Lester B. Pearson C.I. – Mathematics Department
Grade 9 Principles of Mathematics (MPM 1D) 1 Credit
Policy Documents: The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 9 and 10; Revised 2005
Resources:
TIPS4RM – MPM1D1
Textbook: Principles of Math, McGraw-Hill
Course Description:
This course enables students to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts related to algebra,
analytic geometry, and measurement and geometry through investigation, the effective use of technology,
and abstract reasoning. Students will investigate relationships, which they will then generalize as equations
of lines, and will determine the connections between different representations of a linear relation. They
will also explore relationships that emerge from the measurement of three-dimensional figures and twodimensional shapes. Students will reason mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve
multi-step problems.
Unit Descriptions
Unit
Title
0
Introductory Unit
1
Polynomials
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Equations
Modelling with Graphs
Analyse Linear Relations
Relations
Geometric Relationships
Measurement Relationships
Optimizing Measurements
Overall Expectations:
By the end of the course students will:
 Review concepts from Grade 7 and 8
 Diagnostic Testing
 demonstrate an understanding of the
exponent rules of multiplication and
division, and apply them to simplify
expressions;
 manipulate numerical and polynomial
expressions, and solve first-degree
equations.
 apply data-management techniques to
investigate relationships between two
variables;
 demonstrate an understanding of the
characteristics of a linear relation;
 connect various representations of a
linear relation.
 determine, through investigation, the
properties of the slope and y-intercept of
a linear relation;
 solve problems involving linear relations
 determine the relationship between the
form of an equation and the shape of its
graph with respect to linearity and nonlinearity;
 verify, through investigation facilitated
by dynamic geometry software,
geometric properties and relationships
involving two-dimensional shapes, and
apply the results to solving problems.
 solve problems involving the
measurements of two-dimensional
shapes and the surface areas and volumes
of three-dimensional figures;
 determine, through investigation, the
optimal values of various measurements;
Time
(Hrs)
10
10
10
10
13
9
9
9
8
Attitudes: This course is designed to assist each student to develop:
 Positive attitude toward mathematics and a feeling of self worth.
 An appreciation for the place of mathematics and its widespread application in society and its
importance in technological development.
Class Work Requirements
Regular attendance and punctuality at all classes are essential. Success in this course will largely depend
on diligent completion of all assigned work and daily attendance. Students must always come prepared to
class with his/her notebook, textbook and other required items. Daily homework must be completed before
the next class. If you were unable to complete it, please speak to the teacher before the class starts. If
some work is not understood, see the teacher as soon as possible to make arrangements for extra help.
Teaching/Assessment and Evaluation Strategies:
MPM1D EVALUATION POLICY:
The Final Course Mark will be determined from the following weightings:
Term Work 70%
( TESTS = 45%:
QUIZZES = 15% :
ASSIGNMENTS =10% )
Term Marks will be determined using the following weights:
Knowledge and Content
Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
35% :
15% :
Application of Content
Communication
30%
20%
Final Exam 20% + EQAO 10%
All students in the course will write a common final exam at the end of the semester and EQAO.
Term Work + (Final Exam and EQAO) = 100%
Missed Evaluation Policy
Take-home assignments or projects
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Your teacher will assign a deadline for the submission of take home assignments.
It is expected that you will submit your work on time and timely submission of assignments will
be reflected in the learning skills section of your report card.
Your teacher will also give you an ultimate deadline for your assignment. No late marks will be
taken off of assignments that are submitted by the ultimate deadline.
Assignments submitted after the ultimate deadline will be subject to a maximum 10% late
deduction of marks.
In-class assessments (tests, quizzes etc)
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If you are going to be absent for any in class assessment you must notify your teacher as soon as
possible before the assessment. You and your teacher will make alternate arrangements to write
the assessment at a different.
If you miss an in class assessment for an unforeseen reason (i.e. illness) Your teacher will require
you to write it upon your return.
If your teacher decides that it is not appropriate for you to write the assessment on your return then
you and your teacher will set time to write an alternate assessment. This may be outside of class
time.
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Student’s Signature
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Teacher’s Signature
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Parent’s/Guardian’s
Signature