Algebra 1 - 0507
Grading Percentages = Total Points
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Homework assignments each 5 points
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Daily (almost) quizzes between 9 and 16 points each
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Test point value varies based on number of topics included, number of homework assignments since last test, and number of questions asked
Essential Links
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http://www.quia.com/pages/msgerlach/alg0507 - the place to be - every day!
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http://www.quia.com/pages/msgerlach/0507done - All work that has been completed will be moved to this page following the test, so that students and parents can see the work that was assigned in the event the student misses days of school near a test.
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http://www.quia.com/pages/msgerlach/algresources - a tabulated listing of topics covered in the Algebra 1 text and corresponding instructional videos and practice exercises and/or worksheets available for practice. Sometimes homework or in-class assignments will make use of the resources in this grid. Students may access these resources at any time in order to help them understand the topics more fully or to work ahead on extra topics.
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https://www.khanacademy.org/ - Each student should be registered by now with Khan Academy and have selected me as their coach.
Format of the class
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Pace
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Intros
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Worksheets
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Quizzes
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Test Reviews
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Tests
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Standardized test prep
Student expectations
Calculator
iPad use
Geometry
Grading Percentages
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Homework/Classwork: 35 % (each assignment usually 10 points, some more or less dependent on multiple factors)
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Quizzes/Tests/Projects: 65%
Essential Links
Format of the course
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More rigorous than Algebra 1
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Very "formal" right away
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Way of thinking about the world
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Various methods of instruction
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Homework/Classwork
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Quizzes and Tests
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Standardized test prep
Student expectations
Calculator
iPad use
Fundamentals of the Catholic Faith
Grading Percentages
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Preparation and Participation: 10%
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Daily Reflections
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Gospel Reflections
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Class discussions
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Teacher discretion for superior performance in class, etc.
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Assessments: 90%
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Homework assignments
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Quizzes and reading quizzes
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Projects
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Tests
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Longer reflections
Essential Links
Format of the course
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Reflection
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Discussion
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Formal lectures with notes
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Prayer experiences
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Writing
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Kitchen Table Conversations - max 1 per quarter
Student Expectations
iPad use
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