Geometry

2008 - 2009 Syllabus

Instructor


Course Description
Geometry provides students with experiences that deepen the understanding of two- and three-dimensional objects and their properties.  Deductive and inductive reasoning as well as investigative strategies in drawing conclusions are stressed.  An understanding of proof and logic is developed.


Course Objectives
●  To be able to analyze characteristics and properties of two- and three-dimensional geometric shapes and develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships

●  To be able to specify locations and describe spatial relationships using coordinate geometry and other representational systems

●  To be able to apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations

●  To use visualization, spatial reasoning, and geometric modeling to solve problems


Course Content
Tools of Geometry
Reasoning and Proof
Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
Congruent Triangles
Relationships Within Triangles
Quadrilaterals
Area
Similarity
Right Triangle Trigonometry
Surface Area and Volume
Circles
Transformations

Materials Needed
Text: Geometry, ISBN: 0130625604
Pencils
Erasers
Loose-leaf for turning in assignments
Notebook for taking notes


Assessment
Tests: Chapter tests will be given on a regular basis and will be announced.  Missed tests will be made up.
Homework: Homework will be given for each section.  All homework assignments will be collected and graded based on completion; randomly selected homework assignments will be graded based on accuracy.  Homework is to be turned in on the due date.  When a student is absent, the student is required to complete the homework assignment from the missed day.
Quizzes: Announced and unannounced quizzes will be given throughout the course.  Missed quizzes will be made up.

Quarterly grades will be calculated as follows:
     Tests                           40 %
     Homework                   35 %
     Quizzes                       25 %

Policies in the students handbook will be upheld.  Respect for self and one another is expected at all times.  Students are expected to participate actively during each class.  As the instructor, I reserve the right to make changes to this syllabus as I deem necessary.  I look forward to a great year!