Pre-AP / Advanced Geometry Syllabus 2018-2019 Teacher: Laura Washington School Phone: 205-629-6222 Email: The Geometry course builds on Algebra I concepts and increases students’ knowledge of shapes and their properties through geometry-based applications, many of which are observable in aspects of everyday life. This knowledge helps develop visual and spatial sense and strong reasoning skills. The Geometry course requires students to make conjectures and to use reasoning to validate or negate these conjectures. The use of proofs and constructions is a valuable tool that enhances reasoning skills and enables students to better understand more complex mathematical concepts. Technology should be used to enhance students’ mathematical experience, not replace their reasoning abilities. Because of its importance, this Euclidean geometry course is required of all students receiving an Alabama High School Diploma. Parents and Students, The above description for Geometry is found in the Alabama Mathematics Course of Study. We will be implementing the Course of Study which contains the National Common Core Standards. In this syllabus, I am including important information about the day to day expectations for my classroom. I am also including my classroom rules, supply list, grading, and other important information. Please feel free to contact me by email or call the school to set up an appointment before or after school. Sincerely, Mrs. Washington
Pre-AP / Advanced Geometry Syllabus 2018-2019 Teacher: Laura Washington Email: School Phone: 205-629-6222 The Geometry course builds on Algebra I concepts and increases students’ knowledge of shapes and their properties through geometry-based applications, many of which are observable in aspects of everyday life. This knowledge helps develop visual and spatial sense and strong reasoning skills. The Geometry course requires students to make conjectures and to use reasoning to validate or negate these conjectures. The use of proofs and constructions is a valuable tool that enhances reasoning skills and enables students to better understand more complex mathematical concepts. Technology should be used to enhance students’ mathematical experience, not replace their reasoning abilities. Because of its importance, this Euclidean geometry course is required of all students receiving an Alabama High School Diploma. Parents and Students, The above description for Geometry is found in the Alabama Mathematics Course of Study. We will be implementing the Course of Study which contains the National Common Core Standards. In this syllabus, I am including important information about the day to day expectations for my classroom. I am also including my classroom rules, supply list, grading, and other important information. Please feel free to contact me by email or call the school to set up an appointment before or after school. Sincerely, Mrs. Washington
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