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Math 20-2
Mr. Johnson
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“-2” Course Sequence
This course sequence is designed to provide students with the mathematical
understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in
programs that do not require the study of calculus. Topics include geometry,
measurement, number and logic, logical reasoning, relations and functions,
statistics, and probability.
As such, students are expected to:
1. Demonstrate effective communication skills, both orally and
written
2. Understand that math is a powerful set of processes, models
and skills that can solve non-routine problems.
3. Work individually and cooperatively to solve problems
4. Use the graphing calculator for mathematical exploration,
modeling and problem solving.
Evaluation:
Course mark will be primarily determined through the following
approximate assessment measures:
1.
Quizzes and Tests
2.
Mathematical Research Project
3.
Observation
4.
Final Exam
Course Content: (As indicated in the Alberta Program of Studies)
Relations & Functions (Chapter 6 & 7)
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics of quadratic functions, including:
• Vertex
• Intercepts
• Domain and range
• Axis of symmetry.
2. Solve problems that involve quadratic equations
Number & Logic (Chapter 1 & 4)
1. Analyze and prove conjectures, using inductive and deductive reasoning, to solve
problems.
2. Analyze puzzles and games that involve spatial reasoning, using problem-solving
strategies.
3. Solve problems that involve operations on radicals and radical expressions with
numerical and variable radicands (limited to square roots).
4. Solve problems that involve radical equations (limited to square roots or cube roots).
Geometry (Chapter 2&3)
1. Derive proofs that involve the properties of angles and triangles.
2. Solve problems that involve properties of angles and triangles.
3. Solve problems that involve the cosine law and the sine law, excluding the ambiguous
case.
Statistics (Chapter 5)
1. Demonstrate an understanding of normal distribution, including:
• Standard deviation
• Z-scores.
2. Interpret statistical data, using:
• Confidence intervals
• Confidence levels
• Margin of error.
Measurement (Chapter 8)
1. Solve problems that involve the application of rates.
2. Solve problems that involve scale diagrams, using proportional reasoning.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationships among scale factors, areas,
surface areas and volumes of similar 2-D shapes and 3-D objects
Resources:
Principles of Mathematics 11 Nelson, (2011)
**Please bring a set of whiteboard markers to class. We will use them on occasion
for assignments.
USE YOUR CLASS-TIME WELL! SCHEDULE A MINIMUM OF ½ HOUR FOR DAILY
MATH REVIEW/PRACTICE OUTSIDE OF CLASS