Math is the only place where someone can buy 60 watermelons and no one wonders why.
-
This course reviews basic math concepts, number sense, computation/estimation, areas, and measurements, ensuring students have a solid mathematical foundation. Students are then introduced to the basics of percentages, algebra, and geometry. This course includes some hands-on learning activities to be completed individually and in groups.
Prerequisite: Placement by instructor - schedule testing with Scholars Admin
Required Textbooks:
Abeka, 1st edition , 2019, #294012 (available on Abeka.com)
Supplies:
folder with pockets
2 sharpened pencils
large eraser
red pen
spiral bound notebook of at least 70 pages.
-
Students will learn the foundational concepts to help them succeed in the following course of Introductory Algebra.
Students will learn/review/reinforce:
• Whole Numbers, Integers and Algebraic Expressions
• Equations
• Fractions and Mixed Numbers
• Decimals
• Ratio and Proportion
• Percent
• Measurement and Geometry
• Graphs and Statistics
• Exponents and Polynomials
Prerequisite: Math 7/8 or placement by instructor.
Required Textbooks:
Abeka.com; Item Number: 319155
Supplies:
1 inch binder
notebook paper
graph paper
ruler
pencils
highlighters
basic calculator
-
Students will learn the foundational concepts to help them succeed in the following course of Intermediate Algebra (Algebra 2) or Geometry.
Students will learn/review/reinforce:
• Fractions, Decimals and Percent
• Real Numbers and Order of Operations
• Linear Equations and Inequalities
• Equations in Two Variables
• Properties of Exponents
• Polynomials
• Factoring Polynomials
• Rational Expressions and Equations
Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra or placement test evaluated by instructor.
Required Textbook:
Abeka.com; Item Number: 302929
Supplies:
graph paper
TI 84 Plus CE calculator
highlighters
pencils
1 inch binder
notebook paper
ruler
-
Students will learn the concepts needed to help them succeed in the following course of College Algebra, Precalculus, or Geometry.
Students will learn/review/reinforce:
• Linear Equations and Inequalities in One Variable
• Linear Equations in Two Variables
• Systems of Linear Equations
• Relations and Functions
• Polynomials
• Rational Expressions and Equations
• Radicals and Complex Numbers
• Quadratic Equations, Functions, and Inequalities
• Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Prerequisite: Algebra I or placement test evaluated by instructor.
Required Textbook:
Supplies:
graph paper
TI 84 Plus CE calculator
highlighters
pencils
1 inch binder
notebook paper
ruler
-
Students will develop an understanding of geometric principles. They will be able to apply Geometric concepts in higher math and Science courses.
Students will learn/review:
Deductive Reasoning
Lines and Angles, Use of Protractor and Compass
Geometric Congruence
Parallel Lines Postulate
Parallelograms and Point of Symmetry
Transformation and Symmetry
Geometric Similarity
The Pythagorean Theorem, Tangent, Sine and Cosine Ratios
Circles, Radii, Chords, Tangents, Secants
Polygons
Prerequisite: Algebra 1or placement test evaluated by instructor
NOTE: Students may take Geometry prior to or after taking Algebra 2.
Required Textbook:
Geometry, Seeing, Doing, Understanding, 3rd Edition
by Harold R. Jacobs
ISBN 978-1683442547
Supplies:
Composition book
Loose leaf notebook
Graph paper
Protractor
Compass
Straight edge/ruler
Pencil
Color pencils
Scientific or graphing calculator