Geometry CP
“Divide each difficulty into as many parts as is feasible and necessary to resolve it.”
Rene Descartes
Rene Descartes
2008-2009
Room 18
Instructor: Mrs. Shari Gonzales shgonzales@mcfarland.k12.ca.us (661)792-3126 x228
Office Hours: 2:45 – 3:15 by appointment
Grading: A: 90 – 100
B: 80 – 89
C: 70 – 79
D: 60 – 69
F: 0 – 59
I. Rationale:
Geometry brings math to life with many real-life applications. All students are encouraged to make connections between the mathematics and the world through exploration of the three key aspects of Geometry – measuring, reasoning, and applying.
II. Course Aims and Objectives:
The mathematics studied in Geometry is used in numerous careers. Along with learning the content of the course, an emphasis is placed on increasing the student’s awareness of the usefulness of mathematics.
By the end of this course, students will have an understanding of the basics of geometry, reasoning and proof, perpendicular and parallel lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, transformations, congruence and similarity, trigonometry, circles, and area, volume, and surface area of polygons and circles.
III. Format and Procedures:
Each class will emphasize the importance of vocabulary development, practicality to the real world, and an understanding of how to approach the problems. These will be brought about through lecture, hands-on activities, group work and presentations. 12 chapters will be covered, with each chapter consisting of a test, a minimum of one quiz, warm-ups, class work, homework and homework quizzes.
IV. My Assumptions Geometry is unlike any other math class; it is comparable to learning a new language. For this reason, a concerted effort is required to develop the necessary skills.
V. Course Requirements:
1. Participation points
2 per day – 1 point: being in class and on time; 1 point: completed homework
2. Class notes
3. Homework Quizzes
4. Tests and Quizzes
5. Benchmarks and Finals
VI. Academic Integrity
Each student in this course is expected to abide by the rules of McFarland High School. Any work submitted by a student in this course for academic credit will be the student's own work. Collaboration will be allowed on any group projects; however, all participants must receive the appropriate recognition.
Should copying occur, both the student who copied work from another student and the student who gave material to be copied will both automatically receive a zero for the assignment.
During examinations, you must do your own work. Talking or discussion is not permitted during the examinations, nor may you compare papers, copy from others, or collaborate in any way. Any collaborative behavior during the examinations will result in failure of the exam, and may lead to failure of the course and disciplinary action.
VII. Tentative Course Schedule: (May change to accommodate schedules & student needs)
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Quarter
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Chapter
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Sections
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Main Topic
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1
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1
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1-7
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Basics of Geometry
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2
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1-6
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Reasoning and Proof
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SpringBoard
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Patios by Madeline
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3
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1-3
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Perpendicular and Parallel Lines
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2
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4-7
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12
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1
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Exploring Solids
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4
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1-7
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Congruent Triangles
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12
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2, 3
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Surface Area of Prisms, Cylinders, Pyramids, and Cones
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5
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1-6
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Properties of Triangles
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3
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6
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1-7
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Quadrilaterals
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7
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1-5
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Transformations
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11
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1-3
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Area of Polygons
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8
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1-7
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Similarity
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9
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1-4
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Right Triangles
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11
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5
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Areas of Circles and Sectors
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11
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6
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Geometric Probability
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4
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9
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5-7
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Trigonometry
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12
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4, 5
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Volume of Prisms, Cylinders, Pyramids, and Cones
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10
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1-6
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Circles
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11
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4
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Circumference and Arc
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12
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6, 7
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Spheres and Similar Solids
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SpringBoard
Projects
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Coming Full Circle
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Dodecahedron
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Pythagorean
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Portfolio
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