| PreAlgebra - Students will
learn algebraic concepts to help prepare them for Algebra
1B. Students will begin with a study of algebraic patterns
and operations which will lead into equations, linear functions,
inequalities, absolute value, and systems of equations. Percents,
statistics, area and volume will also be included.
Algebra 1B - This course prepares students for success
in algebra. Students will begin with a study of algebraic
patterns and operations which will lead into equations,
linear functions, inequalitites, absolute value, and systems
of equations and inequalities. Exponents, exponential functions,
polynomials, factoring, quadratic functions, and radical
functions will also be explored. Coordinate geometry, proportional
reasoning, statistics, probability, and transformations
will also be included.
Algebra 1A - This course builds on algebra skills learned
in the middle school. Basic concepts and properties of
algebra are introduced early to prepare students for equation
solving. Concepts and skills are introduced algebraically,
graphically, numerically, and verbally to help students
make the connections. Students will be taught the tools
of algebra to help them solve equations and inequalities,
as well as solving and applying proportions. Graphs, functions,
linear equations, systems of equations and inequalities
will also be discussed. Other topics include exponents,
exponential functions, polynomials, factoring, quadratic
equations and functions, radical expressions and equations,
and rational expressions and functions. Graphing calculators
will be used to show how algebraic patterns, expressions
and functions change.
Advanced Geometry (prerequesite: Successful completion
of 8th grade Advanced Algebra 1) - Proofs are introduced
in a variety of formats including two column, paragraph,
and indirect forms. Students learn to value the need to
think logically and present ideas in a logical order. Algebra
skills are reviewed to ensure the students maintain these
skills. Algebra integration within coordinate geometry
topics and probability and statistic connections are taught
throughout the course. Students will use the tools of geometry
for reasoning and proofs. Parallel and perpendicular lines,
congruent triangles, and relationships within triangles
will be presented as well as various aspects of quadrilaterals
including area and similarity. Surface area, volume, right
triangle trigonometry, circles, and transformations topics
are also discussed.
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