MS POSTL, CARSON GRAHAM IB WORLD SCHOOL



Foundations of Math 12Course OutlineMs Postl, 2016-2017Teacher: Heidi Postl, Email: hpostl@sd44.ca; website: msheidipostl.. Tutorial time: A203 – I am available after school on Day 2, and 8 am on Day 1 (except Wed). I may occasionally be available at other times – please ask!Purpose:Foundations of Math 11 is designed to prepare you to study arts and humanities at the college and university level. It does not prepare you to enter fields requiring calculus. The topics we learn in foundations are used to analyse, understand and model phenomenon in many fields including law, politics, health, environment, history, geography, anthropology, psychology, advertising and sales, internet consulting, communications, journalism etc… Although this is not the math of “everyday life”, your life may well involve a successful and rewarding career that relates to one of the exciting fields above. With any luck, the skills, knowledge and habits of mind you acquire in this course will be the math of YOUR everyday life!Text:We will use the Nelson Foundations of Math 11.Calculator:I encourage you to use DESMOS, a free online graphing calculator and app.The TI-83 or TI-84 or Cassio fx-9750 are recommended. For tests you will need a non-graphing scientific calculator.Supplies:You’ll need:graph paper and note paper, pencil and erasera small bound notebook to use as a math journala mind that’s ready to think for itself. Assessment:classwork: quizzes, small assignments and journal writes,Summative assessments: there will be a project for each term, as well as chapter tests.Final examBIG IDEAS:Logical reasoning helps us discover and describe mathematical truths and counter-examples.Proportional comparisons can be made among triangles and angles, among other things.Quadratic functions and systems of equations can be represented in many connected ways. Statistical analysis allows us to notice trends and relationships. Assessment in this course will be based on the curricular competencies of BC’s New Curriculum and will use a scale based on the IB DP program and on Marzano’s Depth of Knowledge criteria.Marking CriteriaScoreLetter Grade EquivalentWhat it means7A+ = 95-100%In addition to Score 5 performance, in-depth inferences and applications that go beyond what was taught6A- = 86-94%In addition to Score 5 performance, partial success at inferences and applications that go beyond what was taught5B = 77-85%No major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and/or processes (simple or complex) that were explicitly taught4C+/B = 67-76%No major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes and partial knowledge of the more complex ideas and processes3C =54-66%No major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes2C- = 45-53%Partial knowledge of the simpler details and processes but major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes1.0C- = 40-44%With help, a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes and some of the more complex ideas and processes0.5C- = 30-40%With help, a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes but not the more complex ideas and processes0.0F – 0-40%Even with help, no understanding or skill demonstratedLevels will be recorded in the following categories: Understanding and solving: including with technology – recall, select and use knowledge of mathematical facts, concepts and techniques in a variety of familiar and unfamiliar contexts, including those related to local First Peoples, the local community and other cultures.Reasoning and Analysing: using estimation, inductive reasoning (pattern recognition), deductive reasoning, or mathematical modelling, to solve problems in both real and abstract contexts. Communicating and representing – using paper and pencil, technology or orally, with graphs, diagrams and/or mathematical notation and vocabulary, explain and justify mathematical ideas.Connecting and reflecting - finding personal, cultural, historical or local relevance, and connections within mathematics and to other fields, and reflecting on the reliability, accuracy and/or validity of a mathematical approach.Success and Policies – To remain in good standing:Success in Foundations of math 11 – Most students find they can be successful in this course, even if they’ve struggled in previous math classes. A sustained and focused effort during class time will be the #1 thing you can do to improve your overall understanding and grade. Ask questions, participate, and above all DO MATH – watching other people do math is a start, but not the way that you will learn best. Punctuality: Shows respect for the students, teacher and subject matter. Please don’t be late!If you are late, please record your reasons in my binder. Don’t let lack of punctuality affect your good standing!Attendance and participation in class are necessary for you to succeed and excel at Foundations of Math 11. If you must be absent, please let me know ahead of time, or by email. Unless you have prearranged with me, and if I do not hear from your parents, your absence will be considered unexcused. Unexcused absences will have consequences, including the loss of good standing.Homework: homework will not be marked, but will be checked. Homework will often be completed in class time, and is necessary for individual practice and proficiency of new skills. Your good standing depends on regularly completing assigned work. Quizzes and class activities: learning opportunities provided during class time. Regular tutorial times may allow you to catch up on missed learning opportunities.Tests: If you must miss a test due to illness or emergency, please prearrange with me – email is great for this! If for some reason you find yourself completely unprepared on a test day (illness, family situation, other obligations) please come to class and speak to me about your situation. As long as you remain in good standing, we will be able to come to an arrangement. If you avoid the situation and fail to communicate, you may receive a mark of zero.Students in Good Standing: You will be allowed the opportunity to excuse a low quiz mark, receive an extension or make improvements on a project, and will receive the opportunity to rewrite a chapter test.Test makeups and rewrites: will be offered outside of class time. These opportunities will depend on your good standing!Extra Help is available, as I wish each of you to meet and exceed your mathematical goals! ................
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