Course Syllabus#
Algebra 2#
This course is designed to build on the algebraic and geometric concepts learned in Algebra 1. It develops advanced algebra skills such as systems of equations, quadratics, polynomials, imaginary and complex numbers, conics and trigonometry. The content of this course is very important for a student’s success on both the ACT and SAT. It will also help prepare the student for future college courses or career choices.
Text
Reading and homework will be assigned from Algebra 2 by Larson et al (ISBN: 9780547647159), Common Core edition. This textbook will be distributed to students on the first day of class. The student is expected to bring the textbook to class every day.
Supplies
- Notebook
The student is expected to bring a notebook to class every day and take notes.
- Pencils
Mistakes will happen. The student is expected to do all work in pencil.
- Paper
The student is expected to bring loose leaf paper to class every day. The paper should be standard, college-ruled paper. Classwork will be done of this paper and turned in.
Technology
- Calculator
A calculator is not required, but examples in class will sometimes be demonstrated on a virtual TI graphing calculator via a computer. The student is allowed to bring a calculator from the TI-84 series of calculators to class every day. The older *TI-83*s will also work.
Other types of graphing calculators are permitted, but instruction will only be given for the TI models.
- ChromeBook
The student is expected to bring the ChromeBook they have been provided to class every day. It should be fully-charged. From time to time, the student will use computer graphing utilities such as Desmos to graph equations and analyze problems with spreadsheet programs.
Google Classroom
Any and all announcements will be posted to the Google Classroom.
Any assignments or projects that are completed on the student’s ChromeBook will be uploaded to the Assignments tab in the Google Classroom.
- Classroom Code
Will be distributed on the first class date.
Grading Breakdown
Area |
Percentage |
|---|---|
Quizzes |
15% |
Exams |
35% |
Homework |
25% |
Classwork |
25% |
Quizzes
Quizzes will be of the pop variety, meaning they will not be announced ahead of time. Quizzes will typically be short, ten to fifteen minutes assessments aimed at verifying the student is progressing as expected.
Classwork
Classwork will usually come from the Larson textbook, but will occassionally be supplemented by instructor-provided exercises.
All classwork will be collected, graded and returned. The student should show all of their work and circle the answer.
Homework
Homework will be assigned from the Larson textbook, but will occassionally be supplemented by instructor-provided exercises.
All homework will be graded. The student should show all of their work and circle the answer.
Students should write their name and date at the top of each homework assignment. In addition, the page number and problem numbers should be written in margins. If more than one page is required, the student will staple the papers together before turning in the assignment.
Exams
Every chapter in the book will end with an examination. The exam dates will be announced atleast one week prior to the exam.
Topics
The following chapters will be covered in class.
Chapter 1: Quadratic Functions and Factoring
Chapter 2: Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
Chapter 3: Rational Exponents and Radical Functions
Chapter 4: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Chapter 5: Rational Functions
Chapter 8: Quadratic Relations and Conic Sections
Chapter 9: Trigonometric Ratios and Functions
Chapter 10: Trigonometric Graphs, Identities, and Equations
If time permits, topics from the following list may be inserted towards the end of the school year, - Chapter 6: Data Analysis and Statistics - Chapter 7: Sequences and Series