Prerequisites: Must have an 87% or better in Pre-Algebra; department approval.
This is an introductory course in algebra and is intended for students who have very little background in algebra. The goals of the course are for students to: manipulate mathematical expressions involving variables, integers and the laws of exponents; solve problems that go beyond manipulative skills; demonstrate mastery in algebraic expressions; factor polynomials; solve real-world problems involving the quadratic formula.
Note: Textbook and TI-83/84 calculator required.
Course load for summer for-credit math classes:
- A year’s worth of material in 29 class days over six weeks.
- Approximately one week of material each class day.
- Cover as many as 13 chapters.
- Nightly homework and study time is typically 2 to 3 hours.
- Students have tests/quizzes nearly every day.
Final Exam Dates: Thurs., July 2; Fri., July 24 (please plan accordingly)
Non-Harker Students: Grades 6-12
Harker Students: Grade 9
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