Algebra II Syllabus

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Algebra 2 Syllabus

A.  Course Requirements. 

1. Loose leaf paper and a 1 inch binder.
2. Graph Paper. 
3. Calculator. TI 83-plus or higher. This will also be sufficient for Pre-Calculus and Calculus.
4. Pencils and eraser.  All work will be done in pencil.  Work in pen will generally not be accepted.
5. A willingness to put in the time and effort to master the material.

B.  Course Outline.

    We are using the Glencoe-McGraw Hill Algebra 2 book. The following is the general topics we will be covering this year.

1. Equations and Inequalities.

2. Linear Relations and Functions.

3. Systems of Equations and Inequalities.

4. Matrices.

5. Quadratic Functions and Inequalities.

6. Polynomial Functions.

7. Radical Equations and Inequalities.

8. Rational Expressions and Equations.

9. Exponential and Logarithmic Relations.

10. Conic Sections.

11. Sequences and Series.

12. Probability and Statistics.

13. Trigonometric Functions.

14. Trigonometric Graphs and Identities.

C.  Grading.

     Your grade will be based on assignments, quizzes, and tests.  At the end of the quarter the points you have earned will be divided by the total points possible to determine your grade. 

Assignments:  Assignments will be handed in daily. They will be graded on accuracy (three of the problems) and completion (the rest of the problems). Assignments will be worth 4 to 7 points (1 to 3 for accuracy, 3 or 4 for completion).   

Quizzes:  Quizzes are worth between 5 and 50 points.  There will be between 1 and 3 quizzes each quarter.

Tests:  Tests are worth 100 points each.  There will usually be 3 tests each quarter.

D. Classroom Behavior.

    1.  When the bell rings, class starts.  You are expected to be in the room, at your seat, ready to begin class.

    2.  Do not talk to each other during class except as a part of a directed class discussion.

    3.  Do not do work for other subjects during this class unless given specific permission by me.