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GRADE 9 MATHEMATICS COURSE DESCRIPTION/EVALUATION Erindale Secondary School

Grade 9 Mathematics (MFM 1P0)

Applied

This course has been designed, in both organization and evaluation, to conform to the requirements of Ontario Secondary Schools, Revised and the provincial curriculum guidelines published in 2005. Course Description: The Grade 9 Applied Mathematics course will enable students to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts related to introductory algebra, proportional reasoning, and measurement and geometry through investigation, the effective use of technology, and hands-on activities. Students will investigate real-life examples to develop various representations of linear relations, and will determine the connections between the representations. They will also explore certain relationships that emerge from the measurement of three-dimensional figures and two-dimensional shapes. Students will consolidate their mathematical skills as they solve problems and communicate their thinking. Overall Expectations: At the completion of this course, successful students will be able to: • perform operations with numbers with and without a calculator. • demonstrate the ability to follow, make, and evaluate logical arguments. • apply the steps of an inquiry/problem-solving process. • communicate clearly and justify their reasoning. • use mathematical terms, symbols and conventions correctly. • apply mathematical concepts to solve complex problems. Strands, Units and Time Allocations: The Mathematics Curriculum is organized into three strands: Number Sense and Algebra, Linear Relations, and Measurement and Geometry. These are all addressed in the following units: Applying Number Sense Perimeter, Area and Volume Relationships Proportional Reasoning Integers and Rational Numbers Linear and Non-linear Relationships Exponents and Polynomials Solving Equations Exploring Geometric Relations

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Each unit will incorporate overall and specific expectations, measured to reflect a student’s knowledge and understanding, thinking and inquiry, application and communication skills. The final evaluation in this course will account for 30% and will reflect the above skills. The final evaluation will consist of a final exam worth 20% and an investigation component worth 10%. Evaluations throughout the course will account for 70% of which 5% will consist of EQAO assessments. The format of these evaluations is listed below. Format of Evaluation: The following table gives the percentage breakdown and some of the types of evaluations that might be given in the Knowledge and Understanding, Thinking and Inquiry, Communication and Application categories. Knowledge and Understanding 45% - tests - quizzes - assignments

Application 30%

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Thinking and Inquiry 10%

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Communication 15%

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Resources: The Applied course will feature two textbooks, Mathematics 9, Applying the Concepts (McGraw-Hill) with supplementary material from Mathematics 9, Exploring the Concepts (Yeager workbook), subject course profiles, text resource binders, and the use of graphing calculators and computer lab application programs involving geometry software. General Expectations: • Students who lose or damage their textbook will be required to pay the amount equal to the replacement cost of the text. • Any student who leaves on a holiday or is absent for other reasons is responsible for catching up on work missed. • A student who has missed a test because of a legitimate absence will be required to write a make-up test or to submit an alternate assignment at the discretion of the teacher. • Homework completed - 30 to 40 minutes a day on average. • Students will seek help from a teacher and/or a Senior Scholar if in difficulty. • Students are expected to be punctual for class. • Students should participate actively in class and effectively in small groups. Name:_________________________

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