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MATHEMATICS

Coll Honors College Algebra Through Modeling [ AndHS , AHS , BHS , and CRHS only ] College Credit [ University of Minnesota - CI 1806 ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Advanced Algebra , Honors Advanced Algebra Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 ; a grade of C + or better in Advanced Algebra and class rank ( 50th-80th percentile ) is considered Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Construct math models to describe real world phenomena
• Use math models to make predictions
• Apply linear , polynomial , rational , exponential , and logarithmic functions to real world situations
• Communicate and evaluate math reasoning Projects , Activities , etc .: Modeling assignments solving realistic problems ; utilize graphing calculators and spreadsheets to accurately represent the behavior of real-world data Instructional Focus : Emphasis on real-world problem-solving applications
Coll Honors College Algebra [ AndHS , AHS , BHS , CRHS only ] College Credit [ AHS only : Anoka-Ramsey Community College – Math 1200 ] [ AndHS , BHS , and CRHS : St . Cloud State University – Math 112 ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Advanced Algebra or Honors Advanced Algebra and a required math score on the placement test Intended Audience : Only Grade 11 [ GPA in top 33 percent of class ] and only Grade 12 [ GPA in top 50 percent of class ] Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit , successful completion can earn college credit Major Outcomes :
• Functions and function inverses
• Exponential and logarithmic functions
• Polynomial and Rational Functions
• Linear programming
• Systems of equations and inequalities Projects , Activities , etc .: Group problem-solving sessions , group presentations , group activities , computer lab projects , individual student presentations , student portfolio creation Instructional Focus : Small and large group discussions , concept mapping , presentations and use of a college text
Honors Precalculus Prerequisite / Selection Process : Honors Advanced Algebra or Coll Honors College Algebra [ Advanced Algebra with teacher recommendation ] Intended Audience : Grades 9 , 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : Two terms = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Extension of algebraic and geometric concepts of relations , functions and graphing into trigonometric functions
• Applications of trigonometry Projects , Activities , etc .: Varies by teacher Instructional Focus : Instruction presented in a variety of ways , use of graphic calculator
AP Statistics [ AP test is in May each year ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Honors Advanced Algebra Intended Audience : Grades 9 , 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Introduction to the major concepts and tools for collecting , analyzing and drawing conclusions from data
Projects , Activities , etc .: Varies by teacher Instructional Focus : Instruction presented in a variety of ways , use of statistical software , some hands-on activities and preparation for AP test
AP Calculus AB [ AP exam is in May each year ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Honors Precalculus Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : Two terms = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Functions
• Limits , derivatives , integrals
• Approach the AP exam with confidence Projects , Activities , etc .: Varies by teacher Instructional Focus : Varies by teacher Instructional Focus : Instruction presented in a variety of ways ; use of graphing calculator ; preparation for AP exam ; College credit may be earned based on AP exam score and institution .
Calculus AB Seminar Prerequisite / Selection Process : AP Calculus AB Intended Audience : Students who have completed Calculus AB and desire to prepare for the AP Exam Credit : One trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes :
• Review Calculus AB Concepts
• Further in-depth study in Calculus Concepts Projects , Activities , etc .: Practice AP Calculus AB Exams and discussion of AP testing strategies
AP Calculus BC [ AP exam is in May each year ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Students must have successfully completed AP Calculus AB or AP Differential Calculus AB and AP Integral Calculus AB Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Improper integrals
• Partial fractions , infinite series
• Parametric , vector and polar functions
• Approach the AP exam with confidence Projects , Activities , etc .: Varies by teacher Instructional Focus : Instruction presented in a variety of ways ; use of graphing calculator ; preparation for AP exam ; College credit may be earned based on AP exam score and institution .
AP Calculus AB / BC [ BHS ] [ AP Calculus AB and AP Calculus BC ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Honors Precalculus Intended Audience : Grade 12 Credit : Three trimesters = 1.5 credits Major Outcomes :
• Functions
• Limits , derivatives , integrals
• Improper integrals
• Partial fractions , infinite series
• Parametric , vector and polar functions Projects , Activities , etc .: Varies by teacher Instructional Focus : Same as AP Calculus AB for first two trimesters [ 1.0 credit course ] and same as AP Calculus BC for one trimester course [ 0.5 credit course ]
[ AP Calculus AB / BC ]/ IB Mathematics HL 11 [ CPHS only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Honors Precalculus Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : Three trimesters = 1.5 credits Major Outcomes :
• Functions
• Limits , derivatives , integrals
• Improper integrals
• Partial fractions , infinite series
• Parametric , vector and polar functions Projects , Activities , etc .: Varies by teacher Instructional Focus : Same as AP Calculus AB for first two trimesters [ 1.0 credit course ] and same as AP Calculus BC for one trimester course [ 0.5 credit course ]
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