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MATHEMATICS 8
Prerequisite Mathematics 7
Course Credit Course Duration Delivery Method
N / A Full year Classroom-based
Mathematics 8 focuses on the Big Ideas of number representation , computational fluency , representation of linear relationships , spatial relationships , and data analysis . These Big Ideas and the content areas are connected through the competencies of reasoning , understanding , communicating , and connecting ; in addition , students ’ mathematical habits of mind are strengthened through these competencies . Topics include squares , square roots , percents , ratios , fractions , linear relations , algebraic expressions and equations , surface area , volume , the Pythagorean Theorem , constructions , central tendencies , theoretical probability , financial literacy , and extensions .
MATHEMATICS 9 ( 8 ACCELERATED )
Prerequisite
Course Credit Course Duration Delivery Method
Mathematics 7 with extending capabilities in problem-solving and synthesis of mathematical concepts . Assessment and Department Head approval required .
N / A Full year Classroom-based
Mathematics 9 ( 8 Accelerated ) focuses on the Big Ideas from Mathematics 9 of algebraic operations , computational fluency , representation of linear relationships , proportional relationships , and data analysis , while covering the foundational skills from Mathematics 8 . These Big Ideas and the content areas are connected through the competencies of reasoning , understanding , communicating , and connecting ; in addition , students ’ mathematical habits of mind are strengthened through these competencies . Topics include rational numbers , exponents , polynomials , linear relations and equations , proportional reasoning , statistics , financial literacy , and extensions .
MATHEMATICS 9
Prerequisite Mathematics 8
Course Credit Course Duration Delivery Method
N / A Full year Classroom-based
Mathematics 9 focuses on the Big Ideas of algebraic operations , computational fluency , representation of linear relationships , proportional relationships , and data analysis . These Big Ideas and the content areas are connected through the competencies of reasoning , understanding , communicating , and connecting ; in addition , students ’ mathematical habits of mind are strengthened through these competencies . Topics include rational numbers , exponents , polynomials , linear relations and equations , proportional reasoning , statistics , financial literacy , and extensions .
FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICS AND PRE-CALCULUS 10
Prerequisite Mathematics 9
Course Credit Course Duration Delivery Method
4 credits Full year Classroom-based
Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10 focuses on the Big Ideas of proportional comparisons , algebraic operations and abstract thinking , rate of change , and mathematical modeling . These Big Ideas and the content areas are connected through the competencies of reasoning , understanding , communicating , and
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