2012-2013 Oakleaf High School Course Catalog 10-12th Grade
2012-2013 Oakleaf High School Course Catalog 10-12th Grade
2012-2013 Oakleaf High School Course Catalog 10-12th Grade
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<strong>Course</strong> Title: Advanced Topics in Mathematics<br />
12983<strong>10</strong> (Y)<br />
Prerequisite: C or above in Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II with teacher recommendation<br />
ADVANCED MATH COURSES<br />
The purpose of Advanced Topics is to provide students with the opportunity to refine their math skills,<br />
especially in the areas in which they have weaknesses. In Advanced Topics we cover all Algebra and<br />
Geometry skills which the student has learned prior to this class, emphasizing skill level and the ability to<br />
apply methods appropriately and accurately. Advanced Topics also strives to have the student see parts of<br />
mathematics as part of a whole, making connections with not only how to perform a skill, but why.<br />
Ideally, once the student has finished Advanced Topics, they will be ready to move to College Algebra,<br />
Pre-Calculus, or any other sequentially appropriate math with confidence.<br />
<strong>Course</strong> Title: Pre-Calculus*<br />
Prerequisite: A or B in Algebra II Honors with teacher recommendation<br />
1202340 (Y)<br />
This course is specifically designed to prepare students for AP Calculus or a first calculus course<br />
in college. This is a fast-paced and demanding course and only those students who are seriously<br />
interested in advanced mathematics should register for pre-calculus. Fully integrated into this<br />
course will be extensive use of graphing calculator technology. The TI-84 or TI-84+ calculator<br />
by Texas Instruments will be taught and used in the classroom, and it is required that students<br />
purchase their own.<br />
Advanced Placement Statistics 12<strong>10</strong>320<br />
Prerequisites: Algebra II w/ grade of B or higher; Level 4 or 5 in Reading; preferred seniors only; Teacher<br />
recommendation<br />
The purpose of the AP Statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for<br />
collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. This course is NOT calculus-based. Be<br />
prepared to work hands-on in groups to conduct experiments and do projects. This course requires<br />
extensive reading and critical thinking.<br />
Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes:<br />
1. Exploring Data: Describing patterns and departures from patterns<br />
2. Sampling and Experimentation: Planning and conducting a study<br />
3. Anticipating Patterns: Exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation<br />
4. Statistical Inference: Estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses<br />
The course will follow the College Board’s requirements and students will take the AP test for<br />
college credit in May. The TI-84 or TI-84+ calculator by Texas Instruments will be taught and<br />
used in the classroom, and it is required that students purchase their own.<br />
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation, passing grade on FCAT Reading, passing grade on<br />
FCAT Writes; students MUST take and pass the College Placement Test (CPT) administered<br />
by St. Johns River Community College in order to be admitted into this course<br />
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