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Accelerated Mathematics 2:
Advanced Algebra,
Geometry and Statistics
Course Syllabus for Gay Solomon
[email protected]
COURSE DESCRIPTION, GOALS, AND OBJECTIVES
This is the second in a sequence of mathematics courses designed to prepare students to
take AB or BC Advanced Placement Calculus. It includes right triangle trigonometry;
exponential, logarithmic, and higher degree polynomial functions; matrices; linear
programming; vertex-edge graphs; conic sections; planes and spheres; population means,
standard deviations, and normal distributions. (Prerequisite: Accelerated Math 1 or
Mathematics 2.)
This course requires students to:
 Perform basic operations with matrices;
 Use matrices to formulate and solve problems;
 Solve linear programming problems in two variables;
 Understand and apply matrix representations of vertex-edge graphs;
 Identify and use special right triangles;
 Define and apply sine, cosine, and tangent ratios to right triangles;
 Investigate the relationship between lines and circles;
 Investigate planes and spheres;
 Explore inverses of functions;
 Analyze graphs of polynomial functions of higher degree;
 Solve a variety of equations and inequalities;
 Explore exponential functions;
 Explore logarithmic functions as inverses of exponential functions;
 Use sample data to make informal inferences about population means and standard
deviations;
 Create probability histograms of discrete random variables, using both experimental
and theoretical probabilities;
 Solve problems involving probabilities by interpreting a normal distribution as a
probability histogram for a continuous random variable;
 Understand the differences between experimental and observational studies by
posing questions and collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data;
 Investigate the relationships between lines and circles;
 Recognize, analyze, and graph the equations of the conic sections (parabolas, circles,
ellipses, and hyperbolas.
COURSE UNITS
 Unit 1 – Matrices and Linear Programming
 Unit 2 – Right Triangles, Circles, and Spheres
 Unit 3 – Higher Degree Polynomials
 Unit 4 – Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
 Unit 5 – Data Analysis
 Unit 6 – Conics
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This course will also review units from Accelerated Math I as deemed necessary by the
instructor
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION/LEARNING
Students will be given an opportunity daily to participate in class activities to learn algebra,
geometry, and statistics concepts by practice. It is the student’s responsibility to come to
class prepared to learn and to be a positive addition to the classroom each day.
 Class
 Question/answer
lecture/discussion/demonstration
 Performance/learning tasks
 Guided practice
GRADING POLICY
Grades will be calculated for assessment items that include (but are not limited to) classwork
and homework (20%), performance tasks (15%), quizzes (15%), tests (30%), and exams (20%once each 9 weeks). The student score on the Mathematics 2 End-of-Course Test (EOCT) will
represent 15% of the final course grade, as required by the state.
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
Students will be responsible for all school rules in addition to the following.
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Be Present and on Time.
Participate in class discussions and activities
Be Prepared --Bring Book, Homework, Pencil, Paper, and Calculator to Class Every Day
Do Your Best.
Show Respect.
TEXTBOOK AND MATERIALS:
 Books – Georgia High School Mathematics 2, 2008, and Discovering Advanced
Algebra.
 Materials you need to have –
o Required: Paper, Pencil, calculator (minimum-scientific calculator, suggestedgraphing calculator (prefer TI-83, 84, or TI Inspire).
o Recommended: a binder for organization.
I cannot overemphasize the importance of a calculator.
I am available for tutoring Mondays 3:30-4:30 and Thursdays 7:45-8:20. I am also available at
other times by appointment.
The best way to contact me is through e-mail:
Thank you,
Gay Solomon
[email protected]
Please return this portion as soon as possible and notify me of any
changes throughout the semester.
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