Instructor: Mr. Stephen Adams

Instructor Information:

I have been a University of Mississippi HS mathematics instructor since 2011. I teach Algebra II, Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus. In addition to teaching online, I am a full time math teacher at Pontotoc High School where I teach Statistics, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, and ACT Prep.

Contact Information:

If you have questions concerning the content of the course, you may contact the instructor directly using the email link in the "Communications & Tools" tab. NOTE: Whenever sending an email, please be sure to indicate your Course title and number in the subject line (ie, AP Art History).

Course Description:

The main objective of this course is to serve an extension of Algebra 1 with a variety of topics explored in greater depth. This course will provide opportunities for students to become mathematical problem solvers, to gain confidence in their ability to use mathematics, to learn to communicate and reason mathematically, to generalize when appropriate, and to make mathematical connections.

Required Textbook:

Algebra 2 by Glencoe, McGraw-Hill.

ISBN:0-07-865609-5

Other Required Materials:

1. Scientific or Graphing Calculator (TI-83 is recommended)
2. Commuter with internet connection to access blackboard
3. Microsoft Office 2003 or later

It is the student's responsibility to order his or her textbook. Online textbook retailers such as Amazon.com, ABEbooks.com, or Half.com usually provide used textbooks at economical prices.

You must make sure you are ordering the exact book required in this syllabus.

Course Objectives include (but are not limited to):

Click this Course Standards link for a full list of the standards covered in this course.

Course Outline:

This course consists of 5 units and a total of 14 lessons.

First-Degree Equations and Inequalities: Solving Equations and Inequalities

First-Degree Equations and Inequalities: Linear Relations and Functions

First-Degree Equations and Inequalities: Systems of Equations and Inequalities

First-Degree Equations and Inequalities: Matrices

Polynomial and Radical Equations and Inequalities: Polynomials

Polynomial and Radical Equations and Inequalities: Quadratic Functions and Inequalities

Advanced Functions and Relations: Conic Sections

Advanced Functions and Relations: Exponential and Logarithmic Relations

Calculator Investigations

Grading Scale:

93 - 100% = A
85 - 92% = B
75 - 84% = C
70 - 74% = D
Below 69% = F

The grading format is as follows:

Calculator Investigations 20%
Quizzes 40%
Tests (5) 30%
Final Exam 10%