Course Goals
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To offer a multifaceted approach to algebra: students will learn to express concepts, results and problems graphically, numerically, analytically and verbally
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To use technology to help experiment, solve problems, interpret results, and support conclusions
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To learn to efficiently use a graphing calculator
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To learn problem-solving techniques that will maximize computational efficiency while minimizing computational errors
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The course will cover the following topics:
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Solving linear systems
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Adding, subtracting and multiplying polynomials
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Solving polynomial equations by factoring
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Radical expressions and equations
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Solving and applying quadratic equations
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Exponential and logarithmic equations
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Solving nonlinear systems of equations
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Sequences and series
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Data analysis, probability, and statistics
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Prerequisites
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Students should have successfully completed the equivalent of Algebra 1.
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Students should be:
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Familiar with the real number system, order of operations, and properties of real numbers
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Familiar with the writing and evaluating of algebraic expressions
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Able to solve linear equations, and equations and inequalities in two variables
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Familiar with exponents, monomials and polynomials, rational expressions and equations
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Able to factor and solve systems of linear equations and inequalities
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Able to solve and graph linear and quadratic equations
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Course Resources
Textbook and Homework
Required:
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Digital Resources ($45) purchased through Blue Tent include:
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ebook of McGraw-Hill Glencoe Algebra 2 2018
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WebAssign homework platform
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Optional:
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A hard copy of the textbook may be purchased on own or borrowed through Blue Tent OnLoan.​
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Other Resources​
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Desmos.com | a free online graphing program
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GeoGebra | a free application for students to visualize 2D and 3D geometric shapes and their properties
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Zoom | a free teleconferencing application
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Notebook or binder
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Graph paper
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Calculator
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Required: A graphing calculator will be needed.
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If students plan to purchase a graphing calculator, we recommend the TI-84 series.
Technical Resources
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Required:
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A reliable internet connection
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A computer with a web-cam
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A working microphone
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A free phone/computer scanning app (such as CamScanner and Adobe Scan)
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Recommended:
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Earbuds or a headset with a microphone (a built-in computer microphone will work if needed)
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