Algebra II - Firelands Elementary School



Advanced Algebra II

2012/2013

Teacher: Mr. Busch Email: tbusch@

School Phone: (440) 965-4255 Room: 109

Office Hours: Before and After School, 4’, FAST Period, or By Appointment

Algebra II is a continuation of the mastery of the standards of calculating using algebraic rules introduced in Algebra 1. You will also learn to connect mathematical concepts, reasoning, problem solving, and communicating of mathematical concepts.

Algebra II includes the study of quadratic and polynomial functions, logarithmic and exponential functions, trigonometry, systems of linear equations, matrices, sequences and series, probability and analytic geometry. This course will cover the scientific applications of the above topics in order to prepare you for Precalculus.

Course Requirements:

Homework: Bookwork and worksheets, 3-4 assignments per week.

Quizzes: Weekly quizzes over daily lessons.

Tests: 2-3 per quarter, at the completion of each chapter.

Notebooks: Bring a big three ring binder every day!

Textbook: Algebra 2; McDougal Littell. Must remain covered all year!

Pencil: Mandatory in order to take a quiz or test, pen is okay for notes.

Graph Paper: Each student is expected to have approximately 100 sheets of graph paper

for the year!

Graphing Calculator-

You will need to purchase a graphing calculator for this and future math classes. At a store these calculators can range in price from $100-120. Websites such as can save you significant money. Texas Instruments is the best brand available. I would recommend the TI-84 Silver edition. The TI-83, TI-84, and TI-89 are also acceptable. The TI-Nspire is the future of calculators, but is more expensive. Any calculator is a large investment, but these calculators will be used for the rest of your math classes here at Firelands and throughout college. Any calculator with CAS may not be allowed to be used on some standardized tests such as the ACT and AP.

Course Objectives:

1st 9 Weeks:

1) Equations and Inequalities

A) Apply properties of real numbers

B) Evaluate and simplify Algebraic expressions

C) Solve linear equations and inequalities

D) Use problem solving strategies

2) Linear Equations and Functions

A) Find slope and rate of change

B) Graph equations of lines

C) Write equations of lines

D) Model direct variation

E) Draw scatter plots and lines of best fit

F) Use absolute value functions to solve problems

2nd 9 Weeks:

1) Linear Systems and Matrices

G) Solve linear systems by graphing or algebraically

H) Graph systems of linear functions

I) Solve linear systems in three variables

J) Perform basic matrix operations

K) Multiply matrices and solve linear equations

L) Evaluate determinants applying Cramer’s rule

2) Quadratic Functions

A) Graph from standard, vertex, or intercept form

B) Solve quadratics by factoring or square roots

C) Use complex numbers

D) Use quadratic formula and the discriminant

E) Graph and solve quadratic inequalities

3rd 9 Weeks:

1) Trigonometric Ratios and Functions

A) Trigonometry with Right Angles

B) Angles and Radian Measure

C) Evaluate Trigonometric Functions for All Angles

D) Evaluate Inverse Trigonometric Functions

E) Law of Sines and Cosines

2) Polynomials and Polynomial Functions

F) Use properties of exponents

G) Evaluate and graph polynomials

H) Add, subtract, multiply, factor, and solve polynomials

I) Find rational zeros

J) Apply the fundamental theorem of algebra

4th 9 Weeks:

1) Rational Exponents and Radical Functions

A) Evaluate nth roots and rational exponents

B) Apply properties of rational exponents

C) Use inverse functions

D) Graph square root and cube root functions

2) Counting Methods and Probability

A) Apply permutations

B) Use combinations and binomial theorem

C) Define and use probability

D) Find probabilities of independent and dependent events

E) Find probabilities of disjoint and overlapping events

Homework:

During every class period we will complete one section of a chapter. That night you will be asked to attempt a moderate number of equations from the book. At the beginning of class the following day your homework will be graded on completeness and effort. You will then be given time to ask questions on those equations that gave you the most difficulty. Lessons of higher importance will be carried into a second or third day with group work in class and worksheets to be completed at home. During homework review it is up to you to express where you are having difficulty before a quiz or test.

Each days notes will be posted to my school webpage by the end of the day. Here you will be able to review any days notes and see the homework assignment in case you missed it. Get used to checking this website.

Notebooks:

Each student must bring a thick three-ringed binder to class everyday. This notebook will contain this syllabus, vocabulary and formulas, and old homeworks. The notebook will be checked periodically for contents by notebook quizzes. A notebook quiz will simply ask for a definition from your notes, or the answer to a homework problem we have reviewed. The only reason to miss points on a notebook quiz is lack of effort. These points are applied to the participation portion of your grade.

Absences:

You cannot learn if you are not in school!! Make every effort possible to be in school everyday. But, if not, it is your responsibility to make up any missed assignments. Assignments will be posted on the school website. You will have as many days to make up the assignment as you were absent, unless it is a school sponsored absence (example: many band and choir students miss a lot of class for performances). In the case of one of these expected absences you should have assignments completed by the time you return to class. **If you are in an odd numbered class period and miss a Tuesday I expect you to check the homework when you come to school on Wednesday even though our class does not meet so you are ready for Thursday’s class. The same goes for those in even numbered classes that miss a Wednesday. You must stop in and get assignments and notes when you are in school on Thursday so you are ready for Friday’s class. All notes are posted to Progress Book by the end of the day. You are expected to review them when not in school.

Tutoring:

Students may receive extra help during the FAST periods, 4th period, or before and after school. However, you must see me in advance and in the case of 4th period you must not have another class. In the morning I am available at 7:15 and after school starting at 2:35, outside of baseball season. If these times do not fit your schedule other arraignments can be made.

Participation:

Grades for this category come from two places. The first is the notebook quizzes discussed earlier. For the other half of this category you will be given 2 points daily. A point may be deducted for being tardy, unprepared for class (forgetting pencil, book, paper, or notebook), creating a disturbance, or breaking any other classroom rule. If you lose both points and commit a third offense in a single day a detention will be earned.

Grades:

Grades will be weighted as follows:

Tests: 45%

Quizzes: 25%

Homework: 25%

Participation: 5%

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Please sign this page to acknowledge you have received the previous 4 pages of your child’s Algebra I course syllabus. Please do not sign until you have read the entire document. I also encourage parents to visit my school web page on a regular basis to know when homeworks are due and tests are coming. Class notes, math games, practice quizzes, and tutoring help are all available on the website. Please contact me with any questions or concerns regarding your child’s progress via email anytime.

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A warm welcome to another great year,

Mr. Busch

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