REDEEMER CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL
Course Syllabus
MPM1D: Principles of Mathematics 9 Academic
Semester 1, 2012-13
Mr. A. Hamilton
ahamilton@rchs.on.ca
Course Webpage: Found under rchs.on.ca  Academics  Class Information  Grade 9 Courses
Introduction
Welcome to the Principles of Mathematics Grade 9 Academic course! Math is fun, challenging, and very, very useful. It
was created by real people as a tool to solve real life problems! The applications of math are many: arithmetic,
topology, statistics, economics, accounting, computer science, electricity, etc. Mathematics touches nearly every aspect
of our lives; therefore, mathematical literacy is essential to function well in our society.
Mathematics is also the investigation of the way God has ordered the universe He created. If you study Math, it will
train your mind to be logical, systematic, and practical. You will find yourself gaining a greater understanding of how
things work and growing into a more complete and mature Christian.
What are the critical learnings in this course?
 Number Sense and Algebra: Demonstrate an understanding of the exponent rules of multiplication and division
and apply them to simple expressions. Manipulate numerical and polynomial expressions, and solve first degree
equations.
 Linear Relations: Apply data-management techniques to investigate relationships between two variables.
Demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics of linear relations. Connect various representations of a
linear relation.
 Analytic Geometry: Determine the relationship between the form of an equation and the shape of its graph with
respect to linearity and non-linearity. Determine, through investigation, the properties of the slope and yintercept of a linear relation. Solve problems involving linear relations.
 Measurement and Geometry: Determine through investigation, the optimal values of various measurements.
Solve problems involving the measurements of two-dimensional shapes and the surface areas and volumes of
three-dimensional figures. Verify through investigation facilitated by dynamic geometry software, geometric
properties and relationships involving two-dimensional shapes, and apply the results to solving problems.
How is this course organized?
Strand
Number Sense and Algebra
Linear Relations
Analytic Geometry
Measurement and Geometry
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Unit #
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9
Unit Name
Review of Essential Skills
Polynomials
Equations
Relations
Modeling Linear Relationships with Graphs
Analyse Linear Relations
Exploring Properties of 2D Figures
Measurement Relationships in 3D Figures
Optimizing Measurements
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What will help me be successful in this course?
1. Resources
 Textbook: Principles of Mathematics, 9 (McGraw-Hill), 2006
 Websites
Course Website – can be found at rchs.on.ca  Academics  Class Information Grade 9
Courses  MPM1D
www.khanaacademy.org – A great site with lots of videos to help understand concepts
www.homeworkhelp.ilc.org - A site that allows you to get help from a live tutor online for free
2. Tools: scientific calculator, binder, binder dividers, pencils, eraser, ruler, graphing paper, lined paper
How will I be assessed?
The primary purpose of assessment is to improve learning. Assessment will be ongoing and varied. Some assessments
will be used to determine initial understanding (diagnostic). Ongoing assessments will be used to help improve your
learning (formative). This assessment is beneficial feedback and will NOT count towards your mark.
How will I be evaluated?
Your achievement in each of the four categories will be evaluated throughout the
course. An overall mark will be determined from the following evaluations:
 Assignments
 Tests
 Performance Tasks
 Exam
Levels, marks and anecdotal comments will be used
to communicate your achievement on assessments
and evaluations.
Learning Skills are evaluated and reported separately.
Each Learning Skill is reported using E, G, S or N
(Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, and Needs
Improvement). Even though Learning Skills are not
part of your mark, they are critical to your success in
this course.
What are categories?
The Ontario Curriculum Policy
Documents all describe four
categories of knowledge and skills:
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Knowledge/Understanding
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Thinking/Inquiry
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Communication
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Application
What are levels?
The Ontario Curriculum Policy Documents all describe four levels of
achievement within each of the four categories listed above. Level
one represents passable achievement and level four represents
outstanding achievement.
What are Learning Skills?
The Ontario Curriculum Policy Documents all describe learning skills:
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Responsibility
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Organization
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Independent Work
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Collaboration
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Initiative
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Self-Regulation
According to Ontario Curriculum Policy Documents, seventy percent of your final mark comes from assessments done
during the course and thirty percent of your final mark comes from your performance on a final assessment at the end
of the course.
For detailed information, please refer to the Program Planning and Assessment document at:
www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/document/curricul/secondary/progplan/progplan.html
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Your mark breakdown is as follows:
Term Assessments
70%
Final Assessments
30%
Category
Knowledge/Understanding
Thinking/Inquiry
Communication
Application
Culminating Performance Task
Exam
Weighting out of 100
25%
20%
10%
15%
10%
20%
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
At RCHS, we are striving to be a Christian community of learning. We recognise and affirm that God has
created us, and that He loves each one of us so much that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, as a sacrifice in our
place. Therefore, we are called, as adopted members of God’s family, to be channels of Christ’s love to the
world. Inappropriate behaviour must be corrected before you or others in the class are adversely affected.
Rules:
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Bring ALL books/materials to class AND take them all with you when you leave.
Be in your assigned seat and working on the assignment/minds on activity when the bell rings.
Treat each person in the room with dignity and respect (me and each other).
Follow directions the first time they’re given.
Follow all procedures and policies as outlined in the RCHS student handbook.
Some Classroom Procedures Notes (others to be discussed in class):
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Go to the bathroom before class. Do not expect to be allowed to go during class.
The bell does not dismiss you – the teacher does. Stay in your seat until you are told you may go.
Keep a neat and organized notebook. Notes should have dates and should be in order. You are
responsible for getting any notes or assignments missed when you are absent. Keep tests and quizzes
to study from.
Complete your homework on time with proper headings (name, date, page). Homework will be
assigned and checked regularly. Repeated failure to complete homework will result in study hall.
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