Course Syllabus—2014-2015
Course Title: Algebra II
Dept: Mathematics
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Duration: 2 semesters
Prerequisite: “C” or better in Algebra I
Credits: 1
Instructor: Christina Wadley
Conference Hour: 3rd
Email:
cwadley@waynesville.k12.mo.us
Phone: 842-2400 ext. 3118
Required books and class materials: Textbook (McGraw Hill, Algebra 2) will be assigned to each student and
must be brought to class each day. The text is also available online. The students will be responsible for any
lost or damaged text.
Student Supply Requirements: folder or binder, paper, pencils, red grading pen, dry erase markers (4-pack), scientific calculator (TI84 graphing calculators will be provided when needed but can also be purchased)
Course Rationale: Algebra II is designed to prepare students for the study of advanced mathematics, statistics, chemistry and physics.
Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and higher-level problem solving strategies.
Course Description: Algebra II is a year-long course designed for the student who has mastered Algebra I. The course begins with a
review of Algebra I and contains a rigorous, comprehensive study of advanced algebra topics including geometry. A scientific
calculator is needed for this course.
Course Objectives: The student will be able to:
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Compare and order rational and irrational numbers, including
finding their approximate locations on a number line.
Use real numbers and various models, drawing, etc. to solve
problems.
Use a variety of representations to demonstrate an understanding
of very large and very small numbers.
Apply operations to matrices and complex numbers, using mental
computation or paper-and-pencil calculations for simple cases
and technology for more complicated cases.
Judge the reasonableness of numerical computations and their
results, including complex numbers.
Solve problems involving proportions.
Generalize patterns using explicitly or recursively defined
functions.
Compare properties of linear, exponential, logarithmic, and
rational functions.
Use symbolic algebra to represent and solve problems that
involve exponential, quadratic and logarithmic relationships.
Weighted Grading Policy:
Assessments (chapter or unit tests)
Quizzes/Practice (classwork, practice, activities)
Final/EOC Exam
10. Describe and use algebraic manipulations, inverse or composition
of functions.
11. Use and solve equivalent forms of equations and inequalities.
12. Use and solve systems of linear and quadratic equations or
inequalities with 2 variables.
13. Identify quantitative relationships and determine the types of
functions that might model the situation to solve the problem.
14. Analyze exponential and logarithmic functions by investigating
rates of change, intercepts, and asymptotes.
15. Use trigonometric relationships with right triangles to determine
lengths and angle measures.
16. Select and use appropriate graphical representation of data and
given one-to-one variable quantitative data, describe its shape
and calculate summary statistics.
17. Apply statistical measures of center to solve problems.
18. Given a scatter plot, determine a type of function which models
the data.
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Assessments: Summative assessments are given at the conclusion of each unit of study. Assessments will include cumulative
information in order to retain all concepts learned throughout the year. Students who wish to better a test grade must have all practice
completed and commit to 2 days of academic assistance, one day for review and test corrections and another day for retesting.
Students may earn up to 50% of the lost points back. It is the student’s responsibility to schedule a time before or after school or during
Tiger Time to complete corrections.
Quizzes: We take a weekly quiz (usually each Friday). Students can complete quiz corrections on every quiz for full credit. Your
student can earn 100% on every quiz!
Practice: In math, as in much of life, practice is necessary to become proficient. Students will be held accountable for practice wok,
which will be submitted as a packet with each test. The practice work must be completed in order to be eligible for test remediation.
Late work: Accepted per student handbook.
Absent work: Make up within the number of days absent.
Classroom behavior expectations: Respect is expected for all property and people. Cooperation is essential and expected.
Come to class prepared and on time. No cell phones without specific permission.
Academic Assistance: Math lab Monday-Thursday 2:45-4:00. I personally stay on Thursdays. Communication is key!
Text & Homework help online: www.connectED.mcgraw-hill.com
Username: student ID # followed by uppercase W
Password: tigers13
I truly believe in your potential and I know that you have the ability to succeed! Let’s have an awesome year!!!