Algebra 1

Algebra is the entry point for the majority of incoming 9th graders. This course is the foundation for all future math courses. In this course, algebra topics are integrated with geometry, probability and statistics. Graphing lines, the study of functions, systems of equations and inequalities, polynomials, and square roots are all elements of the course. Many topics are woven together and applications are emphasized throughout. Reading and daily practice are critical to student success in this course. Demonstration of individual proficiency is required.

Student taking this course are required to have a TI-36 or higher scientific calculator.

eCM Moodle

Click here (or to the left on the Moodle icon) and find a record of all of the slides and problems as worked out on our Promethean whiteboard from each day of class, and much more! You will need to have your LRC login and password (and on your first visit, you might need an enrolment key from me).
online textbook
 Click here (or to the left on the book icon) to navigate to our excellent online textbook. You will need your login name and password. If you want anything assigned or unlocked, contact me.

Our chapter twelve test will occur on Tuesday, May 31st.

 

Projects & such

The following assignments should be turned in during class on each indicated day:

Day
Assignment
  
#
to be assigned  
4
   
5
   
6

Late work will be penalized 10% for each day that it is overdue.

I will announce extra-credit opportunities in class from time-to-time. In many cases you will also find these posted on our weblog, or noted in the slides from that day's class. Look at each one and consider whether you want to give it a try. Every successful extra-credit submission will replace your lowest homework, classwork, or bellwork score. (Extra-credit work has no effect on projects, or quiz scores.)

 

Homework

If you are absent for any reason, you should complete all homework that was due on the day (or days) you missed, from this list:

Day
Lesson
§
 Homework:
#
4/4
 Back to Factoring
9-5
 (no assignment due)
127
4/5
 Factoring: trinomials x2 + bx +c
9-6
 read pp481-483;
do pp483-484: 2-38 even
128
4/6
 Factoring: trinomials ax2 + bx +c
9-7
 complete worksheet (col 1);
HW - p487: 2 & 4
129
4/7
 Factoring Special Cases,
and Grouping
9-8
 pp487-488: 6-26 even
130
4/8
 Chapter 9 Exam
Ch 9
 study for test; prepare notes
131
4/11
 Quadratics: Equations & Graphing
10-1
 (no assignment due)
132
4/12
 Quadratic Functions
10-2
10-3
pp513-514: 2-20 even, 21-26
133
4/13
 Solving Quadratic Equations:
by Graphing
10-4
 pp520-521: 18-30 even
p526: 26-37 all
134
4/14
 Solving Quadratic Equations:
by Graphing and Factoring
10-4
10-5
p531: 10-20 all
135
4/15

Solving Quadratic Equations:
by Factoring
10-5
 ( -- )
136
4/18
 Solving Quadratic Equations:
by Factoring
10-5
 Practice 10-5 worksheet:
third column 3-21
137
4/19
 Solving Quadratic Equations
by completing the square
10-6
 Finish third column: 24-52,
plus #33 for extra credit
138
4/20
 Solving Quadratic Equations
using the quadratic formula
10-7
 p544: 2-20 even
(for xc, p538: 28-34 even)
139
4/21
 Choosing a Model, and Review
10-8
 read pp547-548;
do p550: 2-14 even
140
4/26
 Chapter 10 Exam
Ch 10
 study for test; prepare notes
complete practice exam p572
(q's 41, 44-47 are xc)
141
4/27
 Radical Expressions, Equations,
and Functions: Simplifying
11-1
 (no assignment due; except
possible test corrections)
142
4/28
 (no school today)
-
 (no power at LHS)
-
4/29
 Radical Notation, Simplification...
11-1
 p581: 2-24 even
143
5/2
 The Pythagorean Theorem
11-2
 p582: 28-50, 58-66 every
other even and 69-71 all
144
5/3
 Distance & Midpoint Formulas
Operations with Radical Expressions
11-3
11-4
 p587: 2-24 even
p581: 70, 71 (if needed)
145
5/4
 More Radical Arithmetic
11-4
 p595: 1-14 all
146
5/5
 Preparing Notes for an Exam I
all
 p603: 2-14 even
147
5/6
 Preparing Notes for an Exam II
all
 work on test corrections
and prepare notes
148
5/9
 Chapter 10 Re-Exam
Ch 11
 study for test; prepare notes
149
5/10
 Arithmetic with Radical Expressions
11-4
 p603: 3-15 odd, 16-36 even
150
5/11
 Solving Radical Equations
11-5
  
151
5/12
 Solving Radical Equations
11-5
 p610: 2-8 even
152
5/13
 Graphing Radical Functions
11-6
 p610: 10-28 even
153
5/16
 Review for Chapter 11 Exam
Ch 11
 p632 practest: 1-4, 6-13,
16 or 17, 18-27, 29-42
154
5/17
 Chapter 11 Exam
Ch 11
 prepare notes and study for
exam (look at pp629-631)
155
5/18
 Rational Function Prep
Ch 12
 (no assignment)
156
5/19
 Introducting Rational Functions
12-1
 p640: 2-38 even
157
5/20
 Simplifying Rational Expressions
12-2
 p648: 2-18 even
158
5/23
 Simplifying Rational Expressions
12-3
 p654: 2-6 even, 7-15 all
159
5/24
 Multiplying/Dividing REs
12-4
 p654: 16-32 even
160
5/25
 Adding/Subtracting REs
12-6
 p659: 2-28 even
170
5/26
 Solving REs & Prep for Ch 12 Exam
12-7
 pp669-670: 4-12, 20-28 even
p675: 4-12, 18 even
171
5/31
 Questions & Ch 12 Review,
then...the Chapter 12 Exam
Ch 12
 “practice exam” pp693-695:
6-11, 15-18 all, 22-30 evens,
37-40, 42-47 all; make notes
172
6/1
 review for semester exam
Sem2
 p388: 14-24 even;
p389: 38-44 even
173
6/2
 review for semester exam
Sem2

p447: 12-24 even;
p448: 28-38, 42-48 even
174
6/3
 review for semester exam
Sem2
 Test Topics Scavenger Hunt
175
6/7
 Semester Two Examination
Sem2
 8:30 am in Room B201
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Make-up work for a day’s absence is due the day following your return to class. If you complete it and turn it in on the first day you return to class, you will receive a 10% scoring bonus. Like other work, it will be penalized 10% for each day that it is overdue.