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Algebra 1 Syllabus
2009-2010
Classroom: 503
Planning Period: 6th
School Phone: 479-631-3615
School Email Address: rwoodson@rps.k12.ar.us
School Web Page: www.rogers.k12.ar.us
C. Course Description
This course is the foundation of all higher mathematics. The course contains a study of
real numbers, polynomials, rational expressions, problem-solving skills, graphing,
solutions of equations and inequalities, and systems of open sentences. NOTE: Students
taking this course will take both the Algebra I End-of-Course Exam, as well as the 8th
grade Math Benchmark Exam.
D. Method of Instruction
A variety of methods of instruction will be used in the class. The most important method
is guided practice. I believe that perfect practice is the best way to learn anything.
Discovery activities will also be a large part of the learning. I think that students learn
more when they discover the rules of math than when they are told the rules of math.
Note taking will be important as will in class assignments.
E. Motivational Strategies
Some motivational strategies that I may use are
1) Positive Reinforcement- The teacher will encourage and exclaim either written or
orally exceptional work.
2) Corrections- Students will receive extra points for politely offering corrections of
the teacher’s statements, steps, or answers to a problem.
3) RESPECT- I will treat my students as young adults. I will address them by their
name or sir/ma’am, I will give them opportunities to succeed and answer
questions successfully during class time, and I will take an interest in their lives
outside of the classroom by going to their extra-curricular activities in order to
build confidence in me and more importantly his/her self
E. Course Objectives
Students will score proficient or advanced on the 8th grade Benchmark exam and Algebra
1 end of course exam.
Students will be fully prepared to advance to Geometry
Students will gain a higher appreciation for mathematics and learning.
F. Course Topics
Language of algebra, solving equations and inequalities, linear functions, non-linear
functions, and data interpretation and probability.
H. Grading Plan
1. Semester grades will be assigned as follows:
100%-89.5% A
<89.5%-79.5% B
<79.5%-69.5% C
<69.5%-59.5% D
<59.5% F
F. Absences
If you miss a day due to illness, it is your responsibility to find out what you missed, and
make it up. If you do not understand the concept then it is your responsibility to set up a
time with Mr. Woodson or another teacher to go over it either before or after school
G. Make-up Work
It is the student’s responsibility to find any assignment that he/she missed while absent.
This work is due within a week of the student’s absence. The student can find any
handouts in the make-up work folder and bin. If a student is absent for more than a week,
he will need to talk to me to make arrangements. If a student misses a test, he/she should
be prepared to take the test when he/she returns. If a student misses multiple days before
the test, he/she is responsible for meeting with Mr. Woodson and together they will
decide when the student will make up the test.
J. Cell Phones
Are not to be seen or heard. If Mr. Woodson witnesses a cell phone being used, he will
confiscate the cell phone.
K. Classroom Rules
Class rules will be created with the assistance of the students after school has started.
They will fit in with my personal expectations for the class.
M. Tutoring
I will be offer tutoring on an as needed basis before or after school. The student will
need to set up an appointment with Mr. Woodson.
O. Signatures
My signature below indicates that I have read and understand this syllabus and have been
given a copy of my own to keep.