in one variable, and solve simple first-degree equations. Linear Relations Apply data-management techniques to investigate relationships between two variables; Determine the characteristics of linear relations; Demonstrate an understanding of constant rate of change and its connection to linear relations; Connect various representations of a linear relation, and solve problems using the representations. Measurement and Geometry Determine, through investigation, the optimal values of various measurements of rectangles; Solve problems involving the measurements of two-dimensional shapes and the volumes of 3-dimensional figures; Determine, through investigation facilitated by dynamic geometry software, geometric properties and relationships involving two-dimensional shapes, and apply the results to solving problems. Efforts will be made to meet the individual learning needs of students to promote student success with respect to meeting these expectations. My signature below indicates that I have read the Course Handout, and I am in agreement with its contents. Parent’s/Guardian’s Signature: _________________________ Date: _______________ Course Outline: Resources: Unit 1: Measurement: 2D and 3D Unit 2: Plane Geometry Unit 3: Linear Relations Unit 4: Proportional Reasoning Unit 5: Linear Relations Unit 6: The Uses of Linear Relations Unit 7: Application of Linear Relations Unit 8: Measurement: Optimization EQAO Preparation and Assessment The course will use a variety of resources that will include computer & graphing calculator technology, and printed resources. The primary resource for this course will be the TIPS4RM program. This resource involves the use of workbooks which will be distributed at the beginning of each unit. The textbook Pearson Math 9 will also be used occasionally throughout the course. It will be distributed to students when necessary. The text and all other resources assigned to each student are the responsibility of the student. Any damage incurred will result in payment for replacement. 9 days 11 days 10 days 10 days 11 days 11 days 10 days 8 days 3 days Summative Tasks will be administered towards the end of the course, will be weighted at 30% of the final mark, and will be comprised of 5% Culminating Task, 10% EQAO assessment and 15% final examination. Replacement cost for the text is $75.00. All timelines as stated are approximate. Evaluation Policies 1. Student marks will be determined by evaluating process & product according to 4 categories (see below) & 4 levels of the Achievement Chart as found in the Ministry Policy document for Mathematics. Evaluation Structure:: Knowledge/Understanding Application Communication Thinking/Inquiry 30% 30% 20% 20% Term work = 70% of the final mark. Summative work = 30% of the final mark. 2. Feedback will also be provided for student learning skills. Working independently, teamwork, organization, work habits/homework, and initiative are assessed apart from student achievement in the four categories outlined above and will conform to the coding: E – Excellent G – Good S – Satisfactory N - Needs Improvement 3. Assignments submitted after the due date established by the teacher will receive a penalty in accord with our school evaluation policy as outlined in the agenda. No assignment will be accepted once a teacher has returned marked assignments. Chronic lateness indicates poor organization skills and will result in parental contact and be reported in the learning skills section of the report card. 4. Should a student miss an evaluation due to a legitimate absence, a note shall be provided to the teacher the day of the student’s return to class stating the reason for absence and the parent/guardian’s awareness that the student has missed an evaluation. Makeup will be at the teacher’s discretion. Should such documentation not be provided, a mark of zero will be assigned. May God bless your efforts this semester!