Math 3 Syllabus

 

Teacher Information

Teacher Name:  Erran McCall

Teacher Email:  erran.mccall@ucps.k12.nc.us

Sun Valley High Phone Number:  704-296-3020

(We are not allowed on campus at this point in time so if you would like to speak on the phone with me please email me and let me know along with your preferred contact number) 

 

General Information

Description

Math 3 is a continuation of Math 1 and Math 2.  Math 3 will further explore topics of quadratics and advanced functions that were touched on in Math 1.  Math 3 will also dive deeper into Geometrical concepts along with Trigonometric concepts.  Math 3 will also help prepare students to take Math 4 or Pre-Calculus Honors.

 

"It is in Mathematics III that students pull together and apply the accumulation of learning that they have from their previous courses, with content grouped into four critical areas, organized into units. They apply methods from probability and statistics to draw inferences and conclusions from data. Students expand their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational, radical and logarithmic functions.  They expand their study of right triangle trigonometry to include general triangles. And, finally, students bring together all of their experience with functions and geometry to create models and solve contextual problems." - Common Core State Standards (Appendix A)

 

Expectations and Goals

The goal of Math 3 is for students to be prepared for Math 4 or Pre-Calculus Honors. Math 3 has a North Carolina End of Course exam attached to it.  It is also a goal of Math 3 students to be able to complete this EOC with a level of proficiency, while also showing personal growth with their own math skills.

 

Required Materials

• Paper – to be able to show work. Can be loose leaf or spiral notebook.
• Writing utensil – students are to use a pencil for any assignment, but can use a pen to take their own notes.
• Calculator – desmos.com/TI 84-graphing calculators will be the preferred methods because they both have a scientific and graphing component. Desmos is also embedded in the program that the EOC uses. If you have your own handheld or graphing calculator you are more than welcome to use it.

 

Course Layout/Expectations

Monday – Thursday – Students are expected to log into Canvas and watch the live presentation of material presented by the teacher.  This presentation will be recorded and uploaded to Canvas.  The link to watch the live presentation will be found on the course Canvas calendar.  Students will have a short assignment to complete each day.  This assignment will allow students to practice newly learned skills.  

Course Canvas Link: 

                           https://ucps.instructure.com/courses/191167

Expectations of Students for Team Meetings 

 Before Class Begins 

1. Plan ahead… consider your location, gather supplies needed, take care of siblings and/or pets, etc 
2. Come prepared with the necessary materials and required assignments within reach of your workspace. 
3. Attend the session from a quiet location in a chair and have your computer on a table or desk. 
4. Wear appropriate school attire and look presentable. 
5.  Look around you… make sure that anything around you can be seen by others.  (Teams can change background or blur if needed.) 
6. Put away cell phones and turn off televisions to eliminate background noise. 
7. Log into the session on time. 

 

During Class  

1. Mute yourself immediately upon entering the session. 

2. Be an active participant...using the chat when appropriate, nodding, or giving a thumbs up. 
3. Type only relevant information and/or questions in the chat.   
4. Use appropriate language in the chat. 
5. Refrain from eating during the session as this can be distracting to others who can see you. 
6. Raise your hand (virtually or literally) to speak during the session.  Wait for the teacher to acknowledge you before unmuting your microphone. 
7. Remember that only one student speaks at a time. 
8. Take notes as needed. 
9. Ask questions to make sure that you are well prepared to complete all individual or group assignments. 
10. Complete all assignments by their due dates. 
11. A log of your activity will be kept at the end of each session. (when logged in, logged off, number of times you looked at a page/video/ assignment,  etc).  This log will be used to document your effort, engagement, and attendance in the course. 

 

Friday - There will be no live instruction given on Friday. Friday is when quizzes, tests or just review will be given. 

 

Course Grade Percentages

 

Daily Assignments – Classwork	25%
Mid Unit - Quizzes	25%
Post Assessments - Tests	50%

Late Work Policy

Each daily assignment is to be completed on the day it is assigned (Monday – Thursday).  Grades will be entered into Powerschool, if the assignment is not complete, you will receive a score of 0.  You will then have until the following Sunday at 11:59 pm to complete the work for late credit.

 

NC End of Course (EOC) Test

The final exam for this course is a NC EOC exam.  This exam is required and cannot be exempted.  You will receive a numerical score on the exam, which will count as 25% of your final grade in Math 3.  You will also receive a level score of 1-5 that shows your proficiency in the course.  Scoring a Level 3, 4, or 5 is considered proficient by the state of NC.

 

Teacher Note

I’m excited to have the opportunity to work with you this upcoming semester!  I believe open communication between you and I will play an important role in the success of your academic progress; and is vital during remote/virtual learning.  Please do not hesitate to email me if you have any questions or concerns.  I’m looking forward to a great school year and I will do my best to deliver you the information you need to be successful in this course!! 

  Assignment:  Complete the Student/Parent Info Sheet

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/12u5hP80iWWYsk7pF6yz3n-SS0JXWP_oGfHg5gqGmc4g/edit

Pacing Guide

Here is a tentative pacing guide that is subject to change depending on the needs of the students.

Pacing Guide