Teacher: Ms. K. Urdahl-Serr Email: Kirsten_Urdahl-Serr@sd42.ca Twitter: @urdahlserr
The Common Curriculum Framework for Grades 1012 Mathematics includes pathways and topics rather than strands as in The Common Curriculum Framework for K9 Mathematics. Three pathways are available: Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics, Foundations of Mathematics, and Pre-calculus. A common Grade 10 course (Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus, Grade 10) is the starting point for the Foundations of Mathematics pathway and the Pre-calculus pathway. Each topic area requires that students develop a conceptual knowledge base and skill set that will be useful to whatever pathway they have chosen. The topics covered within a pathway are meant to build upon previous knowledge and to progress from simple to more complex conceptual understandings. The topics covered in this course are broken down into 3 strands: measurement, algebra and number, and relations and functions.
Course Content We will be using a workbook for this course. To purchase the workbook, the cost is $20.00 and can be purchased at the MRSS Caf-eh. Copies will be made available for borrowing from the library. Course Topics Supplies earphones Workbook 80 pg coil bound notebook Three ring binder, pencil, pen, eraser Ruler (with cm, mm and inches) Scientific or graphing calculator Lined POST-IT notes for use in the workbook
Expectations Come to class on time with your appropriate materials. Your workbook serves as a study guide and a valuable reference for quizzes and unit tests. Homework completion is ESSENTIAL to be successful in this course, thus your workbook will be assessed on a regular basis and given a score out of 3 points: o 1 - not working to potential, many assignments incomplete o 2 - assignments mostly complete o 3 - consistently completing assignments. Students will maintain portfolios to track their progress. Step-up work will be assigned to ensure a Foundations level knowledge is attained. This work is completed during tutorials. You are responsible for completing all notes and exercises given during the course. IF YOU ARE ABSENT, make sure you borrow someone's workbook or contact Kirsten_Urdahl-Serr@sd42.ca for a pdf copy of the lesson.
Measurement Trigonometry Number Systems
Exponents/Radicals Polynomial Operations
Polynomial Expressions
Relations and Functions
Linear Relations and Systems
2014-2015
A solar powered, 2 line display scientific calculator is the best option. For example, Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS (~$20)
As part of a District pilot project to introduce technology in classrooms, this course will include the use of iPads. The iPads are intended to enhance instruction, not replace it, and will only be used when appropriate. A student contract for use of the iPads must be signed by a parent/guardian prior to use in the classroom. For viewing purposes, students will be expected to supply their own earphones.
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iPads in the Math classroom? Seven mathematical processes There are even mathematical processes that are critical aspects of learning, doing and understanding mathematics. Students must encounter these processes regularly in a mathematics program in order to achieve the goals of mathematics education. Students will be expected to: use communication in order to learn and express their understanding make connections among mathematical ideas, other concepts in mathematics, everyday experiences and other disciplines demonstrate fluency with mental mathematics and estimation develop and apply new mathematical knowledge through problem solving develop mathematical reasoning select and use technology as a tool for learning and solving problems develop visualization skills to assist in processing information, making connections and solving problems. Activities that take place in your mathematics classroom will be based on a problem-solving approach that incorporates the mathematical processes and will lead students to an understanding of the nature of mathematics.
Evaluation The three things that are most essential to achievement are common sense, hard work and stick-to-it-iv- ness..... Thomas Edison
On each report, your percentage will be based on all the work completed since the beginning of the course (on a cumulative basis). Please note that your overall mark is broken down according to the following: Assessment Final Mark Coursework (in-class notebook, homework, assignments, tests and quizzes) Measurement and Trigonometry.25% Polynomials, Number Systems, Exponents/Radicals 30% Relations, Functions, Systems 45% 80% Provincial Exam written June, 2014 20%
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Grades A 86% to 100% B 73% to 85% C+ 67% to 72% C 60% to 66% C- 50% to 59% I (term) 0% to 49% F (final) 0% to 49%
Instructional Support
Math 10 Foundations and Pre-calculus is a fast-paced course with many new skills and an emphasis on problem- solving. Staying on top of your weekly assignments is the key to success. If you require assistance, school tutorials are available (look for poster for days/times/teachers). Online FREE tutoring can be found Sunday-Thursday evenings from 6-10 pm at www.learnnowbc.ca as well, the MRSS Math Department provides a list of tutors for hire. Each unit will be assessed on formative effort (group work, homework completion, assignments, quizzes ~ 20%) and summative understanding (exams, unit problems ~ 80%).
Rewrites? Exam Rewrites will be offered to students on an individual basis. Students will be expected to complete a review package AND attend tutorials in preparation. Rewrites will be scheduled April to June, 2015.