School: Al-Noor Academy

Instructor: Sr. Siham Yagoubi

Email:

Phone Number: 508-261-7077

Year: 2017/2018

Grade: 8

Syllabus: Algebra I

Introduction:

MyMathLab Algebra I is a complete online course. It includes an interactive eText, course management tools, and personalized instruction and practice for students

Course Objective:

This is a comprehensive course centered on families of functions, especially linear and quadratic functions. Students learn fundamental concepts such as linear equations; how to add, subtract, multiply and divide monomials and polynomials; factoring of polynomials and solving of quadratic equations. This course also includes radicals and exponents.

Materials needed:

Please note that a reliable internet connection is mandatory for this course as many of the assignments are time sensitive.

·  1 notebook (Composition or wired, no loose leaf paper)

·  Graph paper

·  Scientific calculator

·  Pens, pencils, ruler, highlighter

·  Folder (distributed worksheets will be kept here)

eText:

Algebra I by Elayn Martin Gay, Pearson.

Grading Policy:

Grades will be based on three parts as follows:

Homework: 35%

Tests: 30%

Quizzes: 20%

Projects: 10%

Effort and behavior: 5%

Please note:

·  Tests and quizzes will be taken online on MyMathLab. Grades will be transferred to JupiterGrades at the end of the term.

Homework Policy:

·  Homework will be assigned at the end of every section covered.

·  It is imperative that it is completed before the next meeting.

·  Late homework will NOT be credited. After the due date, the homework will be discussed in class.

·  If a day is missed, it will be the student's responsibility to find out about assignments, and catch up with any missed material

Behavior and Conduct:

·  Will account for 5% of the total grade.

·  The school rules will be strictly enforced. Refer to handbook for details.

·  I strongly emphasize that plagiarism will not be tolerated. Incidents of academic dishonesty will be reported to the administration.

Course Contents

§  Chapter 1: Review of Real Numbers

§  Chapter 2: Solving Equations and Problem Solving

§  Chapter 3: Graphs and Functions

§  Chapter 4: Solving Inequalities and Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities

§  Chapter 5: Solving Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities

§  Chapter 6: Exponents and Polynomials

§  Chapter 7: Factoring Polynomials

§  Chapter 8: Rational Expressions

§  Chapter 9: Roots, Radicals, and Trigonometric Ratios

§  Chapter 10: Quadratic Equations