Welcome
Academic Year 2015 – 2016
Accelerated Analytic Geometry /Advanced Algebra
About Me
Basic Info
Hometown: Montego Bay, Jamaica W. I.
2000 – Graduated Undergrad
Bachelor of Science Degree in Information
Technology
2006 – Graduated Graduate School
Master’s Degree in Education & Minor Math
Teaching Info
Previously taught courses:
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Algebra
Algebra 2
Euclidean & Informal Geometry
Mathematics 1
Mathematics 2
Mathematics 3
Currently teaching courses:
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Analytic Geometry
Accelerated Analytic Geometry B /Advanced
Algebra
Course Information
Course Description
The focus of the course is organized into 10 critical areas. Real and
complex numbers are introduced so that all quadratic equations can
be solved. Quadratic expressions, equations, and functions are
developed. Circles return with their quadratic algebraic
representations on the coordinate plane. The link between
probability and data is explored through conditional probability.
They apply methods from probability and statistics to draw
inferences and conclusions from data. Students expand their
repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational, and radical
functions. They expand their study of right triangle trigonometry to
model periodic phenomena. And, finally, students bring together all
of their experience with functions and geometry to create models
and solve contextual problems.
Course Description
• Students in this course will also be taught all units in
Analytic Geometry and all units in Advanced Algebra . The
fundamental purpose of Analytic Geometry is to formalize
and extend the mathematics that students learned in the
middle grades and throughout Coordinate Algebra in high
school.
• The critical areas, organized into units, deepen and extend
understanding of similarity, congruence, and proofs. In
addition students will understand the relationships with
special right triangles and the use of trigonometric ratios to
solve problems.
• Students will interpret and analyze functions using different
representations.
Course Goal
• The course goal is to prepare, take, and pass the
Georgia Milestones with at least a 70 at the midterm of
the academic year.
• The Georgia Milestones is a statewide standardized,
assessment comprised of multiple choice and free
response questions geared towards material learned
throughout since the beginning of the year.
• You will be encouraged to prepare and do well on the
Georgia Milestones all year round – the examination is
20% of course average.
Types of Course Assignments
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Homework Assignments
Daily Checks
Quizzes
Tests
Final Exam
Homework Assignments
Homework will be given almost every class. I will check it
at least twice a week.
Skills Checks
Daily Checks
Skills Checks are graded assignments given after each concept. These
online assignments will be given online on www.tenmarks.com.
Daily checks are in-class assignments given after each concept. These
will usually be just like homework assignments and you may use your
notes and homework for assistance.
Quizzes
Quizzes are in class assignments given after every 2 or 3 concepts.
You may not use any notes, etc. for assistance.
Tests
Tests are given after every unit.
Final Comprehensive Exam will be at the end of academic year
covering all topics in course.
CDA Expectations
• Stands for Common District Assessment
• Every Douglas County student enrolled in a high
school math class will take the same exact test
for that class.
• These grades entered in the gradebook cannot
be curved.
• CDA’s are designed by teachers in the county.
• Very important
• CDA’s are used to place students in remediation
or enrichment for ILT
Georgia Milestones
Georgia Milestones will be comprehensive and given at the
midterm of academic year.
Grading Plan
Formative Assessments – 30%
(Skills Checks, Daily Checks, Homework Assignments)
Summative Assessment – 50%
(Common Unit Assessment, Common District Assessment, Projects)
Georgia Milestones – 20%
Class Rules & Procedures
Class Layout
1st Warm – Up: 10 - 15 minutes
2nd Instructions: Bulk of the class time
3rd Practice Problems: last 20 minutes of class
4th Closure: summarizing of concept
5th Homework presented
Class Rules
1. Follow all LSHS Rules & Policies
2. Be respectful to your instructors and your
peers.
3. Be responsible for your own learning.
4. Arrive prepared and on time.
5. Keep workstations clean and neat.
6. Electronics are not allowed in class.
Class Consequence Chart
Refer to Discipline Protocol on wall
Your Space & My Space
Your spaces in the classroom are the
student station, turn in table, and your
individual desk.
My spaces in the classroom are
EVERYTHING else. Do not touch any part of
my space unless requested by instructor.
Class Expectations & Policies
Class Policies
• No make up (or “do-overs”) for any assignment
• Extra credit will be given at the teachers discretion
throughout the academic year.
• If you’re absent and missed any assignments, it is your
responsibility to come after school to complete
assignments or zero will be given.
• Late assignments are not accepted.
• Cheating on any assignment will result in a zero as the
final grade and a discipline referral.
• All students are expected to seat in assigned seats at ALL
times.
Course Expectations
1. Regular attendance in the class is important for
success in this rigorous course.
2. Consistently bring necessary materials to class.
3. Completing ALL homework assignments are
essential for retaining concepts.
4. Participate in class discussions and activities
5. Question anything that is not fully understood
Homework Expectations
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Homework will be given every night.
Usually about 8 to 12 problems (not that much)
Should not take more than 45 minutes
Some of the problems will be easier than
others.
• If you have trouble with more than one or two
problems, you SHOULD email me immediately.
• If you just show up and say “I just did not
understand” or “I just could not do it”, you will
receive a zero.
Course Resources
Class Blog
The blog website for Accelerated Geometry B/Advanced Algebra
is:
http://rcrawford-acceleratedanalyticgeometry.weebly.com
This blog consist of information that pertains to the course such
as homework assignments, concept notes, class information,
etc.
This blog will be a helpful tool for you when you’re not in the
class.
Tutoring
- Students must come prepared with materials and specifics of
what they wish to work on. (DO NOT JUST SAY “I’M LOST”!
COMMUNICATE WHAT SPECIFIC HELP IS NEEDED.)
- AFTERNOON TUTORING AVAILABLE
- Mondays/Wednesday after school from 3:45 – 5:00.
Website Resources
www.patrickjmt.com
www.purplemath.com
Scientific Calculator
Pick one of the following to buy:
(Estimated Cost ~$16.00)
Ti-36X Multiview Calculator
Recommended
Buy online at
www.walmart.com
Ti-30XS Multiview Calculator
Materials
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Math 3-ring Binder
Dividers
1st Divider – Notes
2nd Divider – Homework
3rd Divider – Attachments
4th Divider – Daily Work/Quizzes
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Mechanical Pencils
Pens
Graphing Paper
Multiview Scientific Calculator
Students should…
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Have a positive attitude
Ask questions
Check the course website frequently
Do homework daily
Pay attention in class
Come prepared to class (binder, pencil, pen,
graph paper, graphing calculator)
Never make excuses for yourself!
Do NOT say you are not good in math