Course Description:

In the first half of the course, students learn about number theory, computing with real numbers, basic algebra, linear equations, non-linear equations and functions, inequalities, geometric figures, ratio, proportion and percent, data analysis, and problem solving. In addition, students use an almanac of math-related skills and a glossary of mathematical formulas, terms, and symbols. The text and study guide require students to find definitions, procedures, explanations, and rules.

In the second half of the course, students learn about logic and proof, basic elements of geometry, coordinate geometry, polygons, measurement, similarity, congruence, transformations, circles, solids, problem solving and non-Euclidean geometry. In addition, students use an almanac of math-related skills and a glossary of mathematics formulas, terms, and symbols. The text and study guide require students to find definition, procedures, explanations, and rules.

Students use an approach that integrates reading and thinking to learn key strategies needed to interpret a variety of written and graphic material. This course introduces the core skills learners need to master basic competencies in mathematics. The format of the course encourages both individual study as well as cooperative learning. The student is encouraged to express his/her knowledge orally with an instructor.

Internet-based instruction is available to supplement all written work. Students will be provided instruction, practice, and inventory assessments through the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) LiteracyLink. Students will also be provided the Encyclopedia Britannica Online, World Data Analyst, Annals of American History and Merriam-Webster's 3rd Unabridged Dictionary as online resources.

Primary textbooks: Algebra to Go and Geometry to Go

This course incorporates state academic content and learning standards. 1.0 credit

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Mathematics is designed to reinforce reading comprehension, discussion, and writing skills while studying mathematics. Students use an approach that integrates reading, writing, and thinking to learn key strategies needed to interpret a variety of written and graphic material. This course introduces the core skills which learners need to master in the basic competencies of reading and mathematics. The format of the course encourages both individual study as well as cooperative learning. The student is encouraged to express his/her knowledge orally through discussion with an instructor.

Key content areas in mathematics include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers; the same four basic operations with fractions and decimals; and work with ratios, proportions, percents, and probability. Content areas studied in algebra include prime factorization, distribution, algebraic expressions, combining like terms, algebraic equations, working with exponents and roots, scientific notation, polynomials, absolute value, matrices, inequalities, linear equations, graphing linear equations, systems of equations, quadratic equations. Topics in geometry include triangles, linear measurement, angles, the Pythagorean theorem, geometric shapes, three-dimensional figures, surface area, volume, circles, the metric system, and conversion factors.

Students will be provided instruction, practice, and inventory assessments through the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) LiteracyLink. Students will also be provided the Encyclopedia Britannica Online, World Data Analyst, Annals of American History and Merriam-Webster's 3rd Unabridged Dictionary as online resources.

Primary textbook: Contemporary's Number Power : A Real World Approach to Math

This course incorporates state academic content and learning standards. 1.0 credit

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Algebra 1-2 is designed to reinforce reading comprehension, discussion, and referencing skills while studying algebra. Students use an approach that integrates reading, writing, and thinking to learn key strategies needed to interpret a variety of written and graphic material. This course introduces the core skills which learners need to master in the basic competencies of reading and mathematics. The format of the course encourages both individual study as well as cooperative learning. The student is encouraged to express his/her knowledge orally through discussion with an instructor.

Students study operations with signed numbers, powers/roots, algebraic expressions and formulas, linear/quadratic equations, graphing equations, inequalities, polynomials, and factoring. Students use these skills in applications, such as simple interest, word problems, temperature conversions, and absolute value. They will also discover the process of problem solving in algebra through written and oral explanations of their work.

Students will be provided instruction, practice, and inventory assessments through the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) LiteracyLink. Students will also be provided the Encyclopedia Britannica Online, World Data Analyst, Annals of American History and Merriam-Webster's 3rd Unabridged Dictionary as online resources.

Primary textbook: Contemporary's Number Power 3: Algebra: A Real World Approach to Math

This course incorporates state academic content and learning standards. 1.0 credit

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Geometry 1-2 is designed to reinforce reading comprehension, discussion, and referencing skills while studying geometry. Students use an approach that integrates reading, writing, and thinking to learn key strategies needed to interpret a variety of written and graphic material. This course introduces the core skills which learners need to master in the basic competencies of reading and mathematics. The format of the course encourages both individual study as well as cooperative learning. The student is encouraged to express his/her knowledge orally through discussion with an instructor.

In the angles unit, students study measuring angles, types of angles, complementary/supplementary angles, parallel lines, and transversals. In the triangles unit, students learn about the sum of angles in a triangle, working with definitions of triangles, similar triangles, squares and square roots, and the Pythagorean theorem. In the plane figures unit, topics addressed are: customary and metric length units, measurement, perimeter, polygons, and area. In the solid figures unit, students study common solid figures and volume. Students use these skills in applications, such as construction, design, capacity, and photography. They will also discover the process of problem solving in geometry through written and oral explanations of their work.

