Note: The math department has
requested that all students get teacher approval (signatures) for
all math courses.
To be scheduled into an accelerated course
you must have: teacher signature, a 3.0 average in math course work,
and an overall 2.8 GPA.
ALGEBRA I
Algebra I focuses on developing a rich understanding of fundamental
algebraic ideas in realistic settings. Students explore data, the
patterns formed by data, and the mathematical relations and functions
that represent data. Topics studied include variables, operations
and properties of real numbers, equivalent expressions and equations,
solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities, systems, exponential
growth, and compound interest. Special emphasis is placed on developing
an understanding of functions. Applications, geometry, and statistics
are used to develop the algebra of linear equations and inequalities;
probability concepts are studied in conjunction with algebraic fractions.
Applications motivate all topics studied in Algebra I.
ALGEBRA I ACCELERATED
The material taught in Algebra I is taught in greater depth. More
emphasis is placed on theory and verbal problems.
ALGEBRA II
Algebra II provides an avenue for sharpening the understanding of
algebraic concepts introduced in Algebra I and geometry and for extending
the use of functions as models for real-world situations. Students
explore algebraic expressions and forms, especially linear and quadratic
forms, powers and roots, absolute value, and functions based on these
concepts. Topics include logarithmic, trigonometric, and higher-order
polynomial functions, sequences, and matrices. Algebraic and geometric
topics are extended and connected to topics in statistics, probability,
and discrete mathematics. You must have passed the math section of
the GEE (Leap) in order to enroll/stay in this course.
ALGEBRA II ACCELERATED
The material taught in Algebra II is taught in greater depth.
ADVANCED MATHEMATICS I ACCELERATED
This course includes working with circular functions, trigonometric
functions, graphing, identities and conditional equations, inverse
of trigonometric functions, polar coordinates.
CALCULUS ACCELERATED
This introductory course in calculus is primarily concerned with an
intuitive understanding of the concepts of calculus and with experiencing
its methods and applications. The course introduces students to topics
in differential and integral calculus. Topics covered include analytic
geometry; properties of functions and their graphs; limits; continuity;
derivatives; and indefinite and definite integrals. Additional topics
investigated include differentiation and integration of algebraic,
exponential and logarithmic, and trigonometric for applying formulas
and theorems, such as the Mean-Value Theorem and the Fundamental Theorem
of Calculus. Applications of the derivative and definite integral
include curve sketching, area under a curve, volumes of solids of
revolution, optimization problems, growth and decay problems, and
their applications to real-life situations.
FINANCIAL MATHEMATICS
This course is designed to focus on mathematical concepts and applications
needed for the design and management of personal and business finances.
Financial Mathematics serves as a foundation for ALL students to learn
to make mathematically sound decisions in their roles as consumers,
employees, and/or entrepreneurs. This course extends students' knowledge
of whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents as well as basic
statistics and probability, algebra, geometry, and data analysis in
the context of relevant real life problem-solving situations. Emphasis
is placed on various mathematical processes which include manual or
electronic calculations of payroll, income tax preparations, interest
computation, consumer information, managing income, buying insurance,
selling and buying, making sound credit and investment decisions and
other items that may be related to personal and business transactions.
Mathematical and communication skills are reinforced in this course
as well as critical thinking skills through applications of math in
personal finance and in business. No prerequisite.
GEOMETRY
Geometry focuses on the study of visual patterns and the use of geometry
to describe the physical universe and to represent mathematical concepts.
Students utilize inductive reasoning to discover patterns and make
conjectures; students employ deductive reasoning to confirm conjectures
through proof. Topics include measurement formulas; geometric and
spatial visualization; drawing skills; properties of congruence, similarity,
parallelism, and perpendicularity; different methods of proof; properties
of plane and solid figures; and different approaches to geometry,
such as transformational, synthetic, coordinate, and vector approaches.
Geometry provides unifying concepts that are used throughout high
school mathematics.
GEOMETRY ACCELERATED
This course covers the same topics as those in the regular Geometry
course except that the topics are introduced and taught in more depth.
More emphasis is placed on proofs.
INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE ALGEBRA
This is an introductory course in algebra that emphasizes number sense,
pattern recognition, construction of tables of values, graphing, lines
and quadratic functions, solving real world exercises, and communicating
mathematical information accurately. There will be emphasis on open-ended
problems, on developing concepts through writing and reasoning, on
becoming familiar with lines and non-linear functions, and on the
use of the graphing calculator as a tool in learning. This course
counts as an elective credit. It is taught in participating high schools
that have signed a contract with Southeastern Louisiana University
stating their intent to follow course guidelines designated by SLU's
Department of Developmental Education. This course is recommended
for students with a math ACT score of 17 or below.
There are content material, examples, practice
problems, and answers for GEE, ACT, Geometry,
Algebra II, and Calculus on Hollie Thompson's web site: click below
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