Advanced Algebra Syllabus

Regina Solomon: Instructor

solomon@etsu.edu

http://www.etsu.edu/coe/uschool/facstaff/solomon/index.htm

Text:   Algebra 2, by Larson, Boswell, Kanold, Stiff, published by McDougal Littell

             Geometry, by Larson, Boswell, Stiff, published by McDougal Littell

Tentative Schedule:

First Quarter                        Second Quarter

Chapter 6: Polynomials                                        Chapter 8: Exponential/Log. Functions

Chapter 7: Powers, Roots, Radicals                   Chapter 9: Rational Eqns. and Functions.

Third Quarter                     Fourth Quarter

Chapter 12: Solid Geometry                            Chapter 13: Trig Ratios/Functions

Chapter 10: Quad. Relations/Conics               Chapter 14: Trig. Graphs/Equations

University School’s Advanced Algebra course is aligned to the Tennessee State Standards for Mathematics.

For more information on the state mathematics standards, visit

http://www.state.tn.us/education/ci/cimathhighschool/cimath912list.htm

Materials:  

3-ring binder dedicated to Advanced Algebra

                    Graphing calculator

                         Pencil/Pen

                         Loose-leaf paper

Problem of the Day:   Many days there will be a problem on the board to solve

                                          when you enter class.  These problems, along with your

                                          solutions, should be kept in a separate section of your

                                          notebook.

Grading: Tests, quizzes, and projects will be assigned a point value. Grades will be calculated by finding the percentage of points earned out of the total possible points.

Students are responsible for any work missed due to absence. This includes homework, quizzes, and tests.

Homework:     - Homework will be assigned daily.

                                - Homework will be checked at the beginning of class. To receive

                                   credit for an assignment ALL PROBLEMS must be attempted

                                   with the process shown.

                                - Late homework will not be accepted.

        - Students will be given a weekly homework assignment sheet. A   

           copy of the assignment sheet will be posted on the class

           webpage.

       - Students completing ALL assignments for a quarter will earn

         2% on their quarter grade.

      -  Students missing FOUR or more assignments in one quarter

         will have their quarter grade lowered 4%. The quarter grade

         will be lowered an additional .25% for each assignment  

         missed thereafter.

NOTE: Missing Homework assignments will not show up on mygradebook.com. The increase or decrease of a student’s grade based on homework completion will not show up on his/her average until the end of the Quarter.

Extra Assistance:   Students are encouraged to stay after school and get additional help. After school Math Help will be held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 2:45-3:30 in Room 306. Help sessions are not set aside for homework completion. Students are expected to arrive promptly and be prepared to ask questions.