ALGEBRA
II
COURSE
DESCRIPTION
This
course is designed to teach the algebraic skills needed to solve problems and to
succeed in other math courses.
PREREQUISITE
The
successful completion of a Algebra I course or referral of instructor is
required.
TEXT
McDougall
Littell Algebra 2 Books are to brought to class every day. A cover should be
placed on the book to protect it. The cover should be kept neat. A lost Algebra
2 book costs $48. A new book will not be issued until the student pays for the
lost book.
GRADES
The
student will be evaluated with assessments to cover objectives.
The
class average will be calculated as 50% tests/major assignments, 25% quizzes/
minor assignments, and 25% homework/participation.
The
9 weeks grade will be calculated as 80% class average and 20% exam.
The
course grade will be calculated as the average of the two 9 weeks grades. The
letter grade will be according to the policy:
A:
90-100
B:
80-89
C:
75-79
D:
70-74
F:
Below 70
OBJECTIVES
The
student will complete the objectives covered by the following topics.
1. Equations and Inequalities
2.
Linear Relations and Functions
3.
Systems of Equations and Inequalities
4.
Matrices
5.
Polynomials
6.
Roots
7.
Quadratic Functions
8.
Quadratic Relations and Functions
9.
Conics
10.
Rational Polynomial Expressions
11.
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
BEHAVIOR
Once
in the classroom the student is to act in appropriate ways such as talking only
in turn, doing work when it is assigned, showing consideration to others, etc.
All
garbage should be disposed of in the trash can--not in the desk or floor.
The
student will not write or carve on the desk.
The
student should not put feet on their desk or a neighbor's. If the student
damages or destroys a desk appropriate discipline will be issued. At the
beginning of class, each student is responsible for informing the teacher of any
damage to his or her desk.
No
food, drink (water only), or gum will be allowed in the classroom.
POLICIES
APPLY SEE HANDBOOK!!
MAKEUP WORK
It is the students' responsibility to find out what assignment was
missed during an absence and to make arrangements to make it up within five
days.
LEAVING THE CLASSROOM
All
business with the office or other teachers should be taken care of before or
after school, not during class time. Restroom trips will be limited to
reasonable requests.
When
the end-of-class bell rings, the student should remain seated until dismissed.
METHOD OF INSTRUCTION
Algebra
2 will be taught by various classroom activities with homework assigned to
reinforce learning. Group assignments and explorations will frequently be used
during the course.
MATERIALS
Student should bring a pencil, notebook, and textbook to class daily.
The notebook should be a one inch binder. A graphing calculator is strongly
recommended; a scientific/fraction calculator is a minimal requirement.
1/4" grid graph paper is required.
Classroom
Rules
Be Prepared
Sharpen
pencils BEFORE the tardy bell rings.
Come
with pencil, paper, notebook, and textbook every day.
Have
calculators, construction materials (compass, straightedge, protractor), etc; as
needed BEFORE the bell rings.
If
you were out of class the previous day, present your admit slip to the teacher
before being asked.
Be
in you seat when the bell rings.
Do
not eat, drink, or chew gum.
Use
your bathroom/locker passes properly.
Be
Courteous
Do
not talk while anyone else is talking, including and especially the teacher.
Do
not leave your desk for ANY reason without permission.
If
your pencil breaks after class starts (and NOT because you forgot to sharpen
it), raise your pencil and wait for a nod from the teacher to go sharpen it.
Save
all trash to be thrown away until you are on the way out the door.
Do
not touch any other person, their property, or their desk, including and
especially the teacher, without permission.
Clean
up your area every day.
Do
not speak disrespectfully to ANYONE else in the classroom. This includes not
using language that is offensive.
Be
On Task
During
class discussion and/or lecture, participate and take good notes.
During
guided practice, start on your work. Ask for help as needed.
During
group work, do at least your even share of
the work.
POSSIBLE
CONSEQUENCES
Depending
on the frequency and/or the severity of the violation, any or all of
the following may be used:
Warning
(verbal or written)
Detention
with the teacher
Parent
call or conference
School-wide
detention hall
Office
referral.