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Recommended Prerequisites:
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Completion of Geometry with a C- or better for both semesters
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Basic Algebra I skills are required with mastery of solving equations, numeracy, exponents and graphing linear equations
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Recommended Prerequisites:
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Completion of Geometry with an A- or better
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Summer packet to review/refresh Algebra I standards
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Thorough knowledge of Algebra I is expected
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Student should enjoy mathematics and desire to be challenged.
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Content:
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Some place time spent reviewing Algebra I
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Linear relations and functions
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Systems of equations
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Quadratic relations and functions
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Powers and roots
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Complex numbers
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Exponents and logarithms
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Polynomials
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Sequences and series
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Matrices
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Content:
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Minimal class time spent reviewing Algebra I
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Linear relations and function
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Quadratic relations and functions
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Exponential and logarithmic functions
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Rational and irrational algebraic functions
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Higher degree functions
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Complex numbers – arithmetic and graphing
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Sequences and series
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Probability
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Data analysis
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Conic sections
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Matrices
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Activities:
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Group work
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Lectures
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Quizzes and tests
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Activities:
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Very fast paced course with the first three chapters covered in less than two weeks
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Sections are covered in one day
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Group work
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Presenting problems on the board
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Challenge group problems
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Daily quizzes
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Group projects
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Homework:
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Assigned daily (including weekends)
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Assigned problems mainly from the first 2/3 of the problem set and are mostly straightforward questions.
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Required to read the text, take notes and show work
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Homework:
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Assigned daily (including weekends)
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Assigned problems are typically challenging requiring problem solving skills
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Problems require synthesis of learned skills and concepts
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Required to read the text, take notes and show work
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