Pre-Calculus Grade 11

Teacher: Ms. K. Urdahl-Serr

Email: Kirsten_Urdahl-Serr@sd42.ca

The Common Curriculum Framework for Grades 1012
Mathematics includes pathways and topics rather than
strands as in The Common Curriculum Framework for
K9 Mathematics. Three pathways are available:
Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics,
Foundations of Mathematics, and Pre-calculus. The
topics covered in Pre-Calculus are broken down into 3
strands: algebra and number, trigonometry, and
relations and functions.

Course Content
We will be using a workbook for
this course. To purchase the
workbook, the cost is about
$20.00 and can be purchased at
the MRSS Caf-eh shop.
Copies will be made available for
borrowing from the library.
Course Topics
Supplies
earphones
Workbook
Three ring
binder, pencil,
pen, eraser
Graphing
calculator
Lined POST-IT
notes for use in
the workbook

Expectations
Come to class ON TIME with your appropriate materials.
Your workbook serves as a study guide and a valuable reference for quizzes and
unit tests. Homework completion is ESSENTIAL to be successful in this course,
thus your workbook will be assessed on a regular basis and given a score out
of 3 points:
o 1 - not working to potential, many assignments incomplete
o 2 - assignments mostly complete
o 3 - consistently completing assignments.
You are responsible for completing all notes and exercises given during the
course. IF YOU ARE ABSENT, make sure you borrow someone's workbook or
contact Kirsten_Urdahl-Serr@sd42.ca for a pdf copy of the lesson.

Operations on
Radicals

Sequences and Series
Trigonometry


Factoring
Quadratic
Functions/Equations

Rational
Expressions/Equations

Absolute Value and
Reciprocal Functions


Linear and Quadratic
Systems and
Inequalities


2014-2015


The TI-83 Plus graphing calculator is
recommended for this course. As we will
be using iPads in the classroom,
students with iPhones may prefer to
download the graphing app from the
itunes store for FREE!
Use of Technology
Graphing calculators will be used in this course to
support and extend thinking of relations and functions.
It is recommended that students purchase their own
calculator, particularly if they plan to take a Grade 12
mathematics course. A limited supply of calculators
will be available for annual rental from the MRSS Ram
Shop ($40 rental fee with an $80 refundable deposit).



As part of a District pilot project to introduce technology in
classrooms, this course will include the use of iPads. The
iPads are intended to enhance instruction, not replace it,
and will only be used when appropriate. A student contract
for use of the iPads must be signed by a parent/guardian
prior to use in the classroom. For viewing purposes,
students will be expected to supply their own earphones.

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iPads in the Math classroom?
Seven mathematical processes
There are seven mathematical processes that are critical aspects of learning,
doing and understanding mathematics. Students must encounter these
processes regularly in a mathematics program in order to achieve the goals of
mathematics education. Students will be expected to:
use communication in order to learn and express their understanding
make connections among mathematical ideas, other concepts in mathematics,
everyday experiences and other disciplines
demonstrate fluency with mental mathematics and estimation
develop and apply new mathematical knowledge through problem solving
develop mathematical reasoning
select and use technology as a tool for learning and solving problems
develop visualization skills to assist in processing information, making
connections and solving problems.
Activities that take place in your mathematics classroom will be based on a
problem-solving approach that incorporates the mathematical processes and
will lead students to an understanding of the nature of mathematics.

Evaluation
The three things that
are most essential to
achievement are
common sense, hard
work and stick-to-it-iv-
ness.....
Thomas Edison

On each report, your percentage will be based on all the work completed since
the beginning of the course (on a cumulative basis).
Please note that your overall mark is broken down according to the following:
Assessment Tasks Final Mark
Coursework (including assignments, tests and quizzes)
Algebra and Number.35%
Trigonometry 15%
Relations and Functions50%
80%
In-school Exam written June, 2015 20%



E


xam

Grades
A 86% to 100%
B 73% to 85%
C+ 67% to 72%
C 60% to 66%
C- 50% to 59%
I (term) 0% to 49%
F (final) 0% to 49%

Instructional Support

Math 11 Pre-calculus is a fast-paced course with many new skills and an emphasis on problem- solving. Staying on
top of your weekly assignments is the key to success. If you require assistance, school tutorials are available (look
for poster for days/times/teachers). Online FREE tutoring can be found Sunday-Thursday evenings from 6-10 pm at
www.learnnowbc.ca as well, the MRSS Math Department provides a list of tutors for hire.
Each unit will be assessed on formative effort (group work, homework
completion, assignments, quizzes ~ 15%) and summative understanding
(exams, unit problems ~ 85%).



Rewrites?
Exam Rewrites will be offered to students on an individual basis. Students will be expected to complete a review
package AND attend tutorials in preparation. Rewrites will be scheduled for June, 2014.