Los Altos High School

Recommended Prerequisites:

• Completion of Algebra I with a C- or better for both semesters

• Basic Algebra I skills are required, especially basic equation-solving abilities

Recommended Prerequisites:

• Completion of Algebra I with an A- or better

• Thorough knowledge of Algebra I is expected in advance and is used throughout the course

• Student should enjoy mathematics and desire to be challenged

Content:

• Properties of Polygons

• Measurement formulas for two and three dimensional figures

• Triangle congruence and similarity theorems

• Transformations and isometries

• Logic and indirect reasoning

• Basic trigonometric functions

• Proofs – not as rigorously as in honors

Content:

All topics/content from Geometry, plus:

• Proofs – emphasized throughout course

• Angles and perpendicular lines

• Deductive and inductive reasoning

• Parallel lines and planes

• Plane figures

• Measuring Plane figures

• Basic trigonometric functions

Activities:

• Some class time will be spent reviewing topics from Algebra I

• Frequent quizzes

• Test at end of chapter

• Small group projects

• Multiple modes of instruction including lecture, group work, whole class discussion, etc

Activities:

• Minimal class time is spent reviewing topics from Algebra I.

• Approach is theoretical, proof-based

• Pacing is faster (one section per day)

• Algebraic properties are used in proofs as well as for computation.

• One quiz and test per chapter

• One major group project each semester

• Daily, oral class participation is expected

• Students will be expected to work independently as well as in small groups

• Participation in Continental Math League contest is required

Homework:

• Assigned daily (including weekends)

• Assigned problems mainly from the first 2/3 of the problem set and are mostly straightforward questions.

• Required to read the text, take notes and show work

Homework:

• Assigned daily (including weekends)

• Assigned problems are typically challenging requiring problem solving skills

• Required to read the text, take notes and show work