Internet-based instruction is available to supplement all written work. Students will be provided instruction, practice, and inventory assessments through the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) LiteracyLink. Students will also be provided the Encyclopedia Britannica Online, World Data Analyst, Annals of American History and Merriam-Webster's 3rd Unabridged Dictionary as online resources.

Primary textbook: Contemporary's Number Power 4: Geometry: A Real World Approach to Math

This course incorporates state academic content and learning standards. 1.0 credit

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Advanced Mathematics is designed to reinforce reading comprehension, discussion, and referencing skills while studying advanced mathematics and trigonometry. Students use an approach that integrates reading, writing, and thinking to learn key strategies needed to interpret a variety of written and graphic material. This course introduces the core skills learners need to master basic competencies in reading and mathematics. The format of the course encourages both individual study as well as cooperative learning. The student is encouraged to express his or her knowledge orally through group discussion and teamwork.

This course contains an in-depth coverage of trigonometry, logarithms, analytic geometry, and upper-level algebraic concepts. Primary emphasis is on a continuation of the practice in the fundamental skills of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, while upper-level algebraic concepts and skills are introduced. In this course a heavy emphasis is placed on the study of trigonometric functions, common and natural logarithms, and the equations of conics.

Internet-based instruction is available to supplement all written work. Students will be provided instruction, practice, and inventory assessments through the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) LiteracyLink. Students will also be provided the Encyclopedia Britannica Online, World Data Analyst, Annals of American History and Merriam-Webster's 3rd Unabridged Dictionary as online resources.

Primary textbook: Advanced Mathematics: An Incremental Development

This course incorporates state academic content and learning standards. 1.0 credit


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Data Analysis/Measurement is designed to reinforce reading comprehension, discussion skills while studying key concepts in data analysis and measurement.

In the data analysis component of this course, students learn key concepts in analyzing data, creating and interpreting charts and graphs, working with statistics, and understanding probability. Students will formulate questions to collect data in contextual situations, organize collected data into an appropriate graphical representation using mean, median, and mode, and display as lists, tables, matrices, and plots. This course emphasizes critical thinking with data. In addition, students use an almanac of mathematics related skills and glossary of mathematical formulas, terms, and symbols.

The measurment component of this course emphasizes algebraic and geometric use of measurement. Students will cover topics that include measuring length, angles, area and perimeter, capacity, cylindrical and conic volume. Students also compare and order weights, temperature, time, and study velocity. Both customary and metric uints are covered. Students use an approach that integrates reading, and thinking to learn key strategies need to interpret a variety of written and graphic materials.

Students will be provided instruction, practice, and inventory assessments through the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) LiteracyLink. Students will also be provided as a resource the Encyclopedia Britannica Online, World Data Analyst, Annals of American History and Merriam-Webster's 3rd Unabridged Dictionary as online resources.

Primary textbooks: Contemporary's Number Power 9 Measurement and Contemporary's Number Power Analyzing Data

This course incorporates state academic content and learning standards. 1.0 credit

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Calculus is designed to reinforce reading comprehension, discussion, and referencing skills while studying calculus. Students use an approach that integrates reading, writing, and thinking to learn key strategies needed to interpret a variety of written and graphic material. This course introduces the core skills which learners need to master in the basic competencies of reading and mathematics. The format of this course encourages both individual study as well as cooperative learning. The student is encouraged to express his or her knowledge orally with an instructor.

Calculus is made of four instructional components: Introduction of the new increment, examples with complete solutions, daily problem sets, and cumulative tests. The instruction takes full advantage of graphing calculators. Calculus included such topics as: Review of functions and trigonometry, limits, graphing calculators, derivatives, integrals, optimization problems, techniques of integration, polar functions, area between two curves, inverse functions, motion analysis, continuity, L'Hopital's rule, logarithmic differentiation, parametric functions, Mean Value Theorem, Newton's method, trapezoidal rule, series, tests of convergence, slope fields, Euler's method, logistic growth, arc length, applications of integrals, solids of revolution.

Students will be provided instruction, practice, and inventory assessments through the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) LiteracyLink. Students will also be provided the Encyclopedia Britannica Online, World Data Analyst, Annals of American History and Merriam-Webster's 3rd Unabridged Dictionary as online resources.

Primary textbook: Saxon Calculus

This course incorporates state academic content and learning standards. 1.0 credit