Waterloo Collegiate Institute
MPM 1DW: Grade 9 Pre-AP Mathematics
Curriculum Guideline:
Textbooks:
The Ontario Curriculum Grade 9: Mathematics 2005
Mathematics 9: Nelson Education
Teacher:
Miss C. Funk
carley_funk@wrdsb.on.ca
Rooms in which I can be found: 402 (math office), 404, 416
http://teachers.wrdsb.ca/cfunk
Web-site:
Course Description:
This course enables students to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts related to
algebra, analytic geometry, and measurement 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 two-dimensional shapes. Students will reason
mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems.
Overall Expectations:
By the end of this course, students will:
1. demonstrate an understanding of the exponent rules of multiplication and division, and
apply them to simplify expressions
2. manipulate numerical and polynomial expressions, and solve first-degree equations
3. apply data-management techniques to investigate relationships between two variables
4. demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics of a linear relation
5. connect various representations of a linear relation
6. determine the relationship between the form of an equation and the shape of its graph with
respect to linearity and non-linearity
7. determine, through investigation, the properties of the slope and y-intercept of a linear
relation
8. solve problems involving linear relations
9. determine, through investigation, the optimal values of various measurements
10. solve problems involving the measurements of two-dimensional shapes and the surface areas
and volumes of three-dimensional figures
11. verify, through investigation facilitated by dynamic geometry software, geometric properties
and relationships involving two-dimensional shapes, and apply the results to solving
problems
Evaluation:
70% - Tests, Quizzes and Assignments
10% - EQAO (Booklet 1 – 5%, Booklet 2 – 5%)
20% - Final Exam
Topics:
Unit
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Bonus
Topic
Rational Numbers and Exponents
Algebra
Equations
Graphing Relations
The Equation of a Straight Line
Geometry
Measurement
Trigonometry
Approximate Periods
13
10
13
12
12
11
14
11
Late Work Policy:
At WCI the expectation is that students will submit all required work by the assigned due date as
evidence of their learning. Students who fail to meet a due date for an essential course component
will be subject to the completion policy found the student planner. Failure to submit this work,
despite these interventions, will be recorded as incomplete and may result in a loss of credit.
Cheating/Plagiarism Policy:
At WCI the expectation is that students will submit their own original work for the purpose of
demonstrating their learning. In the event that cheating or plagiarism occurs, the following
consequences may be implemented, in consultation with administration, depending on the situation:
• The student may be required to redo all or part of the assignment or assessment.
• The student may be required to complete an alternate assignment of assessment.
• The student’s work may be treated as a missed assignment.
• There may be other consequences that are determined to be appropriate, including disciplinary
consequences as outlined in the Cheating/Plagiarism section of the student planner.
Learning Skills:
The development of learning skills and work habits is an integral part of a student’s learning. The
achievement of these skills is officially reported on the Provincial Report Card. The evaluation of
learning skills and work habits is reported as follows: E-Excellent, G-Good, S-Satisfactory, and NNeeds Improvement. For a full description of the six Learning Skills; Responsibility, Organization,
Independent Work, Collaboration, Initiative, and Self-Regulation, please see the WCI Student
Planner.
Textbooks:
Textbooks will be assigned during the first full week of classes. Students must return their
assigned textbook at the end of the course in roughly the same condition in which it was received.
Payment is required for lost or damaged textbooks.
Required Materials:
The following materials should be brought to class every day: A scientific calculator, lined paper,
pencil, eraser and textbook. You will also need a ruler and graph paper periodically through the
year.
Extra Help:
I am happy to provide extra help to students experiencing difficulties or hoping to prevent
difficulties. The best time for this is after school or during my spares (including period C);
however, the only way to guarantee that I will be free is to arrange an appointment ahead of time.
Other Important Expectations:
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Communication is key! Please let me know about any issues as soon as they come up.
Homework is assigned in almost every class. To succeed at this level, it is essential that all
students attempt all assigned homework.
All WCI school expectations for student behaviour must be observed in class.
Personal music devices, phones and lab computers should not be used during lessons or
presentations except to take notes.
When you miss a class, you are responsible for copying any hand-written notes and attempting
the assigned homework. I will provide handouts and answer any questions you have about the
note.
BEST OF LUCK – IT’S GOING TO BE A GREAT YEAR!