Pre-Calculus 11

 

Course Outline:  

It is recommended that students complete Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10 prior to enrolling in this course.

Pre-Calculus 11 is part of the pathway designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into post-secondary programs that require the study of theoretical calculus. The course is self paced and lessons are delivered via animated video series. Student learning is demonstrated through Unit Learning Guides, Quizzes, Unit Tests, a Midterm Exam and Final Exam, graded by the course teacher. Test and Exam writing are supervised by an online support teacher. Face to face support is available during an online support block or at a connect session. Students have one year to complete the course.

 

Course Topics: 

Unit 1 - Financial Literacy

Unit 2 - Exponents and Radicals

Unit 3 - Factoring Polynomials

Unit 4 - Quadratic Functions

Unit 5 - Rational Expressions

Unit 6 - Inequalities

Unit 7 - Trigonometry

Course Grading: 

Learning Guides - 10%

Quizzes - 10%

Projects - 15%

Unit Tests - 25%

Midterm - 15%

Final Exam - 25%

 

Learning Guides:

The Learning Guide must be submitted prior to writing the Unit Test. All submissions MUST be very neat and well organized.

It is assumed that you will do all the required assignments. Success on the exams depends upon exposure to a large variety of questions and lots of practice.

 

Exam Supervision: 

Supervision is not required for quizzes. Students may complete quizzes on their own and use them as practice to prepare for the unit test. Students should keep track of where they need help and review lesson material prior to re-attempting a quiz.

All tests and exams are “closed book” and require supervision. Please arrange with a teacher from the Sea to Sky Online School to write your tests as needed.

Students should print the course Formula Sheet and use it on all testing.

 

Resources: 

There is NO textbook required for this course. You will need a computer with internet access and headphones/speakers. You will also need a scientific calculator. Desmos (https://www.desmos.com/calculator) may be used in lieu of a graphing calculator.

 

Keys to Success: 

1. Set a schedule so that you are working on math either everyday or every second day. There should be no big gaps, with the hope of catching up. This is VERY important!
2. Actively work through each lesson, trying examples and reflecting on material.
3. Use the Learning Guides as your tool for documenting your understanding. Lay it out neatly and well organized.
4. Make sure you understand any test question you get wrong. If you can’t figure it out – ASK for help!
5. Be sure to use your Moodle message system for regular communication with your instructor.