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Accelerated Transitions Math Information and Policies
Important info for 2011-2012 Accelerated Transitions Math Students
Homework Policy
- Students are expected to come to class with assigned homework completed on time. Since we generally check homework together during class time, students who come to class with their work completed are better able to participate in instructional activities and clarify their own understanding of new content.
- Students are provided with a set of textbooks to keep at home throughout the year. They are encouraged to use these as resource when completing homework assignments.
- Homework is intended to provide a low-risk opportunity to practice essential skills and to provide evidence of learning that helps guide instruction. It is vital that homework be completed on time. Homework generally makes up a very small portion of the overall content grade; however, students who complete all of their assigned homework generally earn very good grades, since homework completion contributes to mastery of selected learning targets.
- Unless otherwise specified, students should always complete their homework independently. While they may use resources and tools (dictionaries, textbooks, parents/siblings, etc.) for support, students' work should be their own.
- Students who will miss class for trips/vacations should let me know several days in advance. They will still be responsible for any concepts or assignments covered during their absence.
- Upon returning from absence, students are expected to obtain and complete any assignments missed. Make-up assignments should be submitted within a reasonable amount of time after returning to class.
Grading
An important part of my educational philosophy is that content grades should represent only the student's mastery of that content. Furthermore, I believe that students should have low-risk opportunities to develop their skills and knowledge throughout the learning process, receiving feedback to guide their effort towards mastery. As a result, many homework assignments and small quizzes make up a minimal part of the overall grade, but are an essential element that helps to inform the instructional process.
Content grades are based on evidence that the student has achieved mastery. A variety of summative assessments are used to measure student learning at the "end" of lessons and units. Summative assessments may include periodic quizzes, tests, or projects. Because learning is a process that continues over time, students who do not show mastery on summative assessments often have additional opportunites to demonstrate their mastery after further study. This encourages students to continue striving for mastery, while also providing an opportunity to raise grades as a result.
Classroom Expectations
- Be kind and respectful.
- Always give your best effort.
- Be responsible for your own words and actions.
Class Materials
Students will need the following items:
- Texas Instruments TI-30IIS Calculator (be sure you do NOT purchase the multi-view model)
- 3-ring binder
- Set of dividers
- Notebook paper
- Pencil Pouch
- Several pencils with erasers (if mechanical, provide own refill lead). Students shoud NOT use ink in math!
- A set of 10-12 colored pencils.
We will be using the same Transitions math book used at the middle school. Students will be provided with one copy to keep at home, and one to keep at school. Students will also be assigned a locker outside our classroom for personal items.
Curriculum Links
Common Core Standards in Mathematics (new)
Ohio Mathematics Academic Content Standards (old)