TPHS Math Course Profiles - Teacher

Algebra I ~ Readiness Profile and Course Expectations ~ Page 2Course Content and ExpectationsIn Algebra I, students will learn concepts such as:• Simplifying expressions and solving equations and inequalities.• Working with exponents and simple rational expressions including variables.• Graphing and understanding properties of lines.• Factoring and solving quadratic equations.• Explaining the steps for solving a problem.Textbook: Algebra I, Prentice Hall 2009, Bellman, et al.Students will be expected to spend an average of approximately 1 hour outside of class onhomework for each class period. Approximately 2 sections from the text are covered per classand one chapter every 3 weeks. Each semester will have approximately 7 tests and 7 quizzes.Grades will be calculated within the following guidelines:• Tests and Quizzes: 60 – 80%• Homework: 20 – 30%There may also be projects such as• Presenting problems to the class.• Designing and presenting posters about math history and/or problem solving.• Graphing activities.Test ScoresOther indicators of potential success in Algebra I include test scores near or above the followingvalues:• California Standards Test (CST) for 7 th Grade Standards: Basic• MDTP for Algebra Readiness: 70%Other Comments:Skills developed in Algebra I build the foundation for all following math classes. Students needto work toward mastery so that they will be better able to apply the skills in more complexproblems.Torrey Pines High School ~ Revised: 02/2011