Grade9_Outline

Course outline (Revised 2005) Topics of Study: NUMBER SENSE AND ALGEBRA 1. Exponents 2. Expressions and Equations LINEAR RELATIONS 3. Data Management 4. Characteristics of Linear Relations 5. Representations of Linear Relations ANALYTIC GEOMETRY 6. Equations and Graphs of Relations 7. Slope 8. Applications of Linear Relations MEASUREMENT AND GEOMETRY 9. Optimal Values 10. Perimeter, Area, Surface Area, Volume 11. Geometric Relationships Evaluation o Knowledge and Understanding (35%) o Thinking (15%) o Communication (15%) o Application (35%) TERM - 70% of the final grade (quizzes, tests, etc.) EXAM - 30% of the final grade (during class and final exam) LEARNING SKILLS - responsibility, organization, independent work, collaboration, initiative, and self-regulation
 * Principles of Mathematics, Grade 9, Academic
 * Textbook reference: Mathematics 9 (Nelson)
 * Ministry Document: The Ontario Curriculum, Grade 9 and 10, Mathematics


 * Policies **
 * Attendance **
 * Attend class on a daily basis.
 * Arrive to class on time. You will be marked as late if you arrive after the bell and absent if you miss at least half the period.
 * Obtain any information missed during an absence.
 * Daily attendance, seatwork, activities, and homework are essential components of the course. Students who miss a large number of classes may not be successful in this course.
 * Supplies **
 * Bring the following materials to class everyday: textbook, pencil, pen, coloured pen/pencil, ruler, protractor, scientific calculator, binder, and lined/graph paper.
 * Students are responsible for any damage done to their textbook.
 * If a textbook is lost,you the student will have to pay for a replacement.

** Evaluation **
 * Classroom Behaviour **
 * Copy down all notes and examples and keep them organized in a binder.
 * Complete all assigned work to the best of your ability and keep this work organized in a binder.
 * Participate in classroom activities.
 * Ask and answer questions during class by raising your hand.
 * Be respectful of the teacher and the other students in the classroom.
 * Do not talk when the teacher is talking.
 * No food or drink (other than water) are allowed in the classroom.
 * In accordance with department policy, personal electronic devices (PEDs) are not permitted in class.
 * Use class time effectively by staying on task during seatwork and minimizing off task or disruptive behaviour.
 * The school/board/ministry policies regarding assessment and evaluation will be followed.
 * Students are required to be present for all tests, quizzes, assignments,etc.
 * Unexplained or invalid absences on the day of a test/quiz/assignment will result in a mark of zero for that item.
 * Students who miss a test/quiz/assignment/etc. due to a verified and legitimate absence will write a make-up on the day the student returns to school.
 * Under extenuating circumstances a student may request a time extension.
 * In-class assignments will be due at the end of class and take-home assignments will be due at the beginning of class of the setup day.
 * If a student is not finished an assignment when it is due, the portions that are complete will be handed in and marked accordingly.
 * There will be no make-ups for tests that are written… students are expected to be prepared on test day.
 * Cheating may result in a mark of zero for that item. Check the school planner for the plagiarism and cheating policies.