According to Iowa Core/Common Core Mathematics, key ideas in the study of Geometry are:
Unit One: Congruence, Proof, and Constructions Unit Two: Similarity, Proof, and Trigonometry Unit Three: Extending to Three Dimensions Unit Four: Connecting Algebra and Geometry Through Coordinates Unit Five: Circles With and Without Coordinates Unit Six: Applications of Probability However, in addition to the topics of study, the focus of the Iowa and Common Core curriculum is on developing the 8 mathematical practices through purposeful instruction. These mathematical practices are to: 1. Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. 2. Reason abstractly and quantitatively. 3. Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. 4. Model with mathematics. 5. Use appropriate tools strategically. 6. Attend to precision. 7. Look for and make use of structure. 8. Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning. In order to develop these mathematical practices in students, the Iowa Core calls for three distinct forms of instruction: 1. Rich Mathematical Tasks Fosters conceptual understanding Develops skill proficiency 2. Problem-Based Instructional Tasks Emphasize connections Provide multiple solution pathways Facilitate student involvement and discourse 3. Distributed Practice that is Meaningful and Purposeful Develops understanding Addresses specific needs and curricular goals Concise intervals of consistent practice spread across the school year Mrs. Spelhaug - Open House PPT & Video |
What does all of this mean for you??? In order to be successful in this course, you will need to:
1. Be an active learner: Pay attention, take notes, ask questions, participate, discuss, debate, think, etc. (All of this requires that you stay awake! J) 2. Be a responsible student. Bring your supplies to class each day. Show you are really striving to understand and learn by being a contributing group member when working with your peers and proactively seeking help when you have questions. Be an honest worker: copied work whether it is homework, a quiz, or a test does not help you to learn geometry and will not be accepted for credit. 3. Do the things respectful people do. Be in your seat ready to work when the bell rings, listen while others are speaking. Keep cell phones and music devices put away. Keep trips that take you out of class to a minimum. Do not bring food or drink other than water to class. Required Materials: The following materials are to be brought to class each day. 1. Scientific Calculator (TI-30X IIS recommended) or a graphing calculator (TI-83 or 84 family) if you have one or will need it in the future 2. 1.5 or 2- inch 3-ring binder 3. Some loose-leaf lined paper 4. Compass 5. Protractor (with ruler measurement along the bottom) 6. Divider Tabs 7. Pencils |