Description:

The purpose of this course is to develop a variety of skills related to math concepts you are likely to see in your future math career either in college or the work place. Your textbook, “Thinking Mathematically,” includes several topics and examples that pertain to real life situations.

Disclaimer:

Math content builds on previous information learned. It is expected of you to remember what was learned in previous math courses. In addition, you are required to not only learn the content taught in this class for chapter tests, but also to retain that information for future use. An excellent way to do this and stay organized is to have a notebook and folder or a binder to keep all papers and notes together. I will be challenging you to work hard and do your best all semester. I have high expectations for you and hope that you accept the challenge.

Topics To Be Covered:

The goal will be to address each of these topics, however, due to time constraints and prioritizing this list is subject to change:

§ Problem Solving and Critical Thinking

§ Set Theory

§ Consumer Math and Financial Responsibility

§ Counting Methods and Probability Theory

§ Statistics/Logic

§ Number Theory and the Real Number System

§ Algebra: Equations and Inequalities

§ Algebra: Graphs, Functions, and Linear Systems

Grading Scale:

This class will follow the school grading scale and policies

A 100 – 93 B 92 – 85 C 84 – 77 D 76 – 70 F 69 – 0

The overall grade will be broken down according to categories

Level 1 - Tests/Quizzes 70%

Level 2 - Projects/ In-Class Assignments 20%

Level 3 – Homework 10%

Tests and Quizzes:

Due to the necessity of you to understand and retain the content for future use, you will be allowed 2 retakes throughout the course of the semester. Use them wisely! The retake may be used on any test or quiz of your choosing, other than the final exam. These retakes must be taken within one week of the date tests were returned. No exceptions will be made to this policy.

Late Work:

Late work will be accepted for a chapter up to the day of the chapter test. There will be a deduction in points. If you miss class, you are responsible for getting all missed work and returning it by the agreed upon deadline. Do not expect reminders from me.

Calculators:

You will be allowed to use a calculator during this class. Calculators will be available to borrow during class, however, it might be a good idea to invest in one of your own for homework and future math classes.